As if there weren't enough widebody Lamborghini Uruses out there, the list has grown to include another one. However, while most fat copies are part of the pre-facelifted iteration, this one is a Performante, and according to the Italian car marque, it is the most agile version of the series.
Don't mistake agile for powerful, as the latter role goes to the recently unveiled Urus SE. The plug-in hybrid enjoys a combined 701 pound-foot (950 Nm) of torque and 789 horsepower (800 ps/588 kW) produced by its 4.0L twin-turbo V8 and electric motor. It needs 3.4 seconds to 62 mph (100 kph) and has a maximum speed of 194 mph (312 kph).
By comparison, the Urus Performante's non-electrified 4.0L V8 develops 657 hp (666 ps/490 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm). The Raging Bull says the track-focused version is one-tenth quicker to 62 mph compared to the SE, and while it may be more agile, it has a lower top speed of 190 mph (306 kph). The Urus S is as powerful as the Performante and two-tenths of a second slower.
Now that we've reminded ourselves about the oily bits let's see what this Lamborghini Urus Performante is all about. First and foremost, it is a widebody proposal with fender extensions at the front and rear. It has a chunkier apron attached to the bumper, new side skirts, a four-fin diffuser, and a few other attachments here and there. The tailgate spoiler and roof-mounted wing appear to be the stock components, and so do the side mirror casings.
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A set of 24-inch alloys feel the arches perfectly. The new wheels have a lot of concavity, and they sport a Y-spoke pattern that suits any Lamborghini. The Raging Bull's emblem is visible on the center caps, and this Urus Performante has red brake calipers. In fact, the Lambo logos and these red touches are the only parts contrasting the satin-black look of the exotic crossover, with the add-ons sporting a naked carbon fiber design for a sportier stance.
Speaking of the stance, we should also tell you that this modified high-rider sits a bit closer to the ground. This move, alongside the large alloys wrapped in rubber band tires, has likely made it stiffer and, therefore, less comfortable compared to a stock Urus Performante. On the plus side, it should be able to tackle corners faster, so if its owner had this on their bucket list, then they could tick it.
Now, not everyone is a Lamborghini Urus fan (I am not), but we've got to admit that there is something very fighter jet-ish about this tuned copy that makes it more appealing in our eyes. We're confident that you feel the same way, don't you? Let us know your thoughts about this build in the comments section below.
After a series of unfortunate events put an end to Cristian's dream of entering a custom built & tuned old-school Dacia into a rally competition, he moved on to drive press cars and write for a living. He's worked for several automotive online journals and now he's back at autoevolution after his first tour in the mid-2000s. Full profile
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