No one has ever scrutinized the performance of a Rimac Nevera and considered that it might be underperforming. However, Rimac asserts that the Nevera is a GT that incidentally sets records, not a pure performance vehicle. There was always untapped potential, and now it's being unveiled. Introducing the Rimac Nevera R, boasting 2,107 horsepower, a top speed of 256 miles per hour, lowered stance, reduced weight, and enhanced with wings.
The Nevera R embodies all the characteristics you'd anticipate from a dedicated track machine—it's lighter, more potent, and more concentrated. Building on the foundation of the Nevera, the R already boasted an impressive specification list, but Rimac has significantly enhanced its capabilities. With an additional 193 horsepower, a cutting-edge 108 kWh battery pack, and an undisclosed weight reduction, the Nevera R's acceleration figures are almost laughable. It achieves 0-60 mph in just 1.74 seconds, and 0-124 mph in an astounding 4.38 seconds—roughly equivalent to a standard performance car's 0-60 time. The most astonishing figures are the quarter-mile and 0-186 mph times. It covers 1,320 feet in a mere 8.23 seconds, and reaches 186 mph in just 8.66 seconds. This makes it only the second street car to join the 2,000 horsepower club, following the Koenigsegg Gemera.
However, acceleration is not the whole story. In preparation for record-breaking feats, the Nevera R also receives handling-oriented enhancements. The updated aerodynamic package features a fixed wing, a substantial diffuser, and a deeper front lip. The standard tires are now Michelin Cup 2s, paired with increased camber to enhance lateral grip. The All-Wheel Torque Vectoring system has been recalibrated to leverage the additional mechanical and aerodynamic grip, and the steering system has been refined for improved responsiveness. Lastly, a new generation of carbon ceramic brakes incorporates a silicone matrix layer to boost overall performance.
In summary, these modifications result in a 3.8-second faster lap time around the Nardo Handling Track. Analyzing this: The Nardo Handling Track is 3.8 miles long with a 0.6-mile straightaway, indicating that the Nevera R is one second faster per mile of track. If this logic applies to the Nürburgring, the Nevera R is likely to easily break the seven-minute barrier and potentially challenge the overall record holders. We'll have to wait and watch.
