Pagani Huayra R Evo is an Open-top Hypercar with 888bhp, and It Should Already be Your Wallpaper

Almost three years ago, Pagani unveiled the track-focused Huayra R with an 838bhp, 6.0-litre, V12 engine that revs to 9,000rpm. Now, the Italian hypercar maker has unleashed a new one, which is powered by the upgraded and enhanced V12-R Evo engine cranking out 888bhp (900hp) at 8,750rpm and 770Nm of peak torque at 5,800-8,200rpm, with a redline at 9,200rpm. Thanks to a new trumpet design for the intake manifold, new camshafts, and a revised exhaust system, the ultimate track hypercar reflects an increase of 50bhp and 20Nm. Manufactured in collaboration with HWA AG, a subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz, the engine comes mated to a six-speed non-synchronised dog-ring sequential gearbox. Weighing 80 kilograms, the gearbox features a three-sintered metal disc racing clutch.

Pagani Huayra R Evo: Aerodynamics

A pair of pop-out roof panels help the hypercar with its aerodynamics. Pagani says that the Huayra R Evo generates 45 per cent more downforce than the base car, with a 21 per cent increase in aerodynamic efficiency. Despite the weight (dry) of the car being 1,060 kilograms, the aerodynamic load is claimed to be the 'greatest'. At 320km/h (199 mph), in a lowered setup, the vehicle produces more vertical aerodynamic load than its said weight. 

Pagani Huayra R Evo: Hardware

Built around a new carbon-titanium monocoque chassis – into which seats are integrated – the Pagani Huayra R Evo uses double-wishbone suspension made of forged aluminium alloy, helical springs, and electronically controlled active shock absorbers. Courtesy of the new heave damper system, the suspension setup is said to offer improved stability and precision. 

Meanwhile, the braking hardware consists of new CCM-R self-ventilated carbon ceramic brakes paired with bespoke racing pads. The car rolls on Pirelli P Zero Slick tyres measuring 280/680 R19 at the front and 345/725 R20 at the rear, and is claimed to have a top speed of 351km/h. 

Pagani Huayra R Evo: Exterior

Paying homage to 1960s race cars, the Huayra R Evo follows the 'codalunga' (long-tail) concept, with the front splitter extending forward by 101mm. Meanwhile, the rear section is about 190mm longer than the standard Huayra R, with a central stabilising fin aiding the rear wing and the integrated supports. 

The Huayra R Evo's body uses the same carbon fibre as the Utopia, which is Pagani's third product following the Zonda and Huayra. The carbon fibre, according to the company, contributes to a 38 per cent increase in stiffness at the same weight. The new track hypercar is the brainchild of Horacio Pagani, Founder & Chief Designer of Pagani Automobili. The idea to design the open-top Evo with polycarbonate surfaces struck him during a Formula Indy race in Nashville. It took about two years to complete the hypercar.

Pagani Huayra R Evo: Interior

On the inside, the Pagani Huayra R Evo features seats with a six-point harness and carbon-fibre headrests. Pagani says the seats are covered in fireproof material.