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The successor to the Audi R8 received the name Nuvolari and a hybrid engine from Lamborghini

The new product, named after the legendary racer Tazio Nuvolari, will be produced in a limited edition of only 499 copies, and first deliveries will begin in the first half of 2027, Carscoops reports.

The heart of the car is a hybrid powertrain based on a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, a 7.3 kWh lithium-ion battery and three electric motors. Two electric motors are located on the front axle, the third is located between the engine and gearbox. The total output of the system is 987 hp, which is only 15 hp. less than the Lamborghini Revuelto.

The dynamics of the Nuvolari are outstanding: acceleration to 100 km/h takes 2.6 seconds, to 200 km/h – 6.8 seconds, top speed exceeds 350 km/h.

The car is equipped with a new generation Quattro all-wheel drive system, which analyzes data to prevent loss of traction. There is also an active wing capable of generating more than 400 kg of downforce.

The driver has five driving modes at his disposal: E-Hybrid (electric priority), Balanced, Dynamic (sports), Dynamic+ (maximum sharp) and Track (track) with settings for wet, dry and racing tracks.

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The design of the Nuvolari follows the new Audi philosophy. The front part received a vertical radiator grille, thin headlights and large air intakes. The carbon body is equipped with deflector skirts. Braking is handled by the new Audi Ceramic Pro carbon-ceramic system with 420 mm front discs and 410 mm rear discs, which was created specifically for the track.

The interior is minimalistic, two-tone, with aluminum inserts. Lightweight carbon seats, a digital instrument panel and a large vertical multimedia screen are installed.

Audi CEO Gernot Döllner said the Nuvolari “brings pure emotion.”

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