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The Advertiser
a day ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Road-legal track car revealed
The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque and downforce to deliver a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes a mammoth 969kW of power at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch "Light Speed Transmission". For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel-arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg kerb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to "new carbon-fibre techniques". The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrument cluster and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a "heartfelt tribute" for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko. Content originally sourced from: The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque and downforce to deliver a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes a mammoth 969kW of power at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch "Light Speed Transmission". For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel-arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg kerb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to "new carbon-fibre techniques". The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrument cluster and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a "heartfelt tribute" for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko. Content originally sourced from: The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque and downforce to deliver a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes a mammoth 969kW of power at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch "Light Speed Transmission". For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel-arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg kerb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to "new carbon-fibre techniques". The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrument cluster and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a "heartfelt tribute" for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko. Content originally sourced from: The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque and downforce to deliver a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes a mammoth 969kW of power at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch "Light Speed Transmission". For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel-arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg kerb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to "new carbon-fibre techniques". The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrument cluster and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a "heartfelt tribute" for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko. Content originally sourced from:
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Road-legal track car revealed
The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque, and downforce for a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes 969kW at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch 'Light Speed Transmission'. For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs at the front with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. Supplied Credit: CarExpert To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg curb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to 'new carbon-fibre techniques'. The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrumentation screen and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. Supplied Credit: CarExpert The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a 'heartfelt tribute' for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko.
7NEWS
2 days ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Road-legal track car revealed
The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear takes the Jesko and adds more power, torque, and downforce for a big dollop of extra track-day fun. Behind the passenger cell is an upgraded version of the Jesko's 5.0-litre twin-turbo V8. Thanks to a revised calibration, and reworked airflow and cooling systems, when using regular unleaded the V8 now makes 969kW at 7800rpm, or 1212kW if it's being fed E85 fuel. Torque figures are unchanged, with a maximum of 1500Nm produced at 5100rpm, and at least 1000Nm available between 2700 and 6170rpm. The engine is redlined at 8500rpm. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. All of the engine's fury is once again fed to the rear wheels via a nine-speed multi-clutch 'Light Speed Transmission'. For reference, the regular Jesko makes a mere 941kW on 95-octane unleaded fuel, and 1177kW on E85. The Sadair's Spear power-to-weight ratio exceeds 1:1. Stopping ability comes courtesy of 410mm ventilated ceramic discs at the front with massive six-piston calipers up front, and 395mm ventilated ceramic discs with four-pot calipers at the rear. To keep the car on the ground the aero package has been revised with larger canards, tweaked wheel arch louvres, a bonnet vent with integrated Gurney flap, and a redesigned top-mounted double-blade rear wing. With a 1385kg curb weight, the Sadair's Spear is 35kg lighter than the Jesko. Around 2.6kg of those savings come through reduced sound insulation, with a further 1.3kg lost thanks to 'new carbon-fibre techniques'. The cabin features redesigned carbon-fibre seats with memory foam padding, and can be fitted with a six-point racing harness. While niceties like the digital instrumentation screen and infotainment display remain, the gear shifter has been eliminated, meaning the only way to shift gears is via the flappy paddles behind the steering wheel. The Sadair's Spear rides on 275/35 Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres with 20-inch rims up front, and 325/30 rubber wrapped around 21-inch wheels at the rear. Semi-slick Cup 2R tyres are also available. Christian von Koenigsegg, the company's founder, named the Jesko after his father as a 'heartfelt tribute' for his support during the supercar maker's early years. The Sadair's Spear is in turn named after his dad's favourite horse, and the one he rode in his final race as a gentleman jockey in 1976. Production of the Sadair's Spear is limited to 30 cars, and all are already spoken for after a private unveiling in front of prospective customers. No pricing has been announced, but it's probably safe to assume it will cost more than the US$2.85 million (A$4.36 million) required to snaffle a Jesko.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear unveiled with 1,603 bhp. A limited edition, road-legal supercar.
The all-new Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear builds upon the performance of its predecessor, the Jesko. Check Offers Koenigsegg has introduced the Sadair's Spear in its high-performance lineup. Designed with a sharper focus on circuit capability while still being homologated for road use worldwide, the car represents a technical evolution of the Jesko Attack, the company's earlier track-oriented model. Sadair's Spear holds personal significance for Koenigsegg founder Christian von Koenigsegg. It comes from the name of his father's favourite racehorse, ridden in his final race in 1976. The same father-son tribute inspired the naming of the Jesko. Early shakedown runs at Sweden's Gotland Ring circuit suggest the car's upgrades are effective. The Sadair's Spear lapped the track 1.1 seconds faster than the Jesko Attack, enough to set a new record for a Koenigsegg production car. In a typical Koenigsegg fashion, Sadair's Spear builds on past performance milestones without drastically altering the company's overall direction. It's not a revolution, but a clear continuation of Koenigsegg's long-standing formula, extreme engineering, limited production, and singular focus on performance. Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Power and weight The car is powered by Koenigsegg's familiar twin-turbocharged V8 engine, producing 1,282 bhp on regular petrol and rising to 1,603 bhp on E85 ethanol blend fuel. These figures are achieved through revised air intake designs and updated engine calibration. The model also sheds about 35 kg compared to the Jesko Attack, thanks to new carbon fibre production techniques, reduced sound insulation, and lighter interior components. This weight reduction helps the Sadair's Spear push its power-to-weight ratio beyond the iconic One:1 benchmark, a target first set by Koenigsegg a decade ago. Also Read : Koenigsegg CC850 debuts with 1,385 hp and a manual gearbox but there's a catch Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Specifications Aerodynamic changes are extensive. The car features a top-mounted, dual-blade active rear wing and a slightly extended rear end to improve high-speed stability. At the front, larger canards, updated hood vents with a Gurney flap, and revised wheel arch louvres have been introduced to balance downforce and enhance cooling. Further refinements include newly designed air scoops to improve engine breathing and thermal efficiency, especially during prolonged track sessions. Koenigsegg has also reworked the suspension system, using in-house Triplex dampers and new lightweight springs tailored for track use. Braking is handled by upgraded multi-layer carbon-ceramic discs paired with revised pad materials, while the car rides on wider, specially designed turbine-style carbon fibre wheels and track-focused tyres. Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Interior and features The interior sees more functional changes than stylistic ones. A lighter central console, new carbon fibre seats, and optional six-point harnesses (where regulations allow) mark a shift toward serious track use. Weight savings continue here, with a combined 2.6 kg shed from insulation alone. Despite the stripped-down approach, standard equipment includes Koenigsegg's SmartCluster digital dash, SmartCenter infotainment unit, Autoskin opening system, and 360-degree parking view. Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear: Production and Availability Koenigsegg will manufacture only 30 examples of the Sadair's Spear, and all were claimed at a private unveiling event. While the brand hasn't disclosed pricing or delivery timelines, the model is clearly aimed at a very specific type of customer, those wanting maximum track capability without giving up road legality. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 26 Jun 2025, 19:00 PM IST
Car and Driver
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Car and Driver
Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear is the Brand's Most Aggressive Car Yet
The Koenigsegg Sadair's Spear is the newest and most aggressive hypercar yet from a company known for pushing the limits of road legality. The Sadair's Spear builds on the Jesko Attack with more power, less weight, and improved aerodynamics. Only 30 examples will be made, and as these things typically go, each has already been sold. Koenigsegg continues to push the envelope for how extreme a car can be while maintaining legal status on the roads. The 1578-hp Jesko Attack was already stretching that envelope to the extremes, but that didn't stop Christian von Koenigsegg and team from leveling things up even further. View Gallery Koenigsegg The new Sadair's Spear builds on the Jesko Attack by removing weight, adding downforce, and adding power—turning what was already a track monster into a creation designed to raze lap times and redefine your perception of speed. To prove it, Koenigsegg set the Sadair's Spear to dethrone the Jesko Attack's lap record on the Gotland Ring—which it did by 1.1 seconds . . . during its initial shakedown laps. Christian von Koenigsegg, the founder and CEO of Koenigsegg, named the Jesko for his father as an 80th birthday present and a "thank you" for his help with the company. Turns out Jesko was a keen jockey in his younger years, and the horse he rode in his final race was named Sadair's Spear. View Gallery Koenigsegg Back to the actual car—the powertrain is familiar enough, that is, if you're familiar with the Jesko's 5.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 and its nine-speed Lightspeed transmission. With no flywheel slowing it down, the V-8 revs to its 8500 rpm in 0.2 second. Revised engine calibration, new air intakes, and improved cooling mean Koenigsegg was able to increase output by 25 horsepower. That means the Sadair's Spear spits out a whopping 1282 horsepower on regular unleaded gasoline, and an astronomical 1602 horsepower on E85. Upgrades to the aero package make themselves known with an active top-mounted double-blade rear wing. Following extensive work by Koenigsegg's CFD team, the automaker extended the rear of the car for enhanced airflow. Expanded front canards, louvers, and reengineered hood vents, along with a new Gurney flap, also help with cooling performance. If all that isn't enough, the tires are wider for increased grip, and the carbon ceramic brakes come with upgraded pad materials. The suspension is upgraded too, with Triplex dampers and lighter springs which, together with other lightweighting techniques, combine to shed more than 77 pounds. Koenigsegg is limiting the Sadair's Spear to just 30 units—all of which sold out instantly despite a purchase price north of $5 million. Jack Fitzgerald Associate News Editor Jack Fitzgerald's love for cars stems from his as yet unshakable addiction to Formula 1. After a brief stint as a detailer for a local dealership group in college, he knew he needed a more permanent way to drive all the new cars he couldn't afford and decided to pursue a career in auto writing. By hounding his college professors at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, he was able to travel Wisconsin seeking out stories in the auto world before landing his dream job at Car and Driver. His new goal is to delay the inevitable demise of his 2010 Volkswagen Golf. Read full bio
