2011 Geneva Motor Show: Ruf Rt 12R

The German tuning specialists RUF are ready with their new model called Rt 12 R – based on the latest Porsche 911. The car is exhibited in Geneva and will definitely catch the attention of the audience.

The RT 12 (for 12th generation of RUF-tuned 911 Turbos) has received a power boost for the R model, taking its output to 730hp and torque to 693lb ft. The car receives a prominent rear wing similar to the one fitted to the GT3 RSR race car, and also gets a carbon fibre bonnet and front bumper. Inside, a new grade of steel has been used for the integral roll cage saving 8kg and the interior is stripped of luxuries.

With an overall dry curb weight of 3,295 pounds, the Rt 12 R will hustle to 62 mph in under 4.0 seconds and go all the way to reach a top speed of more than 230 mph.

On the outside RUF details this racer with carbon components including a rear spoiler, bonnet and front mudguards. Also part of the outfitting are lightweight doors made of aluminum and side and rear windows out of plastic. Optional is the carbon roof.

The twin-turbo boxer engine with 3.8 liter engine provides 537 kW (730 hp) with maximum torque of 940 Nm. Power is transmitted via a six-speed manual transmission, four-wheel drive provides maximum driving dynamics. The weight-optimized R, with details of the racing, is ideal for racing. The suspension is adjustable.

The price of the RUF Rt 12 R is set at €279,000 or about US$386,400 at today’s exchange rates.




Press Release

The Rt 12 family has grown.

RUF presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2011 (03 - 13 March), the brand new Rt 12 R. The twin-turbo boxer engine with 3.8 liter engine provides 537 kW (730 hp) with maximum torque of 940 Nm. Power is transmitted via a six-speed manual transmission, four-wheel drive provides maximum driving dynamics. The weight-optimized R, with details of the racing, is ideal for racing. The suspension is adjustable.

Technical data:

Coupé body
Carbon rear spoiler
Lightweight front mudguard with carbon
Carbon bonnet
Carbon-roof option
Lightweight aluminum doors with door panels
Rear and side windows made of plastic
Carbon bucket seats
In the headliner integrated roll cage with cross brace (IRC)
Ceramic brakes, front disc diameter 380 mm, rear 350 mm
Forged aluminum wheels with central locking, front 9J x 19, Rear 12J x 19
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup, front 245/35 ZR 19, rear 325/30 ZR 19

Six-cylinder bi-turbo boxer engine
Capacity 3.8 l
Power 537 kW (730 hp) at 7,000 rpm
Maximum torque 940 Nm at 3,500 rpm
Six-speed manual transmission
Four-wheel drive (rear wheel drive optional)
Maximum speed of 370 km / h
Kerb weight DIN 1495 kg

Price: 279.000,00 € (plus VAT)