Although the majority of automotive companies are already transitioning to emission-free powertrains, a few are still a bit hesitant in doing so. Instead, there is a compromise some agree with. Audi already has a fleet of battery-electric models, but it’s also catering to clients who aren’t ready for one. For those craving an adrenaline-pumping driving experience, you’re looking at the Nuvolari.
This supercar may not be the first to hit the market with a hybrid powertrain, but that doesn’t matter. What this sleek ride symbolizes is the Four Rings’ willingness to innovate. In the case of the Nuvolari, the press release shares a bit more about the “fastest and most powerful production vehicle in the brand’s history.”
From what we could gather, the technologies are being sourced from Formula 1 and adapted for a street-legal platform. Audi opts for a mid-engine layout, which features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and three axial flux electric motors. Overall, these components combine for a total output of 987 horsepower. Meanwhile, torque is listed at 538.4 lb-ft and 1,585.70 lb-ft, respectively.
According to the reports, “as an integral part of the quattro system, they support variable torque distribution. A third electric motor between the V8 mid-engine and the transmission completes the drive concept.” In track tests, the Nuvolari can accelerate from zero to 62 mph in 2.6 seconds and reach a top speed of an estimated 217.48 mph.
To ensure exceptional torsional rigidity and weight savings, the construction features Audi Space Frame technology alongside a carbon fiber exterior. Another cool aspect of the Nuvolari deals with active aerodynamics. Depending on the driving conditions, it automatically makes precision adjustments to maintain peak performance.
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