Red Bull has ripped the cover off its first-ever hypercar, the aptly named RB17. This isn’t your average high-performance machine; it’s a fusion of Adrian Newey’s legendary Formula One expertise and Red Bull’s relentless pursuit of speed. Also a fun fact Adrian Newey has a book called ‘How to Build a Car’ which chronicles all the F1 cars he has designed.
The RB17 boasts a lightweight carbon fibre chassis, a design philosophy straight from Red Bull’s championship-winning F1 cars. Nestled within is a monstrous 4.5-litre, naturally-aspirated V10 engine, a symphony of power aided by electric assistance. This ferocious heart churns out a mind-bending 1,200 bhp, allowing the RB17 to scream up to a staggering 15,000 rpm – a sound guaranteed to send shivers down any petrolhead’s spine.
Only 50 RB17s will be crafted, each a testament to Red Bull’s commitment to exclusivity. But exclusivity doesn’t come at the expense of performance. The RB17 promises F1-equivalent lap times and a top speed exceeding 350 kph. With a weight hovering under 900 kg, the power-to-weight ratio is sure to be ferocious, offering unparalleled driving thrills.
While the RB17 is a monster on the track, Red Bull assures it won’t be a beast to own. The car is designed to be surprisingly easy to live with, promising good drivability and user-friendliness.
The RB17 marks a significant moment in the automotive world. It’s a car that pushes boundaries, blurs the lines between hypercar and F1 machine, and injects a healthy dose of Red Bull’s audacious spirit into the high-performance segment.
With only 50 units available, the RB17 is more than a car; it’s a coveted collector’s item and a symbol of the unyielding pursuit of automotive excellence.
