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| − | + | {{Infobox|Image = [[Image:Sesto 1.jpg|300px]]|Marque = [[Lamborghini]]|aka = 'The Sixth Element'|Production = 2011 (20 units)|Class = Sports car|Body Style = 2-door coupé|Weight = 999 kg (2,202 lb)|Transmission = 6-speed e-gear automated manual transmission|Engine = Odd-firing 5.2L Lamborghini V10|Similar = [[Lamborghini Gallardo]] |
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| + | [[Audi R8]]|Length=4.580 mm (180.3 in)|Height=1.135 mm (44.7 in)|Width=2.045 mm (80.5 in)|Wheelbase=2.560 mm (100.8 in)|Power=570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp)|Designer=Filippo Perini}}The '''Lamborghini Sesto Elemento''' ("sixth element") is a high-performance limited edition track car produced by [[Lamborghini]], which debuted at the 2010 [[Mondial de l'Automobile|Paris Motor Show]]. The Sesto Elemento's name is a reference to the atomic number of carbon, referring to the carbon fibre used. But how did Lamborghini manage to create such a high-tech lightweight super sports car? Everything in the Sesto Elemento, or almost everything, is made of carbon fiber. The bodywork is devoid of paint and is made of a special plastic and carbon fiber composite covered with a thin layer of glossy paint with reflective micro-crystals incorporated. This material was developed through the collaboration between the Lamborghini ACRC (Advanced Composites Research Center) and the Boeing laboratories in Seattle. The monocoque and frame are also made of carbon fiber, as well as the main suspension elements, the rims, and the drive shaft. A true test of extreme expertise in the use of this strong, ultra-light material. The Sesto Elemento was unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, four years before the Huracán, which it anticipated and which has very similar proportions. Only 20 examples were produced, and each sold for a price of 1.8 million euros. You will never see a Sesto Elemento on the road, because none of them are street-approved. It’s a car born solely for the track, and that is where it can express a potential for emotions that fears no rivals. |
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==Unique Attributes== |
==Unique Attributes== |
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| + | The Sesto Elemento is equipped with Lamborghini's 6-speed "e-gear" automated manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive system, mated to a 5.2 litre V10 engine borrowed from the [[Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera|Gallardo Superleggera]], generating 570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp) and 540 N⋅m (398 lbf⋅ft) of torque. The chassis, body, drive shaft and suspension components are made of carbon fibre, reducing the overall weight to 999 kg (2,202 lb), a weight comparable to subcompact cars. The Sesto Elemento was the first car to use forged carbon fibre (in the tub and suspension arms), a new type of carbon composite developed by Lamborghini and Callaway Golf Company. The engine is cooled through 10 distinctive hexagonal holes in the engine cover, while two intakes funnel cool air into the mid-mounted engine compartment and the exhaust pipes are positioned in the rear wing. Lamborghini claims a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 2.5 seconds, 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph) time of 8.0 seconds, and a top speed in excess of 356 km/h (221 mph). The interior of the Sesto Elemento is generally bare without vehicle comforts such as air-conditioning and stereo. The Sesto Elemento also lacks seats, instead having foam padding directly adhered to the carbon fiber chassis. |
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==Criticisms== |
==Criticisms== |
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==Worldwide== |
==Worldwide== |
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| + | Lamborghini announced plans to produce 20 cars for track use only in mid-2011 with each car costing US$2.92 million. All 20 cars were already sold upon the confirmation of production. At that time, the Sesto Elemento was the most expensive Lamborghini ever created, until the [[Lamborghini Veneno|Veneno]] was launched, with the price of the car as high as GB£4,162,150 (US$6.5 million). |
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| − | The car is sold in 20 limited runs and all of them were sold out, and by request, depending on participating factories nearest to where you live. |
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==Design quirks and oddities== |
==Design quirks and oddities== |
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Taken cues found on the [[Lamborghini Reventón|Reventón]], the Elemento's design is edgy and pointy, and can be simply describled as a "baby Reventón". |
Taken cues found on the [[Lamborghini Reventón|Reventón]], the Elemento's design is edgy and pointy, and can be simply describled as a "baby Reventón". |
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| − | The car is featured in the video game Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, in the downloadable content (DLC) pack Lamborghini Untamed, alongside the digitalized Lamborghini Countach and Lamborghini Diablo SuperVeloce, and become a limited-buyable car in Car Town. The 2011 Lamborghini Sesto Elemento also made an appearance in the racing game Forza Motorsport 4. |
+ | The car is featured in the video game Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, in the downloadable content (DLC) pack Lamborghini Untamed, alongside the digitalized [[Lamborghini Countach]] and [[Lamborghini Diablo|Lamborghini Diablo SuperVeloce]], and become a limited-buyable car in Car Town. The 2011 Lamborghini Sesto Elemento also made an appearance in the racing game Forza Motorsport 4. |
==Awards== |
==Awards== |
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Revision as of 18:57, 16 January 2022
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| Lamborghini Sesto Elemento | |
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| Lamborghini | |
| aka | 'The Sixth Element' |
| Production | 2011 (20 units) |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body Style | 2-door coupé |
| Length | 4.580 mm (180.3 in) |
| Width | 2.045 mm (80.5 in) |
| Height | 1.135 mm (44.7 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2.560 mm (100.8 in) |
| Weight | 999 kg (2,202 lb) |
| Transmission | 6-speed e-gear automated manual transmission |
| Engine | Odd-firing 5.2L Lamborghini V10 |
| Power | 570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp) |
| Similar | Lamborghini Gallardo |
| Designer | Filippo Perini |
The Lamborghini Sesto Elemento ("sixth element") is a high-performance limited edition track car produced by Lamborghini, which debuted at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. The Sesto Elemento's name is a reference to the atomic number of carbon, referring to the carbon fibre used. But how did Lamborghini manage to create such a high-tech lightweight super sports car? Everything in the Sesto Elemento, or almost everything, is made of carbon fiber. The bodywork is devoid of paint and is made of a special plastic and carbon fiber composite covered with a thin layer of glossy paint with reflective micro-crystals incorporated. This material was developed through the collaboration between the Lamborghini ACRC (Advanced Composites Research Center) and the Boeing laboratories in Seattle. The monocoque and frame are also made of carbon fiber, as well as the main suspension elements, the rims, and the drive shaft. A true test of extreme expertise in the use of this strong, ultra-light material. The Sesto Elemento was unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, four years before the Huracán, which it anticipated and which has very similar proportions. Only 20 examples were produced, and each sold for a price of 1.8 million euros. You will never see a Sesto Elemento on the road, because none of them are street-approved. It’s a car born solely for the track, and that is where it can express a potential for emotions that fears no rivals.
Unique Attributes
The Sesto Elemento is equipped with Lamborghini's 6-speed "e-gear" automated manual transmission and an all-wheel-drive system, mated to a 5.2 litre V10 engine borrowed from the Gallardo Superleggera, generating 570 PS (419 kW; 562 hp) and 540 N⋅m (398 lbf⋅ft) of torque. The chassis, body, drive shaft and suspension components are made of carbon fibre, reducing the overall weight to 999 kg (2,202 lb), a weight comparable to subcompact cars. The Sesto Elemento was the first car to use forged carbon fibre (in the tub and suspension arms), a new type of carbon composite developed by Lamborghini and Callaway Golf Company. The engine is cooled through 10 distinctive hexagonal holes in the engine cover, while two intakes funnel cool air into the mid-mounted engine compartment and the exhaust pipes are positioned in the rear wing. Lamborghini claims a 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration time of 2.5 seconds, 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph) time of 8.0 seconds, and a top speed in excess of 356 km/h (221 mph). The interior of the Sesto Elemento is generally bare without vehicle comforts such as air-conditioning and stereo. The Sesto Elemento also lacks seats, instead having foam padding directly adhered to the carbon fiber chassis.
Criticisms
Please make sure to keep critiques in a third-person point of view. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.
Worldwide
Lamborghini announced plans to produce 20 cars for track use only in mid-2011 with each car costing US$2.92 million. All 20 cars were already sold upon the confirmation of production. At that time, the Sesto Elemento was the most expensive Lamborghini ever created, until the Veneno was launched, with the price of the car as high as GB£4,162,150 (US$6.5 million).
Design quirks and oddities
Taken cues found on the Reventón, the Elemento's design is edgy and pointy, and can be simply describled as a "baby Reventón". The car is featured in the video game Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit, in the downloadable content (DLC) pack Lamborghini Untamed, alongside the digitalized Lamborghini Countach and Lamborghini Diablo SuperVeloce, and become a limited-buyable car in Car Town. The 2011 Lamborghini Sesto Elemento also made an appearance in the racing game Forza Motorsport 4.
Awards
List out notable awards that the model has recieved while in production. Boldface the company or organization that gives out the award, and Italicize the name of the award.
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See Also
External Links
- Paris Preshow: Lamborghini's 999kg Sesto Elemento Concept Revealed
- Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept: Live Photos from Paris Presentation
- Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept: V10 Carbon Fighter
- Lamborghini Sesto Elemento: Carbon Fiber And Hot Air
- Lamborghini Sesto Elemento: Where There's Smoke There's Carbon Fiber
- Lamborghini Sesto Elemento: First Photos