In 2006, Christian von Koenigsegg introduced the CCX at the Geneva Motor Show, aiming to break into the American market with a mid-engine supercar designed to meet U.S. safety and emissions regulations. The CCX marked a decade since the prototype of the Koenigsegg CC, reflecting years of determination to establish the brand as a major player in the supercar world.
Koenigsegg’s journey began with the CC8S in 2002, a handmade supercar featuring a Formula 1-grade carbon fiber, Kevlar chassis, and signature dihedral synchro-helix doors. Its 4.6-liter twin-supercharged V8 delivered remarkable performance, followed by the CCR, which pushed output beyond 800 horsepower. However, the CCX was designed as a true global contender.
While retaining the silhouette of earlier models, the CCX was extensively re-engineered. It achieved an impressive 0.30 drag coefficient thanks to a flat underbody and venturi tunnels. The cabin was redesigned to give more headroom for drivers. Unlike its predecessors, it featured an in-house developed 4.7-liter twin-supercharged V8 producing 806 horsepower, capable of running on pump gas while meeting U.S. emissions standards.
Source: RM Sotheby’s
