Ruf Automobile joins the growing interest in fast off-roaders with the release of its 2025 Ruf Rodeo. It features Ruf’s signature retro-styled chassis and is inspired by a 2020 concept vehicle.
The Rodeo is specifically engineered for off-road use. It features a double-wishbone, pushrod suspension with electronically adjustable shocks and a ground clearance of 9.5 inches, enabling easy driving on dirt roads. Power can go to all four wheels with its turbocharged 3.6-liter flat-six engine that produces 610 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque and takes the coupe to 155 mph. This power can be split between the front and rear using a screen in the cabin, which enables limited-slip differentials at each end or maximum gliding. Stopping power is achieved with the car’s 13.8-inch cross-drilled carbon ceramic brakes.
The Rodeo looks like the 964 911, but it’s built using the carbon fiber monocoque body and chassis of Ruf’s CTR Anniversary and SCR road-going coupes. It has unique elements such as custom bumpers featuring air intake slots up front and integrated exhaust ports in the rear, huge boxy fender flares, and Goodyear all-terrain tires mounted on forged center-lock wheels. The car also includes a ducktail spoiler and metal-finish roof rails. Other styling details include a black Alcantara interior and a nameplate in a Western filigree style.
Although we don’t have specifics on when the Rodeo will hit the market or its price tag, it’s safe to say it’ll be both exclusive and pricey. Interested customers can get this vehicle in a range of colors, including orange, olive green, blue, brown, and burgundy red. For more information, visit the Ruf Automobile website.
