OUR HISTORY
THE LEGACY OF
GENIUS
Welcome to the
Hotel 1904
MIGUEL SUQUÉ MATEU IS THE CURRENT PRESIDENT OF HISPANO SUIZA, A COMPANY OWNED BY THE SUQUÉ MATEU FAMILY FOR FOUR GENERATIONS.
THE
LEGEND
BEGINS
On 14 June 1904, a group of industrialists led by Mr. D. Damià Mateu and Mr. Francisco Seix founded the company LA HISPANO-SUIZA, an automobile manufacturer, in Barcelona. Technical direction fell to the prestigious engineer Marc Birkigt.
1904
1904
THE
ALFONSO
XIII
“Hispanos” began to participate in competitions and races. Aristocrats, intellectuals and the most renowned artists in the world owned Hispano Suiza’s cars. The brand presented the sports model named the Alfonso XIII, in honour of the monarch, with 45 CV and a splendid chassis that was one of the best models of the Belle Époque.
1911
Factory
in France
As a result of the strike, a factory in France, near Paris, was approved. The decision was also influenced by the greater availability of raw materials, the abundance of auxiliary industry, qualified labour and better conditions for export, among other factors.
1911
New Factory
in Guadalajara
The company "La Hispano Suiza Fábrica de Automóviles y Material de Guerra, S.A.” was established, with its headquarters and factory in Guadalajara. The Hispano-Guadalajara factory produced cars known as the "Guadalajara" model and, above all, lorries.
1917
k6
presentation
In the autumn of 1934, the K6 is officially presented at the Paris Motor Show. The classic model had an elegant look whose body work was associated with big names of the car industry, such as Van Vooren, Kellner, Binder...
1934
Hispano Suiza
h6b dubonnet
xenia
The Xenia Dubonnet is considered one of the most elegant and innovative cars in the history. André Dubonnet, an aviator, athlete, racing driver and inventor personalised a H6B model with a new, more aerodynamic bodywork.. He named it after his wife, Xenia. This model, served as an inspiration for the current Hispano Suiza design team to shape the new era of the brand with the Carmen.
1938
100 YEARS OF
HISPANO SUIZA
On 6 and 7 March 2004, Hispano Suiza takes part, with 12 of its cars, in the Barcelona – Sitges Rally for vehicles build before 1924, celebrating 100 years since its founding.
2004
Hispano Suiza
CARMEN
PROJECT
In 2019, the brand presented the Hispano Suiza Carmen, its new 100% electric hypercar, It has been developed and built in Barcelona by a group of 40 engineers and technicians with a wealth of experience in the world of motorsport.
2019
CARMEN
BOULOGNE
PRESENTATION
THE HISPANO SUIZA CARMEN BOULOGNE IS PRESENTED. A SPORTS-FOCUSED, TAILORMADE EVOLUTION OF THE CARMEN THAT REFLECTS THE BRAND'S RACING HERITAGE. THE BOULOGNE NAME DATES BACK TO 1921, WHEN HISPANO SUIZA ACHIEVED HISTORIC MOTORSPORT VICTORIES IN FRANCE.
2020
FIRST
DELIVERY
IN THE USA
On March 2022, Hispano Suiza delivers its first unit in the USA. The car is presented at The Amelia (Florida), one of the most unique Concours shows.
2022
Carmen Sagrera
presentation and
celebration of the
120th anniversary
Hispano Suiza celebrates its 120th anniversary with the world premiere of the Sagrera, the third hypercar in the Carmen range.
Its updated design, featuring a large rear wing shaped like stork wings and new interiors, redefines the concept of the Gentleman Driver.
2024
