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Well, well, well... Look who has entered the Supercar Chat after a long departure... 👀
I like what I'm hearing and seeing. From these renders, I'm getting Murcielago vibes!

In a surprise move, Audi has unveiled a 987 hp supercar that arrives in the first half of 2027
Audi has introduced the all-new Nuvolari supercar, which is limited to 499 units.
The model features a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a twin-turbo V8 and three motors.
Car has a combined output of 987 hp and a top speed in excess of 217 mph.
Audi’s revival won’t just include a modern-day TT as the automaker has confirmed plans for a new supercar. Known as the Nuvolari, it’s a high-performance hybrid that will serve as a limited edition R8 successor.
Set to become Audi’s fastest and most powerful production vehicle, the car features a plug-in hybrid powertrain that consists of a mid-mounted twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine, a 7.3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and three axial flux electric motors. Two of the motors are housed on the front axle, while the third is sandwiched between the engine and transmission.
This setup enables the Nuvolari to produce a combined output of 987 hp (736 kW / 1,001 PS), which easily surpasses the similar Lamborghini Temerario. In fact, the model only has 15 hp (11 kW / 15 PS) less than the Lamborghini Revuelto.
Needless to say, the Nuvolari is an absolute rocket as it blasts from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 2.6 seconds. 124 mph (200 km/h) comes 4.2 seconds later, while the top speed is in excess of 217 mph (350 km/h).
In typical Audi fashion, the car is outfitted with quattro all-wheel drive. However, the company further developed the system to anticipate your needs.

As the automaker explained, the latest version of quattro collects and analyzes an assortment of driving data including steering angle, acceleration, yaw rate, and grip levels. Thanks to all this information, the Nuvolari can anticipate a potential loss of grip and proactively respond.
Audi didn’t go into many specifics, but noted the model can adjust torque distribution and apply the brakes in “targeted interventions”. The car can even use active aerodynamics to adjust downforce according to the situation at hand.
Owners will find four primary drive modes, which can be selected by a rotary controller on the steering wheel. E‑Hybrid mode prioritizes fully electric use for short trips and urban driving, while Balanced tries to combine comfort with efficiency and performance. Dynamic mode “sharpens system response and enhances agility and precision,” while Dynamic+ cranks things up even further.

They’re joined by a Track mode, which allows for “targeted adjustment of traction control to driving style and available grip.” There are wet, dry, and race settings as well as a full off option.
The Nuvolari will become the first production vehicle to embrace Audi’s new design philosophy. As a result, it looks like a cross between the R8 and Concept C.

The front end is dominated by a vertical grille, which is flanked by slender headlights and large air intakes. The model also features a front splitter and S-duct, which “improves aerodynamic efficiency at the front axle — delivering additional downforce, reducing lift at high speeds, and improving cooling of the powertrain.”

Moving down the sides, we can see edgy carbon fiber bodywork and a modern interpretation of the R8’s iconic side blades. They’re joined by forged center-locking wheels, which are a first on a production Audi.
The wheels are backed up by a new Audi Ceramic Pro braking system, which has been designed specifically for track use. It has massive 16.5-inch (420 mm) front discs that are grabbed by ten-piston calipers. The rear brakes are also beefy as they come in at 16.1 inches (410 mm) and have four-piston calipers. The brakes also have an energy recuperation system as well as a specially designed internal cooling system, which increases heat dissipation by up to 21%.
Out back, there’s a ventilated fascia as well as slender taillights and a massive diffuser. They’re joined by an active rear wing, which has three positions known as closed, low downforce, and high downforce.

The wing can be operated automatically or manually, and it functions as an air brake. Audi went on to note it can deliver more than 882 lbs (400 kg) of downforce under the right conditions.
Like the Concept C, the Nuvolari has a minimalist interior with a two-tone design and anodized aluminum accents. Audi didn’t say much about it, but confirmed the supercar has lightweight sport seats with a carbon fiber structure.

Elsewhere, we can see a digital instrument cluster and a chunky infotainment system with a portrait orientation. They’re joined by a plastic ignition switch, a push-button shifter, and minimalist controls.

We can also see a flat-bottom steering wheel that appears to be wrapped in Alcantara upholstery. It sports prominent paddle shifters as well as plenty of knobs and buttons.
The Nuvolari rides on an Audi Space Frame and will be limited to 499 units. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first half of 2027 and Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said it “brings pure emotion and performance to the road. It also reveals how we are taking ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’ into a new era.”

[Burrcold]

Not really a successor to the R8 when production is capped at 499. It's more of a "hey, look at us!".

[Mikey240]

Originally Posted by Burrcold

Not really a successor to the R8 when production is capped at 499. It's more of a "hey, look at us!".

Right? Hybrid, shmybrid. Lines are OK overall but the front end looks strange at best. Super limited production. Yawn.

What the !@#$? .

Just do another R8 and call it an R8 series 2 and give it a proper gas V10. Drop the battery shit.

[Socal_R8]

someone needs to be fired immediately.....

not just the guy who designed that Lego looking monstrosity but the idiot who green lit this eyesore and thought it was a good idea to unveil that thing....


yikes


I'll keep my gen1 thanks

[gonzo]

Looky there. Yet another introduction from the Hid E. Ous School of Design protégés.
Most unattractive battles be going on these days mayne.

"All black might be sweet"

[thebmw]

First Jaguar, then Mercedes, then Ferrari, then Audi. One by one, these brands are self-destructing.

[dgoldenz]

Another hybrid iPad for $800k. Yawn.

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[vt100]

Originally Posted by Burrcold

Not really a successor to the R8 when production is capped at 499. It's more of a "hey, look at us!".

I'm puzzled why it's only V8 and not W16 in this case
Which would make much more sense with such a limited run.

[MJBO]

FFS

[bosstones]

That's not a very 'Audi' name for a car.

[afadeev]

Not in love with the design, but I'm glad they are trying!
It will probably look more refined for production anyway.

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[25 V8 IS]

Would love to know how aerodynamic this car is...It looks about as aerodynamic as a Jeep Wrangler.

[XutvJet]

I bet if you asked AI to draw you an Audi based on the Lamborghini Murciélago, this is what it would look like.

[bosstones]

Originally Posted by XutvJet

I bet if you asked AI to draw you an Audi based on the Lamborghini Murciélago, this is what it would look like.

Aside from the grille and headlights, upon first seeing the front 3-qtr pic, Cybertruck is what first came to mind. Rear def has lambo queues, though.

[eliphil]

This looks like a Tesla cyber truck or worse. What is Audi thinking spending so much on a super car that they are making 499 of vs straightening out their issues with their fleet and strategy

[Murf the Surf]

Front end looks like a lego knock off of an R8.

[ShocknAwe]

So, they took the R8, eliminated all detail, eliminated the V10, and quadrupled the price?

The only emotion here is greed.

[Mingwan]

It looks like it was inspired by HVAC.

They put AC filters on the front end, and the rear literally looks like part of an AC unit.

[Alfisti]

DO any of these egg-head marketing, development and design guys look at what is commanding high prices on the used market? No one cares about these ipds on wheels, specs are well beyond useless at this point.

A company like Audi has an entire fleet of mass market vehicles to offset it's emissions, so make your Supercar as follows;

- 3500 lbs
- NA V10 or V12
- 700ish HP
- Gated manual

There'd be line ups out the door.

[Mikey240]

Originally Posted by Alfisti

DO any of these egg-head marketing, development and design guys look at what is commanding high prices on the used market? No one cares about these ipds on wheels, specs are well beyond useless at this point.

A company like Audi has an entire fleet of mass market vehicles to offset it's emissions, so make your Supercar as follows;

- 3500 lbs
- NA V10 or V12
- 700ish HP
- Gated manual

There'd be line ups out the door.

You dont even need to force a manual gearbox - just offer one along with a good flappy-paddle option.

Style it with LESS ducts, folds, creases, wings, vents, etc. Far too many modern supercars/exotics are simply ugly or pale in comparison to the looks of their predecessors.

In other words, styling-wise, IMO:

Lambo Murcielago >>> Aventador
Lambo Gallardo >>> Huracan

McLaren MP412C >>> 765

Ferrari F355, 458 Italia >>>> any of their newer cars

Audi R8 >>>>>> this new concept

You get the idea. We need more clean, original styling & lines instead of what looks like the same old wedge with 17 chunks of body kit looking shit slapped on it.

[Alfisti]

I'm with you in spirit but a fan of the last gen Lambos and the 765.