Red Bull has officially revealed the final design of its first-ever hypercar, the RB17, ahead of its planned sale later this year—and it looks every bit as extreme as expected. First previewed in mid-2024, the RB17 has now evolved into a sharper, more aggressive production-ready machine that fully reflects the company’s Formula One expertise and obsession with outright speed.
Designed with a singular purpose in mind, the RB17 is engineered to be brutally fast on track. Compared to the early prototype, the finalized version appears tighter, more aerodynamic, and even more focused. Every line and surface serves a functional role, reinforcing the car’s identity as a no-compromise performance weapon rather than a road-going showpiece.
At the front, the RB17 features a cleaner yet highly aggressive nose, with slim LED headlights seamlessly integrated into sculpted carbon fiber bodywork. Like modern endurance and track-focused hypercars, airflow management dictates the entire exterior design. Along the sides, deep aerodynamic channels carve through the body, directing air toward massive rear cooling zones. A roof-mounted intake feeds air directly into the mid-mounted engine, while a large central fin—clearly inspired by Le Mans prototypes—adds stability at extreme speeds.
Despite being strictly track-only, the RB17 includes essential components such as side mirrors and a windshield wiper, suggesting this version is closer to final production than ever before. Inside, Red Bull has stripped away anything unnecessary. There are no touchscreens or digital distractions—only physical controls, race-focused ergonomics, and a cockpit designed entirely around lap times, driver visibility, and precision.
Powering the RB17 is a naturally aspirated 4.5-liter V10 developed by Cosworth, capable of revving to an astonishing 15,000 rpm. On its own, the engine produces approximately 1,000 horsepower, while an integrated electric motor contributes an additional 200 horsepower, bringing total output to a staggering 1,200 hp. Power is sent exclusively to the rear wheels through a six-speed sequential gearbox, paired with a hydraulically locking active limited-slip differential. The hybrid system also handles reverse gear duties, underscoring the car’s motorsport-driven engineering.
Production of the RB17 will be limited to just 50 units worldwide. Although pricing has not yet been disclosed, it’s safe to assume the RB17 will command a multi-million-dollar price tag. With final testing already underway, Red Bull’s most extreme creation appears to be only months away from becoming a reality for a very select group of owners.
