Daring, yes, because it is enterprising and continues the path set by the Revuelto towards the electrification of the brand. Daring also for the new stylistic choices, in a way less extreme compared to the latest Lamborghini models, yet still innovative. Daring because, yes, the Lamborghini Temerario (which means “Daring” in Italian) forgoes the naturally aspirated V10 engine of its predecessor, the Huracan, in favor of a new formula that still promises plenty of fun.
Lamborghini describes it as a “high-performance electrified vehicle,” a technological revolution for the historic Italian company: it combines a 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine with three electric motors, producing a total of 920 horsepower, 0-100 km/h in 2.7 seconds, and a top speed of 340 km/h, surpassing the Huracan and making you not miss the old V10 too much.
A newly designed engine
The V8 engine of the Lamborghini Temerario was entirely designed from scratch, with a 90-degree V configuration and a flat-plane crankshaft, supported by two turbochargers operating at a maximum pressure of 36 psi. The components are made of cast aluminum, the connecting rods are titanium, contributing to keeping the weight down, while the DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating ensures the engine can reach an incredible 10,000 rpm.
The three oil-cooled electric motors integrate perfectly with the V8. The first and most powerful is positioned between the engine and the eight-speed transverse dual-clutch gearbox, with a power output of 150 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque.
The other two motors are located on the front axle and power the front wheels, each with an output of 82 HP. Thanks to this configuration, the Temerario offers all-wheel drive, but with a new “Drift Mode” function that allows the torque to be distributed to the rear wheels at three different power levels.
Regarding the battery, it has a capacity of 3.8 kWh and can be recharged in 30 minutes with 7 kW AC power. The battery also recharges through regenerative braking or the V8 engine in just 6 minutes. The car allows for electric driving, but don’t expect long ranges (perhaps around 10-15 km). Lamborghini has not yet released official range figures.
Evolving design
Speaking of design, the front represents an evolution of the outgoing Huracan, with thin but wide headlights placed at the corners of the hood and hexagonal LED daytime running lights just below, on the sides of the front bumper. The wheels are 20 and 21 inches, forged or in carbon fiber. At the rear, it draws inspiration from the Revuelto, with hexagonal taillights and high-mounted exhaust pipes, at the same height as the light clusters, creating a very dramatic appearance.
In profile, the Lamborghini Temerario appears less streamlined than the Huracan, but this is only an illusion: it has a larger air intake in front of the rear wheels, which improves downforce by 103% compared to the Huracan Evo. Additionally, the available Alleggerita package in the launch edition increases downforce by 158% compared to the Huracan Evo, reducing weight by 25 kg compared to the standard version, and by an additional 2 kg with the Carbon Pack, which uses carbon fiber for the rear diffuser, mirror caps, and side air intakes.
Under the body, the Temerario adopts a new lightweight chassis, entirely in aluminum, unlike the mixed aluminum and carbon fiber structure of the Huracán. This choice results in a 50% reduction in material usage, 80% fewer hot-welded joints, and a 20% increase in torsional rigidity, helping to keep the overall weight in check.
Inside, the Lamborghini Temerario features a cockpit-style interior, rich in hexagonal elements. Headroom has increased by 3.3 cm compared to the Huracán, while legroom has grown by up to 4.5 cm. Lamborghini claims that even an NBA player standing 2 meters tall could wear a helmet inside this car without any issues.
The dashboard is dominated by a vertical 8.4-inch touch screen, while the driver has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The passenger, on the other hand, has a slightly smaller 9.1-inch touchscreen display.