Audi is bringing its most extreme production supercar yet to the United States. Following its U.S. debut during Monterey Car Week in August, Audi of America has confirmed that 182 examples of the new Audi Nuvolari will be allocated to the American market. Part of a global production run limited to 499 units, the Nuvolari combines Formula 1-inspired technology, advanced hybrid engineering, and an aggressive carbon-fiber design to establish a new performance flagship for the German automaker.
U.S. orders are now being accepted through authorized Audi dealerships, with customer deliveries expected to begin in the first half of 2028.
The most powerful and fastest production Audi ever
At the heart of the Nuvolari is an advanced hybrid powertrain combining a high-revving 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with three electric axial-flux motors. Two electric motors drive the front axle, while a third assists the rear, delivering an estimated combined system output of 987 horsepower.
The combustion engine alone produces 789 hp between 9,000 and 9,750 rpm, with the electric motors contributing an additional 198 hp. Audi estimates a 0–60 mph time of just 2.5 seconds and a top speed exceeding 217 mph.
Those figures would make the Nuvolari the most powerful and fastest production vehicle ever to wear the four rings, placing it firmly among the most extreme hybrid supercars on the market.
Formula 1 technology for the road
Audi’s Formula 1 involvement has played a significant role in the development of the Nuvolari, with motorsport-derived engineering influencing everything from its hybrid architecture and energy management to its brake-by-wire system, active aerodynamics, and launch control strategies.
Braking performance receives particular attention through Audi’s ceramic pro brake discs, which feature a long-fiber construction designed to improve heat dissipation by 21% compared with conventional ceramic brakes. The technology is engineered to maintain consistent braking performance and thermal stability under repeated high-speed deceleration.
The result is a supercar designed to deliver serious track capability without sacrificing the excitement and usability expected on public roads.
Next-generation Quattro predictive ride
One of the Nuvolari’s most significant technological introductions is the world premiere of quattro predictive ride, Audi’s next-generation approach to all-wheel-drive performance and vehicle dynamics.
Using advanced sensors and real-time vehicle modeling, the system continuously monitors available grip, steering inputs, acceleration, and vehicle behavior. It then proactively adjusts torque distribution, braking interventions, and aerodynamic balance to maximize traction and stability.
Working alongside the electric front-axle motors is a four-way adjustable suspension system capable of adapting to different driving speeds while independently optimizing compression and rebound. Together, these technologies are designed to deliver exceptional precision and control across a wide range of driving conditions.
Carbon-fiber construction and active aerodynamics
The Nuvolari introduces an entirely new Audi Space Frame architecture paired with an extensively carbon-fiber exterior. Nearly every exterior panel is manufactured from carbon-fiber reinforced polymer, using production techniques influenced by Formula 1 engineering.
Lightweight construction is complemented by an advanced active aerodynamic package featuring a three-stage deployable rear wing, a Formula 1-inspired Drag Reduction System (DRS), and additional movable aerodynamic elements.
When maximum aerodynamic performance is required, the system can generate more than 880 pounds of downforce, helping keep the Nuvolari firmly planted at high speeds and through demanding corners.
Extensive Audi exclusive customization
Despite its extreme performance credentials, Audi is placing considerable emphasis on personalization. Buyers can choose from more than 50 gloss exterior colors and over 10 matte finishes, alongside fully customized Audi Exclusive paint and interior combinations.
For those wanting an even more technical appearance, a fully exposed carbon-fiber exterior will also be available. Thirteen brake caliper colors provide additional opportunities to tailor the car’s appearance.
Inside, the customization program includes three primary Dinamica material selections, 33 leather colors, 12 seat belt colors, and two switchgear finishes. The extensive combinations allow owners to create a highly individual cabin befitting Audi’s new performance flagship.
Pricing and availability
The 2028 Audi Nuvolari will carry a starting MSRP of $700,000 in the United States. Global production is capped at 499 examples, with just 182 allocated to American customers.
Orders are currently being accepted through authorized Audi dealerships nationwide, although availability will be limited. First U.S. customer deliveries are scheduled to begin in the first half of 2028.
With nearly 1,000 horsepower, Formula 1-inspired technology, extensive carbon-fiber construction, and a production run of fewer than 500 cars, the Nuvolari represents an ambitious new chapter for Audi’s performance division.
