Model Lineup 2026
All current SSC North America models available in the United States as of March 2026. Pricing reflects base MSRP — destination, taxes, and fees add approximately $2,500–$4,500. Verify current pricing at the manufacturer's website.
Prices exclude destination (~$1,500–$2,000), taxes & fees. Verify at manufacturer website.Brand Overview
America's Fastest. Founded 1998 by Jerod Shelby (no relation to Carroll Shelby) in Richland, Washington. SSC North America produces the Tuatara hypercar -- one of the world's fastest production cars. Previous SSC Ultimate Aero briefly held the world's fastest production car record (2007).
Parent / Ownership: SSC North America (private) (Private). Headquarters: Richland, Washington. Founded: 1998.
Reliability
The SSC Tuatara is a micro-production hypercar. Reliability data is extremely limited given production volume. SSC provides comprehensive service for customer vehicles. The 5.9L twin-turbo flat-plane V8 is custom-engineered.
Consult Consumer Reports, J.D. Power, and NHTSA safety ratings for the specific model year you are considering. Reliability varies significantly by model year and trim.
Recalls
No active NHTSA recalls as of March 2026. Verify at nhtsa.gov/recalls using your 17-digit VIN.
Check all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls using your 17-digit VIN. New recalls are issued regularly.
Recent Updates
Competitive Comparison
Editorial comparison of SSC North America against key competitors. All data from manufacturer specifications and third-party sources as of March 2026.
| Brand/Model | Starting Price | Fuel Economy | Reliability | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSC Tuatara | ~$1.9M | 1,750 hp | N/A | US hypercar |
| Hennessey Venom F5 | ~$2.1M | 1,817 hp | N/A | US hypercar |
| Bugatti Tourbillon | ~$4M | 1,800 hp | N/A | French |
| Koenigsegg Jesko | ~$3.0M | 1,600 hp | N/A | Swedish |
FAQ
- SSC North America -- sscnorthamerica.com (2026)
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