DecodedCars2008 Bugatti Veyron
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 8.0L 16-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 10 combined · 8 city / 14 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 10 MPG combined, 46% below the 2008 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Bugatti Veyron is a two seaters offered with a 8.0L 16-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 10 MPG combined (8 city / 14 highway), 46% worse than the 2008 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $8,200 a year in fuel.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2006 Veyron — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Veyron →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veyron | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 8 / 14 / 10 | -46% | $8,200 | 889 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Bugatti Veyron under the current (2011+) test program.
Recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline · Apr 8, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V200000 · 72 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain model year 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to January 17, 2010 and 2010-2011 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to June 30, 2010. In the affected vehicles, the fuel tank gauge may indicate that there is more fuel in the tank than there actually is.
- Risk
- The inaccurate gauge may cause a driver to unexpectedly run out of fuel and the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank control unit and upgrade the software, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at 1-805-557-1050.
Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator · Apr 8, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V199000 · 13 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain model year 2006-2008 Veyron vehicles manufactured October 3, 2006, to December 22, 2006. In the affected vehicles, the positive battery (B+) cable and the connection to the alternator may corrode.
- Risk
- The corrosion may result in the battery positive cable overheating, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- All affected vehicles have had the battery B+ cable and the alternator replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Bugatti at 1-805-557-1050.
Structure › Body · Mar 23, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V166000 · 87 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2006-2010 Veyron vehicles manufactured March 10, 2006, to March 9, 2012, 2010-2012 Veyron Grand Sport vehicles manufactured September 29, 2009, to October 14, 2014, and 2011-2013 Veyron Super Sport vehicles manufactured February 18, 2011, to August 17, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the underbody aluminum reference plates used when lifting the vehicle may corrode and detach from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If these jacking plates separate from the vehicle while driving, they may be a road hazard, potentially striking another vehicle, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will rivet and seal the underbody aluminum reference plates, free of charge. The recall began on May 26, 2016. Owners may contact Bugatti at (805) 557-1050.
Not every 2008 Bugatti Veyron is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Bugatti Veyron in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Bugatti Veyron buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Bugatti Veyron. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Veyron years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 Veyron | 10 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bugatti. How we calculate this →