Red Bull RB17: the hypercar from F1
- Published on 07/01/2026 8:46
- Modified on 07/01/2026 8:48
Red Bull unveils the first official images of the RB17, a radical hypercar designed by Adrian Newey, conceived as a Formula 1 for private drivers.
The Red Bull RB17 has just passed a key milestone in its development with the release this week of its first official images in a configuration very close to the final version. It is no longer just an engineering project, but a fully realized hypercar, designed for the track and directly inspired by Red Bull’s expertise in Formula 1.
Developed by Red Bull Advanced Technologies and envisioned by Adrian Newey, the RB17 clearly carries the DNA of championship-winning single-seaters. Its design is dictated by aerodynamics: a plunging nose, narrow cockpit, sculpted air intakes, highly refined flat bottom, and a massive rear wing. Every surface seems to serve a precise purpose: to generate maximum downforce, without aesthetic compromise.
The ultimate connection to the track
Under this spectacular body lies a 4.5-liter atmospheric V10, developed with Cosworth, capable of revving up to 15,000 RPM. It is paired with an electric motor, bringing the total power to over 1,200 horsepower. A technical specification deliberately counter to current trends, betting on mechanical emotion, sound, and raw performance rather than heavy hybridization or total electrification.
The RB17 is strictly reserved for track use. Its weight, announced below 900 kg, and its level of aerodynamic downforce promise performance close to that of a real Formula 1, while remaining accessible to non-professional drivers thanks to assistance systems calibrated for the track.
Produced in only 50 units, the Red Bull RB17 will be offered at a price of around 6 million dollars. Customers will benefit from an exclusive program including technical support, simulator training, and supervised track days.
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With the RB17, Red Bull is not looking to compete with traditional hypercars: the brand is making a radical statement of intent, transforming its competition know-how into an exceptional machine, as extreme as it is exclusive.
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This page is translated from the original post "Red Bull RB17 : l’hypercar venue de la F1" in French.
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