2023 heralds the 60th anniversary of this very special Italian supercar brand. The list of names is legendary and includes the now ageing Aventador. That’s why it is being replaced by this new generation model, the Revuelto. That’s it in our images and, surprise, surprise, it is a hybrid. That’s right, even at this level electricity is now a feature. Still, we can expect this car to be somewhat more lively than your average mainstream motor. What else could you expect from a prestige name like Lamborghini?
On The Outside
The Revuelto stays constant to the exclusive Lamborghini design ethos but establishes an entirely new stylistic language, says the company. It links with the iconic and legendary Lamborghini V12 cars of the past throughout the new shape, while the new proportions open the door towards our electric future.
The Revuelto is based on a new aeronautics-inspired chassis, the 'monofuselage'. As well as a monocoque made entirely of multi-technology carbon fibre, the perfect proportions are developed on a single longitudinal line; in fact, this car was responsible for creating a new pure and essential style ‘contextualized in the Space Age era’ including the vertically-opening scissor doors. The new car also defers to the inimitable proportions of the legendary bygone Diablo with the floating blade on the rear bumper (fender), while the muscularity and inclined front end is reminiscent of the Murcielago.
The shark-nose section modelling of the broad carbon-fibre bonnet (hood) conveys a sense of power and speed. This is matched by the headlamp clusters with Y-shape daytime running lights, a distinctive stylistic feature of contemporary Lamborghini design and framed by aerodynamic blades that connect the splitter to the bonnet (hood) itself. The side fins, located behind the front wheel arches, channel the airflow along the sides and the pronounced concavities of the doors to the side air intakes, which feature sharp edges that echo the arrows on the front. Lamborghini know a thing or two about aerodynamics, in short.
The roof combines more interior headroom with aesthetic qualities and specific aerodynamic functions. The recessed profile channels air to the rear wing but at the same time allows more headroom in the cabin for both the driver and passenger.
On The Inside
'Sustainability' (that word again) continues throughout the car's interior, reflecting the company's attention to avoiding waste that has become the modus operandi of the Lamborghini business and indeed the motor industry in general. This includes upholstery materials, cut using the latest-generation machinery which limits waste as much as possible without affecting the craftsmanship and embroidery processes, in which 'hand-made' continues as a point of excellence within the Lamborghini brand.
The cabin is characterised by the presence of visible carbon fibre, used on the dashboard, in the hexagonal air vents and to frame the dashboard and central vents. The upholstery combines fine leathers with a new ultralight microfibre fabric made of recycled polyester via a water-based production process. The fortunate buyers can customise the interior of this vehicle to their heart’s content.
With the Revuelto, Lamborghini begin a new immersive, shared driving experience, where pilot and co-pilot can simultaneously view the same information on the displays located in the 12.3 inch digital cockpit on the driver's side and on the 9.1 inch display installed on the passenger-side dashboard. This new car also introduces the "swipe" function in a Lamborghini, allowing the driver and passenger to move applications and information from the central display to the side displays with the same intuitive ease as using a smartphone. The three digital screens not only respond to the need for stylistic cleanness that enabled most of the physical buttons to be eliminated, but implement new features that allow the driver to concentrate fully on driving, just as in a race car.
The steering wheel was inspired by the racing world and the four rotors located on the spokes are used for selecting both the driving modes and the car's lifting system ( to counter those dreaded speed bumps) and rear wing tilt. The intuitive design of the cockpit and controls deliver a distinctive Lamborghini feeling: Buttons are used to activate the turn signals and the launch control among other functions, while allowing the driver to maintain an optimal grip on the steering wheel at all times. Navigation also incorporates real-time traffic information, weather, and other integrated information, such as an online bank of continuously updated points of interest including parking spaces, petrol stations and charging point availability.
The Power
The car showcases an unprecedented layout and power-train. The naturally-aspirated 6.5 litre V12 mid-mounted engine is complemented by three electric motors, one of which is integrated into the new double-clutch eight-speed gearbox. This is mounted transversely and placed for the first time behind the combustion engine. In what has been the transmission tunnel since the days of the Countach, there is a lithium-ion battery instead, which powers the electric motors.
The electric motors boost power delivery at low revs and can also turn the new Revuelto into a purely electric car, reducing overall CO² emissions by 30%. The Revuelto retains one of Lamborghini's strongest traditions: four-wheel drive. As well as the internal combustion engine that provides power to the rear wheels, a pair of electric motors now make their debut on the front axle, each supplying traction to one of the front wheels. There's also a third electric motor positioned above the eight-speed double-clutch gearbox that can supply power to the rear wheels, depending on the selected driving mode and the conditions.
When the charge drops down to zero it can be recharged using both ordinary domestic alternating current up to 7 kW in power, and completely recharges in just 30 minutes. It can also be recharged under regenerative braking from the front wheels or directly from the V12 engine in just six minutes.
Further announcements are to come on this spectacular new prestige supercar; in the meantime, find out more about our comprehensive VAT-free service and how to import Lamborghini cars from the UK to New Zealand, Kenya and other global destinations.
