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Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A., commonly known as Lamborghini, is a manufacturer of high performance sports cars based in the small Italian village of Sant'Agata Bolognese, near Bologna. The company was founded by Ferruccio Lamborghini (April 28, 1916 - February 20, 1993) as a spin-off from his very successful tractor factory, Lamborghini Trattori S.p.A.. Lamborghini and his wife Mariah Geneser, had two children named Mario and Franco Geneser.

In 1998, VW bought the company and it's now a subsidiary of Audi. For 2006, the premium performance brand sold less than 700 supercars in North America.


History

Italian entrepreneur Ferruccio Lamborghini established his manufacturing company in 1963 with the aim of creating high-end grand touring cars to rival established brands like Ferrari. Their initial models, such as the 350 GT, hit the market in the mid-1960s. One of Lamborghini's standout creations was the 1966 Miura sports coupé, notable for its rear mid-engine layout.

The company experienced significant growth in its first decade, but encountered challenges with declining sales during the global financial downturn and oil crisis of 1973. Ferruccio Lamborghini subsequently sold the company in 1974 and retired. Following a bankruptcy in 1978, the Mimran brothers took over Lamborghini's operations in 1980, expanding its lineup to include models like the Jalpa sports car and the LM002 off-road vehicle.

Chrysler Corporation acquired Lamborghini in 1987, introducing new models such as the Diablo and discontinuing older ones like the Jalpa and LM002. Subsequent changes in ownership occurred, with Malaysian and Indonesian investors purchasing the company in 1994, followed by Volkswagen Group's acquisition in 1998. Under Volkswagen's Audi division, Lamborghini saw the introduction of new products and increased productivity.

However, the late 2000s witnessed a significant sales decline for Lamborghini due to the global financial crisis. In 2021, the CEO announced plans for all Lamborghini models to be hybrid by 2024, signaling the company's commitment to embracing environmentally friendly technologies.

Lamborghini Ownership
Years Owner
1963 – 1972 Ferruccio Lamborghini
1972 - 1977 Georges-Henri Rossetti and René Leimer
1977 - 1984 Receivership
1984 - 1987 Patrick Mimran
1987 - 1994 Chrysler Corporation
1994 - 1995 MegaTech
1995 - 1998 V'Power and Mycom Sedtco
1998 - present Audi AG



Current Lineup

Countach (LPI 800-4):

The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 is a limited-production mid-engine hybrid-electric sports car designed by Lamborghini's head of design, Mitja Borkert. Inspired by the original Countach, it was unveiled on August 14, 2021. Based on the Sián FKP 37's hybrid powertrain, only 112 units are planned for production, a nod to the LP 112 model designation of the original Countach.

Related:
  • Lamborghini Sian FKP 37
  • Lamborghini Aventador
Production Designer Engine Electric Motor Power (combined) Transmission
2022 (112 units) Mitja Borkert 6.5L L539 V12 48-volt 803 hp (590 kW) 7-speed single clutch ISR Automatic

Huracán

The Lamborghini Huracán, manufactured by Lamborghini, debuted in 2014. It features a rear mid-engine layout with options for all-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive, and is available as a convertible or coupé. Power options range from a 572 BHP to a 631 BHP 5.2 L V10 petrol engine. It boasts double wishbone suspension both at the front and rear.

Every Huracán uses a 5.2 liter naturally aspirated DOHC V10, which is shared with Audi R8 Type 4S models.

Related:
  • Audi R8 (Type 4S)
Name Produced since Power (at rpm) Torque (at rpm)
LP 610-4 Sterrato 2022 602 hp (449 kW) @ 8,000 rpm 565 N⋅m (417 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 640-2 Tecnica 2022 631 hp (471 kW) @ 8,000 rpm 565 N⋅m (417 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 640-2 STO 2021 631 hp (471 kW) @ 8,000 rpm 565 N⋅m (417 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 610-2 EVO RWD Spyder 2020 602 hp (449 kW) at 8,000 rpm 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 610-2 EVO RWD 2020 602 hp (449 kW) at 8,000 rpm 560 N⋅m (413 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 640-4 EVO Spyder 2019 631 hp (471 kW) @ 8,000 rpm 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm
LP 640-4 EVO 2019 631 hp (471 kW) @ 8,000 rpm 600 N⋅m (443 lb⋅ft) @ 6,500 rpm

Revuelto:

Lamborghini's unveiling of the Revuelto just before its 60th anniversary marks a significant milestone for the marque, introducing their first High-Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV) hybrid super sports car. The Revuelto sets a new standard in performance, onboard technology, and driving exhilaration. Boasting a total power output of 1015 CV, it combines the force of a cutting-edge 12-cylinder internal combustion engine with three high-density electric motors and an innovative transversal dual clutch e-gearbox. This hybrid powertrain harnesses the potential of electrification to elevate performance and driving sensations to unprecedented heights, offering enthusiasts the ultimate thrill on the road.

Related cars:

  • Lamborghini Aventador (Predecessor)
  • Lamborghini Sian FKP 37
  • Lamborghini Centenario
Engine Electric Motor Power (Combined) Top Speed 0 to 100 km/h

(0 to 62 mp/h)

0 to 200 km/h

(0 to 124 mp/h)

6.5L V12 Permanent magnet motors (3x) 1,001 hp (747 kW) 350 km/h

(212 mph)

2.5 seconds 7.0 seconds

Urus:

The Lamborghini Urus stands as the world's inaugural Super Sport Utility Vehicle, seamlessly blending the essence of a high-performance sports car with the practicality of an SUV. Driven by Lamborghini's formidable 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, the Urus embodies a performance-oriented philosophy that combines driving enjoyment with remarkable versatility. Its design, capabilities, handling dynamics, and raw emotion converge seamlessly in this visionary embodiment of genuine Lamborghini DNA. The Urus is Lamborghini's second production SUV after the LM002.

Related cars (through VAG MLB Evo platform):

  • Porsche Cayenne Turbo
  • Audi RS Q8 & Audi Q7/Q8
  • Bentley Bentayga
  • Volkswagen Tuareg
  • Lamborghini Urus (2012 concept)
Name Produced Since Power (at rpm) Torque (at rpm)
Urus
Urus Performante
Urus S
Urus SE

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Current Models: Revuelto · Temerario · Urus SE · Essenza SCV12 · Countach LPI 800-4

Historic Models: Huracán · Sián FKP 37 · Aventador · Centenario Murciélago LP640 · Roadster · LP670-4 SV · Reventón · Reventón Roadster · Miura · Countach · Diablo · Espada · Silhouette · Jalpa · 350GT · 400GT · Islero · Jarama · LM002 · Urraco · Gallardo Superleggera .Gallardo

Concept Cars: 350 GTV · AMS · Athon · Bravo · Cala · Canto · Cheetah · P140 · Concept S · Faena · Genesis · LM001 · LM003 · LM004 · LMA002 · Marco Polo · Countach Evoluzione · Marzal · Miura Concept · Portofino · Raptor · Stella · Miura Spyder Concept · Estoque Concept · Sesto Elemento Concept · Aventador J · Veneno Concept . Egoista Concept . Asterion Concept . Terzo Millennio . V12 Vision Gran Turismo

One-Offs: 3500 GTZ Zagato · GT Monza

Racing Vehicles: Murcielago R-GT · SC63 · Super Trofeo (Privateer)

SUV Vehicles: LM002 · Urus


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