Audi Unveils Nuvolari Supercar with Hybrid Powertrain, Limited to 499 Units
Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, its fastest and most powerful supercar featuring a high-performance hybrid powertrain with over 1,000 PS.
over 1,000 PS
499 units
What Happened
In Monaco ahead of the Formula 1 Grand Prix, Audi revealed the near-production prototype of the Nuvolari, a supercar that CEO Gernot Döllner calls a physical manifestation of the brand's technological renewal. The car is powered by a high-performance hybrid powertrain producing over 1,000 PS and features active aerodynamics, a world-first quattro predictive ride system, and a new design philosophy called "The Radical Next." Production is limited to 499 units, with pre-ordering in Europe starting in the fourth quarter of 2026.
“The Audi Nuvolari brings pure emotion and performance to the road. It also reveals how we are taking 'Vorsprung durch Technik' into a new era.”
“The Audi Nuvolari looks really cool and unique. For me, what truly counts is the overall package — that is, how the car feels, how precisely it responds, and how well performance and drivability complement each other.”
499 units
The Nuvolari is a highly exclusive collector's item, with official pre-ordering in Europe starting Q4 2026.
Why this matters
The Nuvolari showcases Audi's renewed focus on high-performance hybrid technology and design innovation, marking a new era for the brand.
Terms in This Story
- hybrid powertrain
- A vehicle propulsion system that combines an internal combustion engine with one or more electric motors to improve fuel efficiency and performance.
- quattro
- Audi's brand name for its all-wheel-drive system, designed to provide traction and stability in various driving conditions.
- Vorsprung durch Technik
- Audi's slogan meaning 'Advancement through Technology,' reflecting the brand's focus on innovation and engineering excellence.
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