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Koenigsegg Jesko: Swedish hypercar with 1600 hp twin-turbo V8 and 9-speed gearbox. Limited production supercar.

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The Koenigsegg Jesko is a hypercar manufactured by the Swedish automaker Koenigsegg, unveiled at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. Its name honors Jesko von Koenigsegg, father of founder Christian von Koenigsegg. The engine is a 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that, when running on E85 fuel, delivers 1,600 hp and 1,500 Nm of torque. The innovative transmission, called Light Speed Transmission (LST), has 9 gears and allows almost instantaneous shifts.

The Jesko is the first production car to use Koenigsegg's rear-wheel steering system, alongside carbon-ceramic disc brakes and adaptive suspension. Its active aerodynamics include a rear wing that can generate up to 1,400 kg of downforce. The body is made of carbon fiber, keeping dry weight around 1,420 kg. Production is limited to 125 units, all already sold for prices exceeding US$3 million.

The Jesko has also set records: in 2024, driver Markus Lundh achieved 0-400-0 km/h in 27.83 seconds, beating the previous record. Theoretical top speed is over 480 km/h, but not officially verified. The model rivals the Bugatti Chiron Super Sport and Hennessey Venom F5. Koenigsegg plans an even more extreme version called Jesko Absolut, focused on top speed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of the Koenigsegg Jesko?

The base price is approximately US$3 million, but all 125 units have already been sold. The price may be higher with options.

How much horsepower does the Koenigsegg Jesko have?

The 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8 produces 1,600 hp when running on E85 (ethanol) and about 1,280 hp on regular gasoline.

What is the top speed of the Koenigsegg Jesko?

The theoretical top speed is over 480 km/h, but it has not been officially recorded. The Jesko Absolut version is designed to exceed 500 km/h.