The 1,115bhp Electric Hispano Suiza Carmen Sagrera

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Welcome, everyone, to the 1,115bhp Carmen Sagrera: an all-electric supercar built to commemorate Hispano Suiza’s 120th anniversary. And yes, we think so too.
It’s the third car in the Carmen hypercar lineage, and uses an upgraded version of Hispano’s 103kWh lithium-ion battery to provide an estimated 298 miles of range. However, the 360 cells that have been compressed across the 15 module packs weigh almost as much as most London buses. Maybe.
Fortunately, they’ve been paired with a quartet of electric motors - all positioned at the back - and provide 856lb ft of torque alongside the plentiful power reserves. It means 0-62mph is dispatched in just 2.6s, and though the top speed has been kept hush for the time being, we expect it to be similar to the Carmen Boulogne’s Vmax of 180mph.
There’s also a thick anti-roll bar somewhere beneath that... let's go with 'interesting' exterior, and even thicker 400mm carbon ceramic brakes nestled within. It’s claimed to deliver five per cent more stopping power than the previous model, which should be pushed to its limits on Bond Street on a Friday night cruise.
Speaking of the... let's say 'unique' exterior, up front sits a pointed grille and a vented bonnet; a front end that's been intentionally chiselled to channel more air towards those side sills and, eventually, that large stork-shaped wing.
The rear itself has gone through a pretty substantial change over its predecessor, which includes plenty of carbon and even copper accents in areas like the diffuser. The entire look is finished by a fetching shade of Cava Gold that’s been inspired by a bottle of really expensive wine. We aren’t making that up, by the way.
By comparison, the interior has seen a far less drastic change and mostly revolves around the redesigned centre console, upgraded infotainment system and even more Alcantara to set off the black/red detailing.
Here’s what Hispano’s design chief Francesc Arenas said: “I dare say that with the Sagrera, we have refined the concept of sportiness while maintaining our tradition of excellence and setting the stage for future designs, fulfilling the desires of our customers.”
Source:Hispano Suiza Carmen Sagera
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