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Mattel and Audi Add RS2 Avant and R8 LMS GT3 to Buildable Hot Wheels Line as Preorders Open

Preorders are live on Amazon with wider availability expected in October.

Overview

  • The collaboration brings two Audi models to the Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels range: the road-going RS2 Avant and the track-focused R8 LMS GT3.
  • The RS2 Avant joins the Speed Series at 1:32 scale with roughly 200–300 pieces and a price around €24.99 or $22.
  • The R8 LMS GT3 arrives in the Elite Series at 1:16 scale with detailed moving parts, with reports listing about 820 to 920 pieces and pricing near €49.99, $54, or MXN 1,299.
  • Each set includes an exclusive 1:64 Hot Wheels die-cast matching the buildable model.
  • Highlighted features on the R8 include a functional steering wheel, opening doors and hood, a visible 5.2-liter V10, and livery referencing Audi racing history, while Checo Pérez promoted the launch on Instagram.