Alpine A110 R Ultime: A Beast Unleashed at the 'Ring

The Alpine A110 R Ultime has dazzled the automotive world by slashing a full 20 seconds off its predecessor's Nürburgring time, finishing in an astonishing 7 minutes and 15 seconds. This remarkable achievement places it 18 seconds faster than the BMW G87 M2, and it nearly matches the venerable Lexus LFA Nürburgring Package. So, what's behind these phenomenal improvements?

Aerodynamic Advancements

- Enhanced Aerodynamics: The Ultime features new carbon elements and strategically placed inlets and scoops on its bonnet and bumpers.
- Increased Downforce: These enhancements provide an additional 160kg of downforce over the standard R model.

Power and Precision

- Engine Upgrades: A larger turbocharger boosts its power and torque to 345bhp and 310lb ft.
- High-Speed Performance: The enhanced powertrain propels the Ultime to 62mph in just 3.8 seconds.

The Cost of Speed

All this innovation comes at a significant price—£276,000 for the ultimate, fully-equipped ‘La Bleue’ variant. For speed enthusiasts, is it worth the investment?

  

Summary: The Alpine A110 R Ultime is an engineering marvel, combining state-of-the-art aerodynamics and power to conquer the Nürburgring with unparalleled finesse. Despite its outstanding performance, the high price raises the ultimate question of value. Is unrivaled speed worth the cost?