Zenvo ST1

A/S Zenvo Automotive is the company behind the first ever build Danish supercar. The company is located in Denmark 45 min. drive from the capital Copenhagen. Zenvo Automotive was founded with only one goal in mind – to produce unique hand built supercars.

The research and development for the first prototype started in 2004. The prototype has now been completed and presented for a public audience for the first time at Le Mans 24 hour race.. Zenvo Automotive will start a series production of the car, named the Zenvo ST1. It will be a limited edition with only 15 cars to be built.

Whenever possible we use local suppliers and we work closely with our business partners, enabling us to not only source the best components but influence the development process to achieve top performance and great design solutions for the Zenvo.

The first supercar coming from Zenvo Automotive is called Zenvo ST1. S stands for Supercharger, T for Turbo and 1 for model number one. For the engineers and designers within Zenvo Automotive, a clear list of criteria was made to ensure the car would not only be a track worthy supercar but a car that would be suitable for everyday use.

The ST1 even though so powerful, is very drivable. It retains the unique feeling of driving a hand built supercar while still delivering the needs of modern motoring and safety. The car is 100% built in Denmark. From its impressive list of mechanical specifications to its striking pose the Zenvo ST1 is the result of clever Danish design. All these features are blended together to form a vehicle that demands attention but remains purposeful and practical. The frame is steel space frame and the body is in carbon.

See the 2009 Zenvo ST1 Gallery

Design

The car is 100% Danish design. Denmark has always been known around the world for its cutting edge design and for the first time “Danish Design” has been applied to a Supercar! The design of the Zenvo ST1 is made from free flowing accelerating lines creating the shapes of the wheel arches, the roof lines, side line and the lower side air intake. The sharp lines are connected by muscular organic surfacing creating dramatic reflections. The front is designed around the hexagonal trademark Zenvo grille flanked by the large front air intakes used for brake cooling and housing the front light. The theme of the front is repeated in the rear which is designed around the big diffuser necessary for high speed stability and down force. As on the front the center volume is flanked by large air exits extracting hot engine air as well as housing the exhausts and rear lights. The rear spoiler, mandatory for a car capable of extreme high speeds, is partly integrated. It has a unique aerodynamic design following the raked shape of the rear end.

Comfort & Luxury

The Zenvo ST1 is equipped with all modern facilities which make the car usable for everyday use. The A/C makes sure that the cabin always has the right temperature and the build in navigation makes sure that you always arrive in time. The 7½” screen makes you able to see DVD and is also connected to a rear view camera to make reversing easy. The audio system also allows you to hear music from either your I-Pod, MP3 player, CDs or Radio. The racing seats are both electrical adjustable and so are the steering wheel. The start up of the Zenvo is easy due to key-less go. Simply just push the “start engine” button. When driving the head up display gives you a perfect and safe access to driving information. 2 build in airbags for extra protection and safety. When just cruising simply just use the cruise control. When leaving the car it automatically locks.

Engine & Power

The impressive power is supplied by a 7 liter V8 engine and yes, this is the first ever supercar combining the benefits from both a supercharger and turbo. This combination delivers all the power in one straight line. This makes the car very drivable and has the character of a normal aspirated engine but much more powerful. The engine is a Bio Flex engine. It can run on normal unleaded 98 (RON) or on Bio fuel (E85) or both combined.

Gearbox

The car is standard delivered with a manual 6 speed gearbox which is specially developed to handle the enormous torque and power. We are also offering an option of delivering the car with a paddle shift solution.

In Detail

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type	Series Production Car
released at	2009 Dubai Motor Show
built at	Denmark
coachbuilder	HBH
engine	V8
aspiration	Turbocharged & Supercharged
displacement	7000 cc / 427.17 in³
bore	104.8 mm / 4.1 in
stroke	101.6 mm / 4 in
power	823.3 kw / 1104 bhp @ 6900 rpm
specific output	157.71 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	802.33 bhp per tonne
torque	1430 nm / 1054.7 ft lbs @ 4500 rpm
driven wheels	RWD w/LSD, TC
front tires	255/35–19 Michelin
rear tires	335/30–20 Michelin
front brakes	Ventilated Discs w/6-Piston Calipers
rear brakes	Ventilated Discs w/6-Piston Calipers
front wheels	F 48.3 x 24.1 cm / 19 x 9.5 in
rear wheels	R 50.8 x 31.8 cm / 20 x 12.5 in
steering	Speed Sensitive Power Steering
f suspension	Double Wishbones w/3-Way Adj Öhlins Shock Absorbers
r suspension	Double Wishbones w/3-Way Adj Öhlins Shock Absorbers
curb weight	1376 kg / 3034.08 lbs
wheelbase	3055 mm / 120.3 in
length	4665 mm / 183.7 in
width	2041 mm / 80.4 in
height	1198 mm / 47.2 in
transmission	6-Speed Manual
top speed	~375 kph / 232.88 mph
0 – 60 mph	~3 seconds
fuel capacity	69 litres or 18.22 gal.