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 Bugatti blew our heads in 2019 when the 304.77 mph (490.48 km/h) Chiron Super Sport 300+ surpassed the 300 mph production barrier for production automobiles.

However, much like the handling-focused Chiron Pur Sport, which debuted in 2020 to prove that Bugattis could do more than just go fast in a straight line, the 300+ sacrificed a significant amount of luxury and refinement (or Bugattiness, if you prefer) in order to achieve that headline-grabbing top speed.

So, what if you want the Super Sport 300+'s power and performance but don't want to forego the luxurious items included on a standard Chiron? This is where the new Super Sport enters the picture.

 In essence, the Super Sport claims to deliver the best of both worlds: physics-defying performance without sacrificing comfort. If it seems like an appealing combination, one of the 60 Bugattis will set you back €3.2 million ($3.9 million) plus taxes.

That makes the Super Sport twice as popular as the 300+, which appears to be donating its slick bodywork, including the enlarged tail piece that helps generate enough downforce for the Bugatti to fold the multi-position back wing while still maintaining appropriate stability in Top Speed mode.

The circular vents on the front fenders, which are inspired by the Bugatti EB110, and dual exhaust tailpipes, which are also inspired by the 1990s supercar, are carried over from the 300+, while the five-Y spoke aluminium wheels are exclusive to the Super Sport. They don't look horrible, but we'd prefer for the Pur Sport's optional magnesium rims.

Instead of the sporty Alcantara seen in the 300+ and Pur Sport, the interior features leather, polished aluminium, and luxuries designed for "high-speed continental excursions," according to Bugatti.

You'll note that the ‘300+' part of the name is missing this time, and that's for good cause. Although the Super Sport has the same 1578 hp (1600 PS) and 1180 lb ft of torque as the record breaker, rather of the 1480 hp (1500 PS) and 1180 lb ft of the normal Chiron, top speed has been electronically limited to 273 mph (440 km/h) for the sake of "safety and homologation."

 But, aside from the possibility of losing a top-speed brawl with a Koenigsegg Agera owner in the country club bar, the Super Sport's lower peak speed doesn't make it any less of a car. In fact, freed from the necessity to make the Chiron safe and stable at speeds above 300 mph, Bugatti's engineers were able to focus on making the tyres and suspension operate at real-world speeds, making it considerably more pleasurable to drive. Like, up to a top speed of 273 mph.

And, thanks to the increased engine muscle, you still get a lot more straightline performance than a standard Chiron. The Super Sport can reach 200 km/h (124 mph) in 5.8 seconds and 300 km/h (186 mph) in 12.1 seconds, according to Bugatti. This contrasts to 6.1 seconds and 13.1 seconds for the standard Chiron, which also takes 32.6 seconds to reach 400 km/h (249 mph), but Bugatti claims the Super Sport is 7% faster.

Those are impressive stats, but keep in mind that Rimac's C Two Nevera can touch 186 mph in 9.3 seconds from a standstill. Still, we don't think it will deter 60 obscenely wealthy men and women from parting with their cash to participate in the Super Sport. You'll be the first to know if we're lucky enough to get behind the wheel.