McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

Lamborghini News

Lamborghini news from duPont REGISTRY News, updated daily, covering the V12 hybrid Revuelto, the Temerario and the Urus, one of the biggest names in luxury SUV news. Our reporting runs across reveals, first drives, one-off builds and the auction results that set values. We also follow the earlier cars, from the Countach through to the Veneno. Many sites carry supercar news, but very few carry it beside live listings. A great many of the Lamborghinis covered here are listed for sale on duPont REGISTRY, so the reporting and a real asking price appear together. For Lamborghini news today, start with the stories below.

By Jordan Aquistapace – December 12, 2023

The Italian Highway Police Take Delivery Of Its New Lambo...

For those who speed on Italian highways, beware of the new Lamborghini Urus police car. For the past 20 years, Lamborghini has relished its relationship with the Italian "Polizia di Stato" through collaboration supercars outfitted with the gear and visuals of an everyday police car. If you're an avid car enthusiast, you may remeber the famous 'Polozia' 2014 Gallardo making waves in the news as a donation to the department from Lamborghini. The predecessor to the Gallardo was a Huracán LP 610-4 that was specially designed for special services like urgent medical transport of organs and plasma. With a new lineup of Italian super SUVs, Lamborghini recently delivered a new Urus Performante to the Italian Highway Police during a special ceremony in Rome outside of the Ministry of the Interior headquarters. Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini, handed over the keys to the Minister of the Interior, Matteo Piantedosi, in the presence of Head of Police, Vittorio Pisani. The new Urus Performante police livery was designed by Lamborghini Centro Stile, featuring the classic blue shade of the Italian State Police, white, and the Italian tricolor. The police decals have been applied to the doors in reflective film, while the exterior also comes fit with a roof light bar and a two-tone electric siren. The Urus Performante's interior has been customized with essential upgrades for public security services, including an armored box for weapons, a retractable message display, and a dedicated trunk space for storing service gear and a defibrillator for emergency medical response. The most important addition is the portable refrigerator designed for organ transportation, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of vital medical supplies. With a 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 that generates more than 656 horsepower, there's no doubt that the Italian Highway Police won't have any trouble with speeders or medical transport at the start of 2024. View all Lamborghini Urus Performante examples currently for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Lamborghini Urus Performante For Sale Source: Automobili Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – September 15, 2023

Lamborghini And Ducati Team Up For Motorbike-Car Connecti...

Unveiling of prototype Vehicle to Vehicle technology that warns drivers of danger Automobili Lamborghini is steering safety forward by supporting Ducati's initiative on motorcycle-car connectivity. Debuted at Germany’s Lausitzring race track, the Demo Event organized by the Connected Motorcycle Consortium (CMC) showcased Ducati's latest updates in Vehicle to Vehicle (V2V) communication technology. Since its start in 2016, CMC, with Ducati as an early adopter, has been committed to identifying the most high-risk scenarios for motorcyclists. Using this research, Ducati developed a prototype featuring an additional screen that displays warning signals to alert riders about upcoming dangers. Lamborghini maintained this research by providing a Urus SUV for case simulations, focusing on scenarios like obscured visibility and risky intersections. Three critical cases, IMA (Intersection Movement Assist), LTA (Left Turn Assist), and DNPW (Do Not Pass Warning), were tested. For instance, in the IMA case, if a motorbike and a car approach an intersection simultaneously, a warning signal pops up on the car's dashboard urging the driver to proceed cautiously. In the LTA and DNPW cases, similarly, the tech warns either the motorcyclist or the car driver based on who is attempting a maneuver like a turn or a pass. With this partnership, Lamborghini and Ducati are introducing technological innovation that sets new benchmarks for motorist and motorcyclist safety. View all Lamborghini Urus examples currently for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking the link below. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Automobili Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – July 05, 2023

Mansory's New Lamborghini Urus Gleams In Gold

Gilded and grand are two words to describe this Lamborghini Urus-based creation.

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 26, 2023

Deliveries Begin For The New Lamborghini Urus S

The new Lamborghini Urus S hits the road. The first four years of the Lamborghini Urus were an incredible success. With its incredible luxury, practicality, and of course Lamborghini performance, the Urus remains the most popular of the Fighting Bull brand. However, towards the end of last year, a new chapter opened for the Super SUV, not only with the introduction of the even more potent Urus Performante that achieved a record at Pikes Peak but also with the reveal of the Urus S, the evolution and replacement for the original Urus. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus Price, Specs, Photos & Review Finally, deliveries have begun for the new Urus S all over the world, with examples seeing the light of day across the globe, showing off the design and performance enhancements that the Urus S introduced, including new wheels, new design details, and beautiful new two-tone interior configurations that are available for the new model. With these new available features, including more than 60 available exterior colors, the owners of the new Lamborghini Urus S will be able to have unique customizations of their Super SUVs, making their looks more personal and varied than they ever have been before. With deliveries beginning now, we’ll begin to see how different Urus S owners implement their personal style on Lamborghini’s incredible luxury performance SUV. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – December 14, 2022

The New Lamborghini "The Engine Songs V8" Spotify Playlis...

Lamborghini’s latest powertrain can be music to your ears. The introduction of the Lamborghini Urus marked a turning point for the brand, as it saw the introduction of a twin-turbocharged V8 engine to the brand’s lineup of powerplants. In its short time within Lamborghini’s lineup, the Urus has achieved an incredible reputation with its popularity, performance, and Lamborghini luxury and style. The introduction of the Urus S and Urus Performante this year opens the next chapter for the Super SUV’s legacy, and as Lamborghini celebrates its cars and their engines at this critical time in the brand’s history, the V8 is honored with one of Lamborghini’s Engine Songs Spotify playlists. MUST READ: Lamborghini Huracan STO Review: A Proper Race Car for the Road The playlists are created by scientifically breaking down the engine note using artificial intelligence until musical notes can be discerned, with a process similar to the one the human brain does with sounds. After that, the notes are matched to curated songs, which musically take the listener on a journey from idling to cruising, and eventually to the high RPM of performance driving. Lamborghini describes the V8 as “rhythmical and deep,” relating its note to the sound of drums. The twin-turbo V8 is paired with songs like “Un Gitano Perdido” by Gabriel Dominguez, “Boogie Fever,” and “Is My Love Enough?” by White Lies. In the new “The Engine Songs: Let’s Talk V8” video interview about the playlist, music producer Alex Trecarichi and Mauro Mautone, vehicle coordinator for Lamborghini NHV, talk about driving the Urus Performante with its curated songs in the background, and in turn show that the playlist, like the Super SUV itself, uses technology, science, and engineering to cultivate passion. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 20, 2022

The New Lamborghini Urus Performante Makes Its Driving De...

The new Lamborghini Urus Performante goes on a Roman holiday. Before the new Super SUV was even unveiled, the new Lamborghini Urus Performante with more power and on-road dynamic ability than the original Urus broke the record for production SUVs at Pikes Peak with a time of 10:32.064, which eclipsed the previous record holder by an incredible 17 seconds. The new car is able to produce 656 horsepower and 626 lb/ft of torque, features a dedicated Rally mode and can get from 0-60 in under 3.3 seconds, and reach a top speed of 190 mph, which are all unbelievable numbers for an SUV. MUST READ: How To See The Legendary One-Off Lamborghini Miura Roadster At The MUDETEC Now that it’s unveiled, the new Urus Performante is ready to make a driving debut in earnest, and to do that, Lamborghini went to the same place it went to when it debuted the original Urus in 2018: Rome. At Rome’s Autodromo Vallelunga, Lamborghini gave its first in-person look to many at both the new Urus Performante, and the original Urus’s successor, the Urus S. Guests were able to drive the new Performante on track and on a rally circuit that beautifully demonstrated the vehicle’s monstrous ability on-road and on loose surfaces. With Pirelli P-Zero tires created especially for SUVs, the vehicle excelled on both. Whether dirt or tarmac, all roads lead to Rome, and the new Lamborghini Urus Performante is excellent at driving on them. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – October 06, 2022

Lamborghini Announces A VIP Urus Shuttle Service At Bolog...

The Italian partnership between Automobili Lamborghini and Guglielmo Marconi Airport continues until 2025, with some new luxury updates. With roots throughout the beautiful country of Italy, Automobili Lamborghini strives to diversify its partnerships with other Italian brands or companies to highlight the country’s economic strengths. Securing transportation efforts from ground to air, Lamborghini is proud to renew and expand its partnership with Bologna’s Guglielmo Marconi Airport. The relationship began in 2013 with a permanent car display on the ground floor, which has now been contracted until 2025 with many more updates to be done. The Lamborghini exhibition at the airport begins its plan to become a full-scale boutique with merchandise on display with the brand’s legendary supercars. Along with more shopping opportunities, travelers will also have the ability to book an exclusive VIP shuttle service for a more efficient airport experience. MUST-READ: The Best Lamborghinis You Can Buy Today The one-of-a-kind personalized service is available by pre-booking the airport’s VIP program YouFirst. Passengers are met by a Lamborghini Urus and dedicated airport VIP staff, both on arrival right as they step off the ‘plane and vice versa on departure. Along with implementing new highlights for visitors, Lamborghini is also put to as the follow-me car that accompanies planes on the runway. The follow-me car takes shape as a Lamborghini Huracán EVO, with a new black and yellow livery that pays homage to the evolution of previous colorways. Discover the new updates from Automobili Lamborghini by booking your next international layover at the Guglielmo Marconi Airport. View all current Lamborghini models for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle and automotive news. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI FOR SALE Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 29, 2022

The New Lamborghini Urus S Is An Evolution Of The Super SUV

Just when we got used to this automotive revolution, it’s new all over again. While the luxury performance SUV has been a phenomenon that has brought sweeping change to the automotive world, changing the way we see performance cars and what they should be capable of, the Lamborghini Urus managed to send shockwaves through the luxury performance SUV world itself with its introduction. With provocative style, high performance, and high luxury, the Lamborghini Urus defined what it means for a car to be a great luxury performance SUV, and now Lamborghini, after introducing the Urus Performante with even more dominating performance, the evolution of the Lamborghini Urus as a whole has arrived as the new Lamborghini Urus S. MUST READ: Lamborghini Urus Price, Specs, Photos & Review With an increased 656 horsepower, the new Urus S is able to achieve a top speed of 189 mph and get from 0-60 in a mere 3.5 seconds. In addition, the exhaust note is revised, reaffirming the “Super” part of the Lamborghini Urus’s Super SUV designation. The styling is revised in and out, with new features available like the optional exposed carbon fiber roof, as well as an interior that features options seen in the new Urus Performante. Lamborghini has announced prices for Europe, which translate to just over $190,000 with current exchange rates. However, with the current Urus already starting at over $220,000 here in the states, prices are sure to vary between regions. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Source: Lamborghini

By Tyler Rampersaud – September 27, 2022

Lamborghini Urus Price, Specs, Photos & Review

It's called a Super SUV for a reason. As the SUV craze continues, exotic manufacturers now want a piece of the action. Lamborghini is the latest high-end manufacturer to put its name and reputation on SUVs with the launch of the Lamborghini Urus. But the Urus is not the first SUV ever made by this Italian company. Nearly 25 years ago, Lamborghini launched LMOO2, a military car boasting a V12 engine and designed for off-road use. While the vehicle enjoys its success, it’s nothing compared to the Urus. Deriving its name from a species of Wild OX, the Lamborghini Urus is the fastest SUV you can buy today. Like Bentley Bentayga, Audi Q7, and Porsche Cayenne, this SUV is built on an MLB Evo platform. But it’s backed up with a luxurious design and stunning performance. The SUV beautifully blends unparalleled Lamborghini driving experience with state-of-art technology that you won't see offered by small automakers. Fast, quiet, and stylish, the Urus is the Ultimate SUV for thrill-seeking individuals and families. Below, you’ll discover other amazing facts about this outrageous SUV. Lamborghini Urus Price Lamborghini Urus price varies based on the model and the trim level you select. The 2022 Lamborghini Urus MSRP starts at $390,000 before on-road costs. But that’s just for the base trim with four seats. If you opt for a five-seater, you may have to spend about $ 402,750. As with every exotic vehicle, you will not get away with the base price. You might need to pile up on the offered options because they’re somehow necessary for maximizing the SUV's performance. Because of this, Lamborghini Urus Price can quickly shoot past the $400K mark. The options include off-road modes with trailer towing prep, transparent protector film, panoramic roof, full electric front seat equipped with ventilation and massage, carbon ceramic brakes, etc. Luckily, the Urus classification as an SUV exempts it from gas-guzzler tax. As a result, saving buyers a few thousand dollars. Nevertheless, it's not free from duty stamp and destination and handling charges over. While the Porsche Cayenne presents itself as an affordable option selling at $239,000, the Lamborghini Urus offers power full performance, and a faster driving experience. Lamborghini Urus Review Some purists may argue that Lamborghini should stick to producing supercars and leave high-end SUVs to renowned manufacturers like Range Rover. But clearly, these individuals haven’t read the Lamborghini Urus Review. The road machine is not just an SUV with a fighting bull symbol. It’s a beast on another whole level in terms of driving and handling, design, speed, and performance. Besides that, the Urus offers customers something the Lamborghini Huracán and Aventador don’t: towing ability and usable cargo space. Its interior might not rival its supercar counterparts, but it's a badass family hauler. It's a vehicle with a soul and a sense of purpose that only those behind the wheel understand. Lamborghini Urus horsepower of 641 and torque of 627 lb/ft help the SUV achieve mind-blowing speeds of 100km/h in only 3.6 seconds. It drives smoothly without feeling big and heavy and doesn’t lean into corners. All thanks to its suspension and tech, a heavily overpowered SUV on paper feels like a charming driver’s vehicle in person. The beauty of the Lamborghini Urus is what got us hooked. Every element of the car evokes a sense of supercar DNA, from the in-your-face styling to the chiseled creases. If those don't grab your attention, maybe the six driving modes, including the Sport and Street mode will. We couldn’t help but also notice the car’s enormous 23” wheel warped in tailor-made Pirellis housed in flared wheel arches with body claddings. Lamborghini Urus Specs As for Lamborghini Urus specs, you will love what this utility vehicle has to offer. Despite the Urus's weight of 4844lbs, the SUV steers and handles as perfectly as a sedan. The Italian manufacturer equipped it with a standard AWD, adept electronic wheel controls, and adjustable air suspension, allowing it to cruise through mixed terrains. With a soul of a supercar and the functionality of an SUV, the vehicle comes equipped with a monstrous V8 engine that makes it a formidable speed master. Coupled with a twin-turbo and 8-speed automatic transmission, Lamborghini Urus top speed is 189. 5mph. If that’s impressive, wait till you learn Urus ¼ mile is 11.4 seconds at 121 mph. While Lamborghini Urus 0-60 acceleration in 3.2 seconds is impressive, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT achieves 0-60 in 3.1 seconds. Nevertheless, the SUV is still quick to get up to speed. What’s more, it can come to a halt from 62 mph in 110.5 ft, thanks to massive carbon-ceramic brakes. Since it uses the same MLB platform as the likes of Volkswagen Touareg and Audi Q7, it enjoys great dynamics, technology, and comfort. But at the same time, it's limited in reference to styling and shape. But that didn’t stop engineers at Lamborghini from dressing the SUV with distinct styling free from cues of Volkswagen Group. The Y-shaped LED taillights, and tailgate lip spoiler draw inspiration from traditional Lamborghini models. Like the Aventador, the Raging Bull symbol takes center stage in front of the car's hood. It’s also difficult not to notice the giant grille below with a huge lower air intake and front splinter and the four mortar pipes sticking from the rear. Lamborghini Urus Specs Price: $390,000 Engine: 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 Transmission: 8-speed automatic Horsepower: 641 horsepower Torque: 627 lb/ft 0-60 mph: 3.2 s 1/4 mile: 11.4 s @ 121 mph Top Speed: 190 mph Lamborghini Urus Engine The concept Lamborghini Urus relied on a 5.0L V10 engine. But the production engine runs on a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine. Designed by Audi and produced at the Volkswagen Hungary plant, the engine also powers Bentley Continental GT, Audi RS6, and Porsche Cayenne. But for the luxury SUV, the manufacturer fine-tuned it to generate Urus hp of 641 at a maximum power of 6,000 rpm and torque of 627 lb-ft. For this reason, the Lamborghini Urus engine is one of the most powerful engines in production. It allows the car to sprint from 0 to 100km/h in only 3.6 seconds and reaches top speeds of 305 km/h. That's impressive, factoring that the vehicle weighs over two tons. Besides that, the SUV gets permanent all-wheel drive. It also comes with four-wheel steering that compensates for its immense size. That means turning corners will be much easier for this all-around super sports car with rear wheels slightly turning in the direction of the turn. Like its siblings, the SUV remains agile on the road and nimble when navigating tight spaces. Lamborghini Urus Transmission Like all models currently offered by the Italian manufacturer, Lamborghini Urus Transmission is an eight-speed longitudinal automatic transmission. Working together with a V8 engine and four-wheel-drive system with active vectoring, the transmission allows the super sport utility vehicle to accelerate with great efficiency. It also allows the driver to enjoy an exceptional performance, whether on the racetrack, gravel country roads, snowy mountains, or desert. The gearbox shifts with clarity, picking the right gear at all times and directing torque to the rear axle. This way, the general dynamic behavior of the SUV becomes sport-oriented. The transmission can change the vehicle’s personality depending on the driving mode. It allows the car to drive smoothly on Strada(street) mode and become a brutal hard-shifter in Corsa (track) mode. Besides automatic transmission, Urus comes with standard paddle shifters that make it easier to change gears manually when the urge hits you. Lamborghini Urus Interior Lamborghini Urus Interior offers a unique blend of lavish Italian craftsmanship and advanced technology. The cabin is accentuated by top-quality and soft materials. Buyers have the option of choosing from a wide variety of interior materials, including Alcantara, fiber, aluminum, leather, and carbon finishes that blend perfectly. The best part is the customers can customize the interior finished with single or multiple color schemes to add a sense of uniqueness or personalization. Lamborghini Urus interior also boasts an aeronautic design coupled with driver-focused instrument construction. The three TFT digital display screens for infotainment, comfort functions, and instruments place the driver’s needs at the forefront while promising maximum comfort and fun. As for the dashboard, Lamborghini models adopt a Y-theme architecture that customizes to create a more sporty or elegant look. Other impressive features include a jet fighter-inspired start-up button, 1700-watt Bang & Olufsen speaker, 21 speakers, all-around smartphone connectivity, Bluetooth streaming, etc. Furthermore, backseat occupants enjoy individual smart screens for entertainment. Lamborghini Urus Brakes When it comes to Lamborghini Urus brakes, the vehicle uses 440 X 40 mm carbon ceramic disk brakes (CCB)for the front wheels and 370 X 30 mm carbon discs for the rear wheels. According to the manufacturer, the brakes can stop the SUV from 100Km/h in only 33.7 meters. The CCB is perhaps the largest and most powerful break in production today. Because the braking system matches the SUV’s performance, it has a high thermal resistance and handles frequent and heavy braking. That’s true even when the vehicle is at high speed or in extreme weather. It comes with no brake fades and optimizes pedal feel, ensuring maximum performance and safety in a wide variety of environments. Lamborghini Urus Standout Features The Lamborghini Urus is the first Lamborghini with a turbo engine, but not the first with a V8. It’s also the first model from the manufacturer to come with an electronic driver-assistance system. It comes with 23 driver assistance sensors that monitor the condition of the vehicle on the road and traffic to support the driver when driving. Using the Advanced Drive Assistance Feature, drivers can keep the SUV in its lane, maintain a safe distance and avoid potential obstacles. The system also activates the braking system in times of emergency. Besides that, Lambo Urus offers users three paint options–Verde Mantis, Arancio Borealis, and Giallo Inti. The automaker also unveiled Urus Graphite Capsule and Urus Pearl Capsule appearance packages that offer a wide range of color options customers can select, such as Necro Noctis, Grigio Keres, Grigio Nimbus, and Bianco Monocerus. If not enough, the super SUV gets six-driving mode. The Lamborghini Urus drive modes include: Strada (Road) Sport Neve (Snow) Corsa (Track) Sabbia (Sand) Terra (Off-road) For wheel options, Urus offers wheels ranging from 21 inches to 23 inches fitted with P265/35YR23(front) and P325/30YR23(rear) tires. Developed for Lamborghini by Pirelli, the tires vary depending on season and terrain. Lamborghini also provides all-season and all-terrain tires. View All Lamborghini Urus For Sale Images Sourced From Lamborghini

By Jordan Aquistapace – August 22, 2022

The Record-Breaking Pikes Peak Lamborghini Urus Perfomant...

The new king of the hill, seen on the Concept Lawn, is an iteration of the Urus Performante. Aside from displaying some of the most magnificent examples of past and present automobiles, the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance offers the perfect venue to introduce new and futuristic creations. The concept lawn presents the latest and greatest in automotive excellence, with leading brands on-scene with concept examples that act as the start of something special. Automobili Lamborghini is proud to showcase the Urus Performante that set the record in the production SUV category on the track used during the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The appearance took place at the center of the concept lawn during the 71st Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, just after its initial debut on Friday at The Quail: A Motorsport Gathering. MUST-READ: Lamborghini Urus Horsepower, Torque & 0-60 The Lamborghini Urus Performante first made history on August 10th with Pirelli test driver Simone Faggioli behind the wheel, tackling the 156 bends of Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in 10:32.064. Although the Urus Performante was not entered in the race, its time was recorded faster than the previous record-holding Bentley Bentayga by the official timekeepers. The new super-SUV features a camouflage wrap in addition to other safety-compliant characteristics for competition use. The new Lamborghini Urus Performante uses an upgraded 4.0-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V8 that produces 666 horsepower with a weight reduction of 103.6 pounds. View all current Lamborghini Urus examples for sale on duPont REGISTRY by clicking on the link below. Check back into duPont REGISTRY for more upcoming luxury lifestyle news and Monterey Car Week 2022 releases. VIEW ALL LAMBORGHINI URUS FOR SALE Source: Automobili Lamborghini

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