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The chassis is made from autoclaved pre-impregnated carbon fiber, the same technology used in modern Formula One cars. It has a true semi-monocoque self-supporting center unit providing an unbeatable torsional rigidity of 28,100 Nm / degree—a figure unmatched by any manufacturer. Chrome-molybdenum subframes support the front and rear Double Wishbones with Ohlin-brand shock absorbers and other vital car systems. All in all, the entire semi-monocoque weights just 62 kilograms. The rigid chassis and body enables the Koenigsegg CC to corner at a maximum lateral force producing 1.15 G’s. Providing the Koenigsegg CC with immense and surefooted braking power are specially-designed brakes by AP Racing. Featuring six calipers up front and four at the back, the brakes are made of high-quality aluminum featuring carefully mapped airflow characteristics to effectively cool the wheel bearings. Koenigsegg has quoted the CC’s braking distance from 100 km/h to zero in just 32 meters. The CC has standard Anti-lock Brakes as well as an adjustable brake balance system called KACS that enables the driver to fine tune braking force front and aft. In the unlikely event of an emergency maneuver or accident, the Koenigsegg CC is prepared. Aside from its standard ABS, it features dual SRS airbags, traction control and even parking sensors—perfect for those infamous Swedish snowstorms. The body is designed to give the Koenigsegg CC an impression of speed even when standing perfectly still. It almost hugs the ground with its 1,070 mm overall height, though the ride height can be adjustable to a limited degree. It’s just about as wide as a lane of highway with its nearly two meter width (1,990 mm). The 0.30 co-efficient of drag is certainly not class-leading, but is nonetheless impressive in its class. The Koenigsegg CC is a design tour-de-force. Dubbed by its designers as ‘ichthyomorphic’, it is clean without any unnecessary clutter. The stout and muscular appearance is amplified though thanks to the CC’s spider-like six-piece headlamp cluster all lying inside the enormous wheel arch. From the side, it’s a cross between the Lotus Elise and the Ferrari F50. The CC features a removable and stowable hardtop that can be removing by simply pulling two handles from within. The roof can then be stored in the front luggage compartment, where it fits perfectly. There’s the case of the sporty custom-made magnesium alloy wheels, which have been wind tunnel testing to give the best combination of aerodynamics and airflow to and from the brakes. They’re shod with Goodyear Eagle F1 245/50 ZR 18s at the front and 315/40 ZR18s at the back. The unique door system is a conversation piece in itself. Dubbed by Koenigsegg engineers as ‘Dihedral Synchro-Door Actuation’, it was designed primarily to be original and flamboyant. It works simply through the use of a geared rotational pivot that works simultaneously with a parallel arm in an outward arc motion. Balanced by gas struts, this unique system allows easy entry and exit, with the ‘flying punch’ motion setting the stage. The doors prove to be practical, requiring only a minimal area of operation allowing the freedom of access even in confined areas. |
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