Bugatti Rimac CEO Mate Rimac personally delivers the very first 2,107HP Nevera R electric hypercar in rare factory handover
Published on Oct 20, 2026 at 9:45 AM (UTC-4)
by Alessandro Renesis
Last updated on Oct 20, 2026 at 9:45 AM (UTC-4)
Edited by
Mason Jones
Bugatti-Rimac CEO Mate Rimac personally delivered the first Rimac Nevera R to its lucky owner.
The delivery ceremony took place directly at the company’s factory, where Bugatti-Rimac CEO Mate Rimacpersonally handed over the keys to the proud new owner.
Production of this extreme variant is strictly limited to just 40 units worldwide.
And now there’s a question everyone’s asking.
The key differences between the Nevera R and the standard Nevera
Visually and aerodynamically, the Nevera R distinguishes itself with a much more aggressive stance than its predecessor.
The front end features a completely reworked nose section, a prominent front splitter, and upgraded cooling intakes.
At the rear, the hypercar sports a much larger fixed rear wing and a central support pylon designed to maximize downforce.
The hypercar also rides on high-performance Michelin Cup 2 tires, which it needs because the quad-motor setup delivers 2,107 horsepower.
And you definitely need good tires when you learn the Nevera R does 0-60 in 1.74 seconds and has a top speed in excess of 400KM/H – 256MPH.
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We need to talk about money
The Rimac Nevera R has a starting price of €2.3 million – approximately $2.5 million or £2.3 million.
But, as we all know, there’s no such thing as a standard Nevera R because there’s no such thing as a standard luxury car.
These cars are always modified because, understandably, if you’re spending over $2 million on a car, you want to be unique.
To be fair, the Nevera belongs to the elite group of EVs that do not depreciate.
When it first came out, it cost around $2+ million.
Today, well-maintained or unique delivery-mileage examples still command around $2 million.
What’s next for the Rimac Nevera R?
There’s a key question people are asking: What now?
Mate Rimac has often maintained that electric power is simply a means to achieve peak performance, not an end in itself.
He also revealed that he briefly considered radical technology like cold-gas thrusters (similar to the proposed Tesla Roadster) for a potential Nevera successor.
However, that project was put on the back burner while Bugatti-Rimac prioritized developing the bespoke V16 engine for the Tourbillon.
Clearly, whether due to personal preference or market demand, Rimac seems completely comfortable not rushing a direct successor into production as the original hypercar nears the end of its run.
Alessandro is an automotive journalist with 10 years of experience covering supercars, automotive history, emerging vehicle technology, and luxury transportation. He wrote the first article published on SupercarBlondie.com when the website launched in 2022 and has since built a reputation for insightful reporting across the automotive and transportation industries. His expertise is grounded in hands-on experience. Alessandro has driven every Tesla model ever produced, from the original Roadster to the Cybertruck, and regularly covers the latest developments in electric vehicles and automotive innovation. His passion for transportation extends beyond cars, he has even flown a Boeing 787 Dreamliner simulator in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His reporting spans everything from classic American muscle cars and rare automotive discoveries to luxury yachts, private aircraft, high-end watches, and cutting-edge vehicle technology. Known for his deep knowledge of automotive history and ability to uncover the stories behind iconic vehicles, Alessandro brings readers a blend of historical context, technical expertise, and first-hand experience.
