DecodedCars2020 Bugatti Chiron
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 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
- 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 11 MPG combined, 44% below the 2020 two seaters average of 19.6 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 2020 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 2020 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 3 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2020
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Chiron — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Chiron →
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 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2020 Bugatti Chiron.
Similar 2020 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Bugatti Chiron (this car) | 11 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2020 Bugatti Divo | 10 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (3)
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.
Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft · Nov 24, 2020
NHTSA campaign 20V731000 · 3 vehicles
- Problem
- Bugatti (Bugatti) is recalling certain 2020 DIVO and Chiron vehicles. The rear left-hand driveshaft may break.
- Risk
- A broken driveshaft could result in parts detaching and becoming a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Bugatti will notify owners, and dealers will replace rear left-hand driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began December 18, 2020. Owners may contact Bugatti customer service at 1-703-826-7545. Bugatti's number for this recall is BUGCR032.
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.
Not every 2020 Bugatti Chiron is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2020 Bugatti Chiron in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2020 Bugatti Chiron 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 2020 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 |
| 2019 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Chiron | 11 | – | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Bugatti. How we calculate this →