Ariel Nomad R
A tarmac-focused, sequential-shifting evolution of the off-road Nomad, powered by a high-revving Honda Type R engine.
- Power
- 335 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 2.9 s
- Top speed
- 121 mph
- Est. value
- $100k–$135k
About the Ariel Nomad R
The Ariel Nomad R is a limited-edition variant designed to trade some of the standard car's off-road prowess for extreme tarmac performance. It replaces the usual 2.4-litre Honda engine with the high-revving 2.0-litre K20Z3 unit from the Atom 3.5, paired with a Sadev six-speed sequential gearbox. The chassis features 18-inch wheels with Yokohama A052 tyres and revised Bilstein dampers, resulting in a vehicle that behaves like a rear-wheel-drive rally car on asphalt. Only 50 units were produced, making it one of the rarest and most aggressive iterations of the Nomad platform.
Ariel Nomad R specs
The Ariel Nomad R produces 335 bhp (250 kW) and 330 Nm (243 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of 121 mph (195 km/h).
| Make | Ariel |
|---|---|
| Model | Nomad R |
| Trim | 2.0 Supercharged |
| Years | 2020–2021 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Off-roader |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 50 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre supercharged inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,998 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Supercharged |
| Power | 335 bhp (250 kW) at 7,600 rpm |
| Torque | 330 Nm (243 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 8,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 2.9 s |
| Top speed | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed sequential |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 670 kg (1,477 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 500 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Ariel Nomad R worth?
A typical Ariel Nomad R is estimated to be worth $100,000 – $135,000 (about £75,000 – £101,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Ariel Nomad R rarity in CarSpot
The Ariel Nomad R is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Ariel Nomad R fun facts
- The Nomad R uses a Sadev six-speed sequential gearbox similar to those found in full-spec rally cars, allowing for clutchless upshifts in just 40 milliseconds.
- Unlike the standard Nomad, the R features a rear-mounted radiator to improve cooling during high-speed tarmac use and to protect it from debris.
- The 2.0-litre supercharged engine produces 335 bhp, which in a 670 kg car results in a power-to-weight ratio of 500 bhp per tonne.