A W16 engine is a sixteen-cylinder piston engine with four banks of four cylinders in a W configuration. W16 engines are rarely produced, with the notable exception of the Volkswagen Group 8.0 WR16 …

That focus has led to changes to nearly every visible aerodynamic surface, new front suspension, and further changes under the skin of the W16 to remedy some of the more challenging characteristics of …

The W16 builds on the learnings from its predecessor, with sizeable changes incorporated ahead of the final season of this set of regulations. Fourth season of the current chassis regulations and the 12th …

6 days ago · Discover the incredible story behind Bugatti's iconic W16 engine and the revolutionary V16 that will replace it.

Feb 24, 2025 · Mercedes have revealed their 2025 car for the first time, with the team digitally launching the W16 days after unveiling its livery at the F1 75 Live season launch event.

Mercedes has launched its W16 Formula 1 car for the 2025 season, aiming for a competitive comeback with key technical improvements and a refreshed driver lineup.

2025 Mercedes-Benz W16 specs, lap times, performance data, top speed, engine specifications, pictures, updated October 2025.

Feb 24, 2025 · The W16 isn’t just a facelift – it’s a full-on rethink of what held Mercedes back with its predecessor, the W15. “Being the fourth year of these regulations on the chassis side, the cars are in …

Feb 24, 2025 · The unveiling of the Mercedes Formula 1 team’s 2025 challenger, the W16, marks an important milestone in the team’s ongoing quest for competitiveness in a rapidly evolving racing …

Background The W16 is driven by George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli. The W16 is the successor to the W15 from the previous year that took four victories, namely in Austria, Great Britain, Belgium …