Lamborghini Revuelto
A lot has happened in the last 12 years. From the uprise of Tesla, to the announcements of petrol-powered restrictions, this past decade-and-a-bit has been a wild ride for the automotive industry. We saw the production of some truly incredible cars, making the most out of what could be the last ten years of petroleum supremacy. At the 2011 Geneva Motorshow, Lamborghini launched the Aventador. The flagship V12-powered supercar saw many iterations, from the original Roadster in 2015. to the SV in 2016, 2017's S, the SVJ in 2018 and the Ultimae in 2021. Each variation had their perks, and Lamborghini covered all areas of power, luxury and aerodynamics throughout the range. However, 12 years is a long lifespan for a car to hold, and the time has finally come to say goodbye to the Aventador.
So say hello to the Revuelto. A "new benchmark in performance, on-board technology, and driving pleasure", the Revuelto is Lamborghini's most advanced and powerful car ever made. Lamborghini calls it a HPEV, abbreviated for a 'high performance electrified vehicle'. There are three e-motors present; two located on the front axle, and another integrated into the all-new, eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. The e-motors play a part in optimising balance, supplying an electric boost of over 140kW, and increasing torque among multiple other actions.
While incorporating the electric power system, Lamborghini has still left room for the almighty V12, in the form of an all-new 6.5 litre engine capable of revving all the way to 9,500 and produces 814 horsepower on its own. Not dismissing that there has been an abundance of changes within However, there has been multiple changes within the system resulting in more power and higher levels of efficiency. The most dramatic change comes with a 180˚ rotation of the engine; essential to accommodate for the new 8-speed gearbox. Furthermore, a new exhaust and intake system reduces backpressure and increases air flow into the engine. Paired with the electric system, the Revuelto packs an almighty 1,001 horsepower, sending it to a top speed just shy of 350km/h and sprints to 100km/h in a mere 2.5 seconds. Safe to say: it's one incredibly quick piece of kit.
On top of the upgrades to the engine and power, the Aventador replacement comes stacked with aerodynamic improvements also. Using an active-aero system, 66% more downforce is produced than the predecessor. The main adjustments take place in the splitter, rear wing and diffuser, with air channelled through the car and over the pop-up wing present above the centre-exit exhaust. In terms of aerodynamical technology, an all-new updated version of the Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo (LDVI) system is present, which takes advantage of the cars gravitational balance to monitor body roll and other movements in the car. All of which can be adjusted through the abundance of driving modes; 13 to choose from. The variety ranges from all electric Città mode limited to 180hp, to the familiar Corsa mode which releases all 1000+ horses.
The exterior design of the Revuelto simply shouts 'Lamborghini'. It couldn't be any more outrageous if it tried. Is this a bad thing? I think not. It's what the brand is all about. Flamboyant, aggressive, unnecessary and rowdy is in Lamborghini's DNA. The Revuelto certainly copped a lot of this DNA, with some of the most extravagant design in a road-going supercar ever. Just take a look at it. Yep, a good, long look. To be frank, when I first saw the rear design, specifically the exhaust placement and the mammoth-scale sweeping diffuser, I wasn't an admirer, however as time has passed, I don't think Lamborghini could have made this any greater. The fighter-jet inspired ventilation and sharp angled bodywork is perfection in any specification, with the snake-tongue style headlights and taillights shining through the pearlescent paintwork. I have to admit, I myself had a play around on the Lamborghini configurator; where, thanks to the Ad Personam Program, their are some truly interesting hues to choose from. I settled for two variants of the Revuelto - Verde Turbine accentuating the fighterjet styled design, and Amaranto for a more diverse spec. Both configurations were topped off with Bronze diamond cut Altanero rims, with stripes on rear diffuser in Bronzo Oreadi. Interior? Contrast colour package with Bronzo and Rosso Alala stitching. Perfection.
Price: $850,000- 950,000 AUD
