Sadair’s Spear Is More Than Just A Modified Jesko
With production of the inimitable Jesko hypercar drawing to a close this year, Koenigsegg has revealed a special series of 30 cars named Sadair’s Spear, described as the most track-focused car the Swedish automaker has ever produced. Although based on the Jesko, it has several significant changes inside, out, and even underneath. So let’s take a closer look at everything that marks the beginning of a new level of performance for megacars.
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From any angle, the Sadair’s Spear looks far more aggressive and performance-focused, thanks to numerous aerodynamic alterations.
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Larger front dive planes/canards enhance both downforce and airflow, as do the vented wheel arches and a new Gurney flap in the vented hood.
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The active rear wing at first seems similar to that of the Jesko Attack, but numerous slats and slits are among its changes, which, together with the rest of the body, contribute to a 20% higher downforce figure with 5% less drag.
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New cooling intake scoops behind each occupant work together with an additional radiator to feed the 5.0-liter twin-turbo V8, which now produces 1,282 horsepower on regular unleaded and 1,603 hp on E85.
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Aerodynamic enhancements extend even as far as the wheels, which have a unique shape for each corner of the car to maximize brake cooling and downforce as air is sucked from under the car.
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The rear end has been elongated, creating a sort of longtail design, and the strakes of the diffuser have also been lengthened for better aerodynamic balance.
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Despite being the closest thing to a track-only special Koenigsegg has made to date, the interior is lavishly appointed, and the hardcore six-point harnesses seen on new carbon bucket seats are only optional.
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One of the key interior changes is the removal of a traditional gear lever to operate the nine-speed Light Speed Transmission – steering-mounted paddles provide the driver’s only interface with the gearbox.
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A vertical brake light between the arms of the dual-pane wing provides a little hint of motorsport flair and gives the Sadair’s Spear a unique visual signature.
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More power, enhanced aero, tires that can handle greater downforce loads, and a retuned suspension system with revised Triplex dampers make this nearly $5.2 million hypercar capable of lapping the 4.5-mile Gotland Ring in Sweden in a record-breaking 2:55.8.
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Sebastian Cenizo
Senior Editor, Autoblog