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Koenigsegg, the Swedish reference in the world of hypercars, has just unveiled all the components of a future powertrain called Terrier, of which the Quark is the centerpiece. This electric motor weighing less than 30 kg develops 335 hp.
The 33 cl can gives an idea of the compactness of the Quark. © Koenigsegg
Known for its road-legal racing cars, Koenigsegg is the benchmark in the world of hypercars. The Swedish manufacturer has just unveiled an all-new electric powertrain with torque vectoring dubbed “Terrier”, in homage to the tonic breed of dog. It consists of an inverter (six phases) coupled to two Quarks.
The Quark is a pocket electric motor (850 V architecture) weighing less than 30 kg which develops a power of 250 kW (335 hp) for a maximum torque of 600 Nm. The steel used is the same as that of the aerospace and motorsport industry. As for the rotor, it is made of carbon fiber, from an in-house technology (Koenigsegg Aircore) that can be found on the rims, the steering wheel, the seats…
The operating principle of Quark is based on what Koenigsegg calls “Raxial Flux”. It is a mix between radial flux and axial flux, combining power density and torque density. According to the Swedish manufacturer, the Quark has an industry-leading torque-to-power ratio.
In concrete terms, maximum power and torque are available for about twenty seconds. This electric motorization will be able to provide brutal acceleration at low revs. Then, it will support the internal combustion engine on high-speed ranges (400 km/h), without any loss of torque or power.
The Gemera, a hybrid-powered four-seater coupé. © Koenigsegg
This Terrier power unit will fit in the Gemera. It is a four-seater coupé – limited to 300 units – equipped with three electric motors (1 x 400 hp and 2 x 500 hp) and a 2.0 l turbo three-cylinder 600 hp heat engine. The total power reaches 1,700 hp. According to Christian von Koenigsegg, the brand’s creator and CEO, the Quark could find its place “in applications such as marine, aviation”.
The Terrier powertrain combining an inverter and the Quark electric motor. © Koenigsegg
With a total weight of 88 kg and occupying a volume of 40 l, the Terrier power unit can be either directly attached to the body or to the chassis. It frees up space and offers new layout solutions. On the other hand, we do not yet know the price at which this electric motorization will be sold – under license.