The Godfather

Let’s just get straight to the point shall we. Malaysia recently saw the launch of Naza Swedish Motors, the official distributor for Koenigsegg cars. It’s not like I’ve finally had the opportunity to buy myself one but hey, atleast we might be able to see one on Malaysian roads someday. The showroom is located in Naza World PJ under the division, Naza Swedish Motors. The recent launch was not only to officialise the opening of the showroom but to unveil the Koenigsegg Agera S as well, with the presence of the man himself, Christian Von Koenigsegg.

The Agera S is not very much different from the Agera R, just minor differences split them apart. The S is packed with a 5.0 twin-turbo V8 giving out 1030hp and 1100Nm of torque that runs of 98-octane/93-octane petrol whereas the R has a little bit more horsepower (1140hp/1100Nm) but is specially tuned for the use of alcohol compounded fuels such as e85, which is not easily available here in the Southeast Asia region. The redline of the S has also been increased to 8250rpm. Since the whole car is practically made of lightweight carbon fibre, the weight of the car is only 1330kg and 1415kg with all fluids in. Power to weight is where it stands out for this machine which contributes to its insane acceleration abilities; 0-100km/h-2.9secs, 0-200km/h-7.9secs, 0-200-0km/h-12.8secs, 0-300-0km/h-22.7secs. The transmission that is fitted to this car is similar to the R version, using the specially developed a 7-speed single-input shaft, dual clutch with and electronic differential. The car is fitted with massive ventilated carbon ceramic disc brakes, 6-pistons front and 4-pistons rear. Despite being so light in weight, you still get all the features you would expect from a hypercar;  ABS, EPS, climate control, mp3 player, usb connection, hydraulic lifting system, various infro system, satnav, reasonable luggage compartment and a detachable roof. Although the roof is detachable, the chassis is still incredibly stiff and strong with 65 000Nm of monocoque torsional rigidity and that gives the driver the opportunity to listen to the body-tingling soundtrack of the twin-turbo V8 on the go when the roof is off.

Prices in Malaysia start at an estimated RM 5million without tax (around RM12million with tax).