2011 Koenigsegg CCR EVO 817 tuned by edo Competition review and pictures

Filed under: Koenigsegg, Edo Competition, Supercars, SuperSport, Tuning,
Posted Tuesday, 5 April 2011 , 14:04:08 by:Veronica

Always looking for ways to refine and optimize, the team from Edo Competition Motorsport GmbH appears to be one of the most appreciated names in the business of high quality modifications for supercars. The owner of a Koenigsegg was interested in improving the appearance and drivability of the car and, thus, he tasked Edo Competition to make it real. The engineers' main focus was on the setup of the two Rotrex units hence the V8 engine was force-fed by twin superchargers, modifying the drive ratio, which makes the engine hit its peak torque earlier, and remapping the ECU in order to accommodate the hardware changes. The power output was increased without compromising the broad torque curve over the whole rev range, while the engine redline was lowered to 7,200 rpm, aiming o ensure long term reliability of the superchargers. Disassembling the six-speed gearbox entirely, the engineers replaced the plastic bushings with Uniball units, resulting in boost pressure from 3,700 rpm all the way up to 6,000 rpm, durable brakes as well as a finely tuned directional stability beyond 300 km/h. Acceleration and drivability were significantly improved by the top speed which was slightly reduced from 390 km/h. The design of the vehicle's interior and exterior received a number of changes that include an updated front featuring auxiliary lights, Alcantara material together with a redesigned centre console accommodating a new infotainment system. The display was integrated into the dashboard and the driver is informed about tire pressures and temperature through a TPM system, for safety reasons. Without watering down the car's unique character, Edo Competition has done a great job in upgrading the rare exotic with fine details.

Koenigsegg CCR EVO 817 tuned by edo Competition high resolution wallpapers

Koenigsegg CCR EVO 817 tuned by edo Competition review:

EVO 817 - gym class

More power and improved drivability for an extremely rare supercar

When it comes to high quality modifications for supercars, edo competition Motorsport GmbH is one of the most established names in the business. Regardless of make and model, the edo team is always looking for ways to refine and optimize. That's also why the owner of a Koenigsegg came to us. Not entirely happy with the power of his Swedish exotic and looking to improve the drivability as well as the appearance, he tasked edo competition with the job of making it happen.

Since the V8 engine is being force-fed by twin superchargers, the main focus was on the setup of the two Rotrex units. With assistance from the manufacturer the drive ratio was modified and the ECU was remapped to accommodate the hardware changes. The aim was to increase the power output while maintaining a broad torque curve over the whole rev range. With the new drive ratio the engine hits its torque peak earlier and puts out up to 891 horsepower, depending on the level of tune. In order to ensure long term reliability of the superchargers, the engine redline was lowered to 7,200 rpm.

The transmission with its notchy gear changes received an overhaul as well. The six speed gearbox was disassembled in its entirety and the plastic bushings were replaced with Uniball units. The final result: full boost pressure from just 3,700 rpm all the way up to 6,000 rpm, reassuringly durable brakes, finely tuned directional stability beyond 300 km/h (186 mph) and a top speed that was reduced slightly from 390 km/h (242 mph) for phenomenal and significantly improved acceleration and drivability.

Additional changes were made to the design of the vehicle's interior and exterior. The wheels for example underwent a beauty treatment and received a coat of charcoal paint. The updated front with auxiliary lights now resembles the later CCR models, and the Alcantara material that was used throughout the Koenigsegg's cabin provides a more luxurious feel. The redesigned center console now accommodates a new infotainment system including a reversing camera as well as a custom-made pouch for the immobilizer remote. For safety reasons a TPM system now informs the driver about tire pressures and temperatures. The display was integrated into the dashboard.

The bottom line: edo competition has succeeded in upgrading this extremely rare exotic with fine details without watering down its distinctly unique character. However, the most impressive aspect is still the intense and violent acceleration, which is virtually unparalleled, even in the realm of supercars.

All modifications are carried out exclusively at edo competition Motorsport GmbH in Ahlen.

Write your own opinion! or Email this !