Usually, when we talk about the RUF the first model that comes to mind is the CTR, better known as the “Yellow Bird”. However, the portfolio of the German construction company is much broader and its latest prototype, the RUF Rodeo Concept.
Inspired by the Porsche 911 Safaris that faced some of the most demanding rallies in the world, the RUF Rodeo Concept seems to be the ideal option for all Porsche fans who need to go off-road and don't want to know about the Cayenne or the Macan.
Developed based on the carbon fiber monocoque used by the RUF CTR, the Rodeo Concept also has a roll cage and its presentation was scheduled, as expected, for this year's Geneva Motor Show.
At the rear of the RUF Rodeo Concept is a shovel.
More than an adventurous look
With extra LED headlamps, cowhide, a roof rack to carry more luggage and not even missing a shovel on the rear bonnet, the RUF Rodeo Concept doesn't hide its adventurous ambitions.
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Now, to ensure that the Rodeo Concept is not just “out of sight”, the RUF has equipped it with an all-wheel drive system (which allows you to select the percentage of power we want to send to the front wheels), a higher suspension and tires specially designed for when driving on “bad roads”.
As for mechanics, the RUF Rodeo Concept has a six-speed manual gearbox and can be equipped with an atmospheric flat-six engine with around 500 hp or a flat-six turbo engine.
For now, the RUF Rodeo Concept is just a prototype, however, we were not surprised that the German manufacturer decided to produce some units to order.