When Lamborghini vowed to switch to the lightweight religion last year, we knew that we’d be in for an explosive ride, but nothing could prepare us for the company’s new 700 hp V12 creation.
The Aventador uses a state-of-the-art monocoque made from carbon fiber, which allows it to tip the scales at 1,575 kg (3,472 lbs). The center stage is taken by an all-new 6.5 liter twelve-cylinder heart that allows the mortal behind the wheel to play the 0 to 62 mph game in 2.9 seconds (the four-wheel-drive system must also receive some credit for this) and enjoy a top speed of 350 km/h (217 mph). We must also mention that the monster uses an ISR (Independent Shifting Rods) transmission, which offers shifting times of only 50 milliseconds, and talks to the road using a pushrod suspension.
However, we are not dealing with an eco-defying beast. The LP700-4 manages to reduce fuel consumption and cut CO2 emissions by around 20 percent, compared to the Murcielago, while offering an eight percent power increase. What can we say, it's nice to see that Lamborghini can stay away from the hybrid virus.
The first units are scheduled to reach their lucky owners late this summer, with the prices starting at EUR255,000(this does not include taxes) or $379,700 for the US market.
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