Hispano Suiza used last year’s Geneva Motor Show to introduce the Carmen and now they’re following up with a motorsport-inspired Boulogne variant.
Bound to draw attention, the Carmen Boulogne has an exposed carbon fiber body which is contrasted by copper accents on the mirrors, side skirts and grille surround.
While the Boulogne closely echoes standard model, it features new 10-spoke wheels that are backed up by a carbon ceramic braking system which features six-piston calipers and 15-inch (380 mm) discs. The model also eschews rear wheel covers and Hispano Suiza says this helps to emphasize the “sports focus.”
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Inside, the Boulogne sees the Carmen’s wood trim replaced by black Alcantara and suede upholstery. The model also has leather-wrapped carbon composite seats, orange tulipwood accents and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Other highlights include a digital instrument cluster, a wireless smartphone charger and a six speaker audio system with a subwoofer.
The model is “almost infinitely customizable” as buyers can select their preferred shade of leather as well as the “setup of the interior mood lighting.” Customers can even help to develop a unique perfume for the car.
On the performance front, the Carmen Boulogne has an upgraded powertrain with two electric motors that power the rear wheels. They enable the car to produce a combined output of 1,100 hp (820 kW / 1,115 PS) and 1,180 lb-ft (1,600 Nm) of torque. This is 94 hp (70 kW / 95 PS) more than the standard model.
The motors are feed by an 80 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and they enable the car to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in less than 2.6 seconds. The Carmen Boulogne can also hit a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) and travel more than 249 miles (400 km) in the New European Driving Cycle.
Sticking with the performance theme, the model has a carbon fiber monocoque which only weighs 430 lbs (195 kg). Overall, the car tips the scales at 3,593 lbs (1,630 kg) and this makes the Boulogne 132 lbs (60 kg) lighter than the standard Carmen.
In order to drop weight, the Boulogne has a new sub-chassis, a carbon fiber roof and unique CNC parts. There’s also an “optimized” suspension which is lighter and stiffer than the one used on the standard model.
Production will be limited to five units and pricing starts at €1.65 ($1.84 / £1.44) million. The first deliveries are slated to occur in 2022 and prospective buyers can register their interest with the automaker.
