Est. MSRP: $500,000
Overview
Since the Audi R8 was axed following the 2023 model year, all has remained quiet on the supercar front for the four-ring brand. That is set to change for 2027, with a new ultra-exclusive, 200-plus-mile-per-hour brute on the horizon. Audi is calling it the Nuvolari, named after Tazio Nuvolari, the notoriously fearless Italian racing driver of the 1930s, which hints at its influences and fundamental philosophy.
As with the R8, the new race-inspired halo car will stick with the past practice of borrowing its underpinnings from Lamborghini. The Nuvolari is expected to use a version of the Temerario’s all-wheel-drive plug-in hybrid V-8 powertrain, which should make up to 987 horsepower and—who knows?—maybe more. With Audi’s recent entry into Formula 1, some technology from the pinnacle of motorsport might also bleed into the Nuvolari’s DNA, which is said to feature active aerodynamics, a carbon-fiber body structure, and an energy deployment system that Nico Hülkenberg would be familiar with using.
Expert Tip: The Audi Nuvolari will be available in extremely limited quantities, meaning that most interested buyers won’t get a chance to see one, let alone buy one. For those folks, the Lamborghini Temerario will likely prove to be more easily attainable while still providing similar performance.
What’s New for 2028?
The Nuvolari is a clean-sheet design from Audi, succeeding the R8 as the company’s pinnacle supercar offering.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
Pricing is estimated to start at $500,000. Additional trim and configuration details will be published as they become available.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
- Hybrid Powertrain: 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 with three electric motors, 987-or-more horsepower combined
- Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
- Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
Like the first- and second-generation R8s, which borrowed underpinnings from the Lamborghini Gallardo and Huracán, respectively, the Nuvolari is rumored to share its powertrain with Lamborghini’s entry-level Temerario supercar. It will feature a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 gas engine augmented by three axial-flux electric motors to churn out a combined output of 987 horsepower—80 more than the Lambo.
In addition to its gargantuan power output, the Nuvolari is said to feature several Formula 1-inspired technologies to make it a serious threat on a racetrack. The prototype was even tuned by Audi’s current F1 drivers. An active front wing and rear splitter automatically adjust to different conditions, altering downforce, drag, and aerodynamic balance in response to driving conditions.
Its all-wheel-drive system is also extremely advanced, employing a new quattro predictive ride setup that uses sensors to proactively adjust torque delivery to each wheel for optimal grip. Audi says that the Nuvolari’s brakes are up to the task of keeping its power in check thanks to ten-piston calipers up front, four-piston calipers on the rear axle, and carbon brake discs derived directly from Formula 1.
0–60-MPH Times
- Claimed 0–60-mph Time: 2.6 seconds
In Comparison: If Audi’s estimate is accurate, the Nuvolari would trail both the Lamborghini Temerario and Ferrari 296 GTB in a sprint to 60 mph by 0.2 seconds. We think it could be quicker than Audi’s letting on.
Coming Soon
As more information becomes available, this page will be updated with details on:
- Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
- Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
- Infotainment and Connectivity
- Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
- Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
- C/D Test Results and Specs
