# Modern Bugatti Built Its Reputation on the W16. Now, It's Going Away

> The literal engine that powered Bugatti out of the history books and into the modern world of record-breaking supercars is no more.

- **Source:** [Thedrive](https://www.thedrive.com/news/bugatti-built-its-modern-reputation-on-the-w16-now-its-going-away?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a5b9a12fab1962405878ace)
- **Published:** 2026-07-18
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #hp
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a5b9a12fab1962405878ace

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