Bugatti
French hypercar maker from Molsheim since 1909
Ultra-exclusive hypercars from Molsheim, now under Bugatti Rimac with Porsche and Rimac Group ownership, known for extreme speed and craftsmanship.
About Bugatti
Bugatti was founded in 1909 by Ettore Bugatti in Molsheim (Alsace) and became legendary for racing and luxury cars. After modern revival under Volkswagen Group, Bugatti is now part of Bugatti Rimac—a joint venture involving Rimac Group and Porsche AG—continuing to build extremely limited hypercars that emphasise craftsmanship, performance and exclusivity.
Why consider Bugatti
- Historic French hypercar name with Molsheim roots
- Among the most exclusive and expensive production cars
- Extreme performance and bespoke craftsmanship
- Bugatti Rimac structure combining Rimac tech and Porsche backing
- European ultra-luxury alternative to US performance halo cars
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Brand comparison
| Brand | Country | Positioning | Main category | Price level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugatti |  France | French hypercar extreme | Hypercars | Ultra-luxury |
| Koenigsegg |  Sweden | Swedish extreme hypercars | Hypercars | Ultra-luxury |
| Rimac |  Croatia | Electric hypercar technology | Hypercars | Ultra-luxury |
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Brand details
Product categories
Brand ownership
- Bugatti Rimac
- Rimac Group
- Porsche AG
- Bugatti
Market presence
- Molsheim atelier and client delivery
- Selected ultra-luxury dealer partners
- Official commission and Sur Mesure process
- Exclusive owner events
- Brand heritage exhibitions
Brand timeline
- 1909Ettore Bugatti founds the company in Molsheim
- 1998Volkswagen Group acquires the Bugatti brand
- 2005Veyron redefines modern hypercar performance
- 2021Bugatti Rimac joint venture formed with Rimac and Porsche
- TodayFrench hypercar atelier under Bugatti Rimac ownership