Spyker C8 Preliator Spyder debuts at Geneva with Koenigsegg V8
Spyker has unveiled the C8 Preliator Spyder at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, featuring a 600hp Koenigsegg V8 and a manual gearbox in a limited run of 100 cars.
Spyker has returned to the Geneva Motor Show with the C8 Preliator Spyder, revealing a new partnership with Koenigsegg for its V8 engine and confirming production of just 100 units. The Dutch marque, which has faced financial turmoil in recent years, used the show to announce a major technical shift and a renewed focus on exclusivity.
Koenigsegg V8 replaces Audi unit
Spyker's previous C8 models relied on Audi-sourced V8s, but the new Preliator Spyder and Coupe will use a 5.0-litre naturally aspirated V8 developed by Koenigsegg. The engine produces 600 horsepower and 600Nm of torque, and has been reworked by the Swedish hypercar manufacturer to suit Spyker's requirements. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox, a decision Spyker said was driven by customer demand for a traditional, engaging driving experience.
Design and technology updates
The C8 Preliator Spyder retains Spyker's retro-inspired design, but sits on an updated aluminium spaceframe that combines extrusions, folded sheet sections and reinforced side-impact and rollover bars. The show car featured an automatic soft top and a cream leather interior with honeycomb contrast stitching. Spyker has also integrated an advanced head-up display, which allows control of applications such as Spotify and Apple Music using simple hand gestures.
- All-aluminium spaceframe for reduced weight and rigidity
- Automatic soft top roof
- Cream leather interior with honeycomb stitching
- Advanced head-up display with gesture controls
Performance and exclusivity
Weighing 1,390kg, the C8 Preliator Spyder accelerates from 0 to 100km/h in 3.6 seconds and reaches a claimed top speed of 322km/h. Only 100 examples will be built, underlining Spyker's focus on rarity and bespoke engineering. The new engine and manual transmission set-up mark a break from the previous generation, positioning the C8 Preliator Spyder as a distinct offering in the supercar segment.
For more from the 2017 Geneva Motor Show, see our coverage of the Honda Civic Type R debut.
