Lamborghini has introduced the Temerario, the successor to its Huracán supercar. With fewer cylinders but more power and driving fun, the new model aims to balance customer desires with regulatory demands.
Lamborghini’s latest creation, the Temerario, represents a significant shift for the Italian automaker as it replaces the Huracán. The new supercar reduces engine displacement by dropping two cylinders in favor of hybrid power, resulting in an exhilarating driving experience. The Temerario continues the mid-engine styling of its predecessor but brings a fresh design and advanced technology.
Jet-inspired design and mid-engine style
Visually, the Temerario remains true to the typical mid-engine layout of its predecessor. The car sits extremely low to the ground, with a short front hood and a prominent rear housing for the engine, complete with large air intakes. The headlights are even slimmer than before, and the new hexagon-shaped daytime running lights add a modern touch. The interior maintains a jet pilot-inspired cockpit, offering digital screens alongside traditional buttons and switches. Sports seats come standard, with optional upgrades including 18-way adjustable climate seats or carbon-fiber shells to enhance comfort and dynamics.
Electrified powertrain with 920 PS
The most significant innovation in the Temerario is its electrified powertrain. The traditional V10 naturally aspirated engine is replaced by a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, which alone produces 800 PS—more than the 5.2-liter engine it replaces. Additionally, three electric motors, each delivering 110 kW (150 PS), provide extra torque and eliminate any turbo lag. Two of these motors power the front axle, transforming the coupé into an all-wheel-drive vehicle. Lamborghini has meticulously tuned this complex powertrain to deliver the linear power output of a naturally aspirated engine, combined with the immense force of a turbocharged unit. Altogether, the Temerario boasts 920 PS, nearly 300 PS more than its predecessor.
0-100 km/h in 2.7 seconds
The Temerario surpasses the Huracán in terms of performance as well. With its standard eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, the car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds, up to 0.5 seconds faster than before. The top speed has increased from 325 km/h to a blistering 343 km/h.
The new V8 engine also features a high rev limit of 10,000 RPM, a characteristic usually reserved for racing engines. This extreme operating speed contributes to the Temerario’s unique crescendo sound, which is not only audible but also felt through the seat.
Despite its high-performance credentials, Lamborghini’s engineers promise that the Temerario can be quiet and subdued in urban environments. However, the car’s electric-only range will likely be minimal, as the battery housed in the central tunnel has a capacity of just 3.8 kWh. The company has not yet provided fuel consumption figures or an emissions-free range estimate.
Prices expected to rise
The new Lamborghini Temerario is expected to hit the market later this year. Prices will likely exceed those of the current Huracán, which starts at around €240,000, due to the increased technical complexity. A price tag of around €300,000 is anticipated. A Roadster version of the Temerario is expected to follow.
