Audi reveals Nuvolari supercar with 1,001 PS hybrid powertrain, 350 km/h top speed
Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, its first production supercar with a high-performance hybrid powertrain, delivering 1,001 PS and a top speed over 350 km/h.
- 1,001 PS (736 kW)
- 2.6 seconds
- over 350 km/h
What Happened
Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, its first production supercar with a high-performance hybrid powertrain. With a system output of 1,001 PS (736 kW) from a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine and three axial flux electric motors, it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and reaches a top speed over 350 km/h. Production is limited to 499 units, with deliveries starting in the first half of 2027.
1,001 PS (736 kW)
Combined from V8 and three electric motors
2.6 seconds
Under specific battery conditions
“With the Audi Nuvolari, we are accelerating technological progress. It shows what is possible when the focus is on technology, performance, and execution through teamwork.”
- E-Hybrid
- Balanced
- Dynamic
- Dynamic+
- Track Mode
Why this matters
The Nuvolari marks Audi's entry into the hybrid supercar segment, combining Formula 1-inspired technology with limited production of 499 units, showcasing the brand's technological ambitions.
Terms in This Story
- Hybrid powertrain
- A system combining an internal combustion engine with one or more electric motors to improve efficiency and performance.
- Audi Space Frame (ASF)
- A lightweight structural framework made of aluminum and carbon fiber used in Audi vehicles.
- Axial flux electric motor
- A type of electric motor where the magnetic flux is parallel to the axis of rotation, offering high torque density.
- Prepreg autoclave technology
- A manufacturing process where pre-impregnated carbon fiber sheets are cured under heat and pressure to create strong, lightweight components.
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