# Concept Electric Race Cars The Audi Vision Gran Turismo is No Longer Just a Conceptual Model By Justin Lam | Published 2018-04-09 | Updated 2018-04-11 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-vision-gran-turismo References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2018/04/09/audi-s-real-life-gran-turismo-car-will-race-at-formula-e/) & [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2018/4/9/17214876/audi-etron-vision-gran-turismo-concept) Originally created for the video game Gran Turismo, the [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt) Vision Gran Turismo was never meant to be a reality. But the German automaker has recently decided to surprise fans by announcing the concept vehicle will be competing in the latest racing season of [Formula E](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formula-e-gen4). The vehicle was originally designed in celebration of Gran Turismo's 15th anniversary and was showcased among other concept vehicles designed by multiple car manufacturers. Early pictures of the Audi Vision Gran Turismo are incredibly similar to the original concept, but the real impressive nature of the car lies in its performance specs. The vehicle features all-wheel drive as two 200kW motors power the rear and single motor for the front. This gives the car a power output of 600kW, which roughly translates to 815 horsepower. Weighing in at just over 3,000 pounds, the Vision Gran Turismo is capable of going zero to 60mph in just 2.4 seconds. Image Credit: Audi Communications Motorsport ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Electric Race Cars:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the race car industry by developing high-performance electric race cars. - **Virtual Concept Vehicles:** The creation and integration of virtual concept vehicles in gaming can lead to new opportunities for collaboration and brand exposure. - **Formula E Racing:** The participation of concept vehicles in the Formula E racing season can drive advancements in electric vehicle technology. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive:** The automotive industry can explore opportunities to innovate and produce high-performance electric race cars. - **Gaming:** Gaming industry can collaborate with car manufacturers to create virtual concept vehicles for increased user engagement and brand promotion. - **Electric Vehicle:** Electric vehicle industry can benefit from advancements in technology driven by the inclusion of concept vehicles in Formula E racing. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game-Exclusive Concept Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gran-turismo-7.md) - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Video Game-Like Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milano-vision-gt.md) - [All-Electric Racecar Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ariya-singleseater.md) - [Optimized Aerodynamics EV Racers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-q-etron-e2.md) - [Retro-Inspired Electric Racing Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-s1-hoonitron.md) - [Electrified Classic Saloon Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saloon-car.md) - [Powerful All-Electric Station Wagons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-a6-avant.md) - [Off-Road Electric SUV Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/q6-etron-offroad-concept.md)