Monterey Car Week 2023: Pininfarina B95 Hypercar Marks Debut as Open-Top Roadster, Makes 1,874bhp
Pininfarina presented the B95 hypercar at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering, alongside the Pura Vision Concept and the limited-edition Battista Edizione Nino Farina hypercar. The open-top roadster will have a production run of just 10 units worldwide.
By Kanika Sachdeva
2023 Monterey Car Week: Automobili Pininfarina has added a new member to the family of electric cars. Called the B95, it is touted as the world's first electric hyper speedster with an open-top design. The maker of the all-electric Battista hypercar teased the new B95 a couple of days ago, and now the roofless hypercar has made its global debut at the ongoing 2023 Monterey Car Week in California. The car was put on display at The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering, alongside the Pura Vision Concept and the limited-edition Battista Edizione Nino Farina hypercar. Also referred to as the Barchetta by Mahindra-owned Pininfarina, this all-new B95 will enter into production in 2025. The open-top roadster will have a production run of just 10 units worldwide, with each commanding a price of € 4.4 million (approx. £ 3.8 million). This roughly translates to around Rs 39.78 crore (ex-showroom), making it pricier than the two-door Battista.
The numeral '95' in the B95 refers to the upcoming 95th anniversary of Automobili Pininfarina in 2025 when production and deliveries of the speedster will begin. The model showcased at the Car Week comes in a metallic Bronzo Superga shade, with contrasting elements in Giallo Arneis.
Pininfarina B95 Hypercar: Exterior
Just like the Vision Concept SUV, Pininfarina's PURA design philosophy has been instrumental in shaping the B95's design language. Unlike the Battista, the B95 hypercar gets slim LED headlights on a low-slung front end and vertical slats in the centre. The lack of a glasshouse resulted in what the company calls a 'surrounding loop' design, incorporating the cabin, the aero screens, and the domes behind the seats. The electronically adjustable aero screens for the driver and passenger make the B95 stand out from other Speedsters and Barchetta vehicles. Also, these aero screens are made of clear polycarbonate with exposed aluminium supports and are designed after vintage fighter jets. Additionally, for added comfort, they can be easily raised and lowered.
At the rear, the all-new B95 gets similar slim LED tail lights as the Battista; however, it comes with a unique bumper and diffuser design. Other bits include 20-inch front and 21-inch rear black aluminium wheels, carbon-fibre elements (in the case of the front splitter, rear aero outlet, etc), Giallo Arneis-coloured brake callipers, etc.
Pininfarina B95 Hypercar: Customisation Options
Each of the 10 B95s, according to the automaker, will be completely unique due to the company's extensive customisation options, which also include a laser-engraved aluminium door plate. Additionally, customers will have the option to acquire helmets in accordance with the B95's compatible specs.
Pininfarina B95 Hypercar: Underpinnings, Powertrain
Sharing its underpinnings with the Battista, the new B95 will feature the same Rimac-built carbon-fibre monocoque underpinning. Powering the open-top two-seater is a 120 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, which propels four permanent-magnet synchronous motors, sending power to all wheels. With the same powerful quad-motor system as the Battista, the B95 cranks out 2,340Nm of peak torque and 1,876bhp of maximum power. The sprint from 0 to 96 km/h is possible in less than two seconds, while the vehicle gets a claimed range of more than 450km on a single charge and a maximum speed of over 300km/h.
Furthermore, the B95 can be charged using a DC fast charger with a maximum output of 270kW, which can boost its battery from 20 to 80 per cent in less than 25 minutes. On offer are also five different drive modes – Calma, Pura, Energica, Furiosa, and Carattere – which use Full Torque Vectoring technology. These modes are selected using a rotary selector situated next to the steering wheel.
Pininfarina B95 Hypercar: Interior
Inside, the B95 looks nearly identical to the Battista; however, it does come with some unique elements. A sculpted carbon-fibre dashboard is trimmed in tan sustainable luxury leather. The seats also have the same leather finish and a classic race car-inspired look, which curves around the user. The two-toned seats, inspired by the PURA Vision car, get Pied de Poule Houndstooth material on the upper part and tan upholstery on the lower part.
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Besides, the interior of the B95 features three screens behind the steering wheel and gets the same centre console and dashboard layout as the Battista Coupe. Also, just like the exterior, the interior can be personalised to suit the preferences of the buyer. In addition to the stitching and upholstery, customers can also have the B95's laser-engraved aluminium skid plate customised.
