DecodedCars2018 Bugatti Chiron
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 8.0L 16-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 11 combined · 9 city / 14 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 5 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 11 MPG combined, 44% below the 2018 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2018 Bugatti Chiron is a two seaters offered with a 8.0L 16-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 11 MPG combined (9 city / 14 highway), 44% worse than the 2018 two seaters average of 19.6 MPG, for an estimated $7,450 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 5 recall campaigns on file.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiron | 8.0L 16-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 9 / 14 / 11 | -44% | $7,450 | 840 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Bugatti Chiron.
Recalls (5)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Feb 9, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V096000 · 156 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2016-2023 Bugatti Chiron vehicles. The audible chime may not activate when the vehicle starts, and the driver has not buckled their seat belt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- The driver may be unaware that their seat belt is not fastened, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 1, 2024. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR036.
Structure › Frame And Members · Mar 28, 2022 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 22V198000 · 1 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling one 2018 Chiron vehicle. One of the screws that fastens the front frame support may be loose.
- Risk
- A loose frame support may reduce the vehicle's structural protection in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Bugatti recommends the car not be driven until the screws have been correctly tightened. A dealer will inspect the screws to the front frame support and tighten them as necessary, free of charge. The affected vehicle was repaired March 31, 2022. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR027.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc) › Control Module › Software · Nov 24, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V732000 · 73 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti (Bugatti) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Chiron, 2018-2020 Chiron Sport and 2020-2021 DIVO vehicles. After an ignition cycle, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) does not automatically default back to the full-function original mode if the Handling Mode is selected on the Drive Mode switch. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
- Risk
- If the Handling Mode is activated, the ESC System goes into Sport mode. After an ignition cycle, the ESC does not default to the original default mode (ESC Normal Mode). After restarting the car, the Drive Mode remains in Handling mode affecting the ESC performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the software of the affected control units, free of charge. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR033.
Air Bags › Side/Window · Jun 20, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V420000 · 2 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2018 Chiron vehicles. The heat shield for the gas generator for the side air bags may have been incorrectly installed during the air bag manufacturing process, potentially reducing the performance of the air bag. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 214, "Side Impact Protection."
- Risk
- If the air bag deployment performance is reduced, it can increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will remove the affected seats to repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2018. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050.
Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner · Nov 29, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V764000 · 9 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti is recalling certain 2017-2018 Chiron vehicles. The front seat recliner brackets may not be welded properly, which can cause the back of the seat to move unexpectedly, affecting the driver's seating position.
- Risk
- If the driver's seating position changes unexpectedly, it could increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and service centers will inspect the welds on the recliner brackets for both seats, replacing the seat assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2017. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-805-557-1050.
Not every 2018 Bugatti Chiron is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2018 Bugatti Chiron in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2018 Bugatti Chiron buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 5 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Safety-critical recall. At least one recall carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Do not buy until the VIN shows it was repaired.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Bugatti Chiron. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Chiron years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Chiron | 9 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bugatti. How we calculate this →