Lambo does not rule out special track-only models with pure ICE twelve cylinder power.
There has been a lot of discussion lately about Lamborghini’s plans to combine all three models by 2024, and add an electric car during the second half of the decade. The Ultimae, which is the last road-going V12 vehicle to come from Sant’Agata Bolognese, suggests that the time is right for the naturally-aspirated twelve-cylinder engine. Is it?
One-percenters who want a Lamborghini ICE V12 experience may be pleasantly surprised to find that the 6.5-liter engine without forced induction can get a fresh lease of life at a circuit. The fabled Italian brand hinted that more low-volume models, similar to the Essenza SCV12, could be made for track-only vehicles.
When asked by Autocar whether Lamborghini plans to build additional V12 engines, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said that he didn’t rule it out. This happens once in a while. There is a lot of work to do so we need to stay focused. Similar to Aston Martin’s statement earlier this year, it said that it would eliminate gas-only road cars by 2030. However, track specials could still use a powertrain without a hybrid.
Lamborghini will launch a new hybrid V12 vehicle later in the year, using the same supercapacitor technology that was used to debut with the SianFKP 37. The Aventador will not be replaced by it as Lamborghini’s flagship model will move to the next generation of its hybrid engine in 2023.
The mid-cycle facelift will electrify the Urus in 2022. We are leaning towards a plug in hybrid powertrain as other VW Group models that use the MLB Evo platform have a PHEV setup. However, it is not clear what kind of powertrain it will get. The Huracan’s direct successor is scheduled for 2024 and will be electrified from the beginning. It will hopefully retain the V10.