Christian von Koenigsegg’s latest creation channels his father’s passion for the dramatic with the 2026 Koenigsegg Sadair’s Spear, a hypercar so extreme it barely seems real. Named after Jesko von Koenigsegg’s final racehorse from 1976, this beast elevates the Jesko Attack to a new peak, delivering a staggering 1,625 horsepower while tipping the scales at a mere 1,385 kilograms – and it’s fully street legal.
Under the carbon bonnet sits the familiar twin‑turbo 5.0‑liter V8, now remapped to spit out 1,300 hp on pump gas and unleash the full 1,625 hp when running on E85. Mated to Koenigsegg’s revolutionary nine‑speed Light Speed Transmission, gearbox shifts occur at up to 46,000 rpm/s with seamless, flywheel‑free precision via paddles behind the wheel. It’s a mechanical marvel that feels like caffeine‑fuelled Swiss watch engineering.
That power-to-weight ratio? Astronomical. Engineers slashed roughly 35 kg compared to the Jesko by stripping insulation and substituting carbon components, even cutting 2.6 kg from sound deadening alone. The result: power-to-weight numbers so insane they eclipse even the legendary One:1.
Every design decision serves performance. Custom seven‑spoke Aircore carbon‑fiber wheels, tailored aerodynamics, Triplex dampers, active ride height and multi‑layer carbon‑ceramic brakes create a chassis meant for domination. Aerodynamic features include a top‑mounted active double‑blade rear wing, enlarged front canards, hood vents with Gurney flaps and extended rear bodywork that enhance downforce and maintain cooling on sustained track runs.
Inside, the cockpit lives on a strict diet: carbon‑fiber seats, minimalist console and optional 6‑point harnesses in lieu of creature comforts. That pared‑back design allows the symphony of the twin‑turbo V8 to flood in unfiltered.
On debut, the Sadair’s Spear obliterated the previous Gotland Ring record by over a second compared to the Jesko Attack. At Goodwood Festival of Speed, it shattered the production car hill‑climb record, leaving rivals trailing by seconds.
Only 30 will be built, each carrying a €3.8 million price tag – around $4.1 million. They’re already spoken for, with private unveilings selling out the run instantly.
This isn’t just a hypercar – it’s a declaration. At a time when rivals chase electric dreams, Koenigsegg delivers a roaring, carbon‑fiber-loaded, combustion-powered statement. Street-legal, record-breaking, legacy-honoring and unapologetically unhinged. Be sure to check our list of the fastest cars in the wordl.
