Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 – Automobiles Review

More Powerful Yet True to The Original Vorsteiner Lamborghini Aventador-V LP-740

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Vorsteiner are getting more and more ambitious. Today we get a glimpse at their Aventador-V LP-740 programme… erm… for the Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4. Starting to get the idea of what that package does? That’s right, the Lambo’s ECU has been tweaked to give out 40 hp more at the wheels (so it should be even more in the engine compartment).

Other than that. it’s mainly a visual feast. Though, it is hard to notice the actual modifications. That’s partly because the original Aventador is flamboyant enough, but also because Vorsteiner decided to go all subtle about it and not actually replace any panels throughout the body. Instead, they simply weaved a few carbon add-ons and glued them on so that they “maintain Lamborghini’s original design language“. It’s all about function apparently.

The front gets treated with two splitters on each side which should provide additional down force. An optional lower race lip spoiler can link the two splitters for more rigidity and give a tiny bit more visual flare. The Vorsteiner side skirts continue the vertical floating fin design seen at the front and also duct air to all the right directions. Finally, the Aventador-V package seeks to replace, yet recreate, the active aero rear wing in all of its carbon-fibery goodness. Vorsteiner are adamant that everything is OEM and thus no sacrifices will be made on the part of the lucky owner.

A couple of things more: the rear diffuser can be optionally swapped with a Vorsteiner one that’s made entirely of their quality pre-preg autoclaved carbon fiber materials. A graphic livery strip starts as a V at the Lamborghini badge and runs through the middle of the car. The Aventador-V we see here wears Vorsteiner’s Forged monoblock wheels that measure up 20×9 at the front and 21×13 and save from the total weight of the car.

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November 27, 2013

Ultimate open-air experience: Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster

One of the most exciting open-top luxury super sports cars has just been unveiled and it is the new Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster. Since the coupe version gained many appraises with over 1300 units already delivered to customers, the brand is now offering a convertible version of it.

The new Lamborghini Roadster has unique profile of its upper area, which extends along newly designed geometric lines from the removable roof to the engine hood. The design shows the best combination of performance, elegant presence and delivers ultimate driving pleasure.

To go further into details, the two-piece roof is made entirely from carbon fiber with the help of RTM and Forged Composite® technologies, which ensure optimum aesthetic performance and stiffness.

Additionally, they are easily removable and attachable, and can be stored in the front luggage compartment. The rear pillar here got a new design and offers maximum support for the removable roof. Furthermore it has an automatic protection system for passengers, and provides the engine compartment with ample ventilation.

The central “spinal column” with two pairs of hexagonal windows connected at the sides is what differentiates this convertible from the coupe model. Moreover, the powered rear windshield not only influences the flow of air in the vehicle, but also controls the experience of the sound from the twelve-cylinder engine.

Next, the wind deflector delivers complete calm inside the car, no matter the speed. It is positioned on the front windshield frame and can likewise be stored in the luggage compartment when not in use.

The exterior here is finished in two tones, while the windshield pillar and the two roof sections and the rear window area up to the “fins” are painted in gloss black. In particular, color available is the metallic blue color Azzuro Thetis, whose tone varies with the angle of the light.

How about the interior? Here one can find the leather Sabbia Nefertem wrapped saloon and a great attention to the detail. At last, the Roadster includes Dione 20”/21” rims, crafted in light forged aluminum.

But what is the Aventador all about? Speed of course! LP700-4 Roadster accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3 seconds flat and has a maximum speed of 350 km/h. These numbers a possible thanks to its great aerodynamics and the 6.5 liter aspirated V12.

The latter produces 700 hp (515 kW), and is mated to an ISR 7-speed gearbox. The V12 also includes a cylinder deactivation system when the engine is working at partial capacity. On the other hand the Stop & Start system features high-performance capacitors known as supercaps to awaken the engine.

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster has a starting price of 300,000 euro.

Source: Lamborghini

November 12, 2012

2013 Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 with Start/Stop System

2013 Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 is now going to include the innovative and extremely fast start/stop system with supercaps for energy storage. In addition this system improves the cylinder deactivation under partial load and brings great savings in fuel consumption.

In fact, here Lamborghini is using a highly advanced technology for its new Start/Stop system. The energy for re-start following a stop phase is delivered by high-performance capacitors known as supercaps. The latter allow extremely fast start-up, where the entire V12 power is available again in 180 milliseconds.

Furthermore this new technology also delivers a weight saving of three kilograms. The classic vehicle battery supplies only the electronic systems. In addition, the second new efficiency technology is named the Cylinder Deactivation System (CDS).

CDS disables one cylinder bank when the car is under low load and at speeds of less than 135 km/h. This allows the power unit to run as an inline six. Both CDS and the start/stop system work incredibly quickly.

Nevertheless, they still manage to deliver great fuel efficiency – the average fuel consumption of the Aventador LP 700-4 drops by seven percent to 16 liters/100km. At highway speeds of around 130 km/h the reduction in consumption and emissions is as much as 20 percent. In total the CO2 emissions of the Aventador have been reduced from 398 g/km to 370 g/km.

Another refinement has been done on the chassis setup. The razor-sharp handling is more precise, ride comfort has been enhanced, the springs are stiffer and the dampers – optimized. In addition, the car runs on new forged alloy wheels in the Dione design.

Carbon fiber can be found in many parts of this Lamborghini model. In addition, substantial proportion of the super sports car’s technological superiority is thanks to its CFRP monocoque.

This is a material which takes on an even higher profile with a package of optional CFRP components. For instance such are the front spoiler, air intakes, engine cover panel, powertrain cladding and interior applications.

Source: Lamborghini

September 28, 2012

1 000th Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 produced

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 has just marked an important milestone in its history, with the 1,000th vehicle produced. The Argos Orange Lamborghini, which has a chassis number 1,000, is destined to be driven in Germany and has just rolled off the assembly line.

The lucky owner is the German architect Hans Scheidecker, has just received the keys of the car from Automobili Lamborghini President and CEO, Stephan Winkelmann.

Hans Scheidecker and Automobili Lamborghini President and CEO Stephan Winkelmann

Introduced just in 2011 the Aventador has taken just one year and three months to achieve the milestone of producing the 1000th vehicle. This means that the average number production of the supercars is 4.5 a day.

LP700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is coupled to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. The shift time is just 50 milliseconds. The power is put on the road through a Haldex AQD system.

As a matter of fact, just more than a year from its official debut, the Aventador has been awarded with 36 international prizes, praising its design and innovative technological solutions.

Source: Lamborghini

July 20, 2012

Lamborghini Aventador J Revealed

There it is! The Lamborghini Aventador J – J as in FIA’s ‘Appendix J’ regarding the tech spec of race cars. Hope you like wildlife in your hair as this Geneva participant doesn’t really make any use of a roof. Or a windshield for that matter. Why would it? It’s a 700 bhp open top. Isn’t that enough?

Unsurprisingly, the J is based on the Aventador LP 700-4 – An AWD layout with a 6.5-litre 700bhp V12 engine. Imagine the wind resistance one is going to experience on their face whilst closing in on the 300 km/h barrier. They should have called it the Aventador D for Drama.

Obviously, the disposal of otherwise vital components calls for some structural changes. An innovative monocoque construction made from carbon fiber reinforced polymers combines lightness with optimum stiffness and strength. There are two safety bars behind the seats that are made made from a forged composite and reinforced with carbon fiber inserts. The thing about open tops and convertibles is that most people cringe at the sight of them knowing that speed and agility have been compromised. However, that’s not the case with the Aventador J. Because we don’t have a roof or a windshield, we also don’t have air conditioning. There are no distractions inside (if we can call it an inside) – Things like the satellite navigation and audio system have been deemed redundant. The J’s cockpit and parts of the seats are clad in a material called “Carbonskin” – woven carbon fibers that have been soaked in a special epoxy resin that stabilizes the fiber structure and keeps things soft and flexible. All that hi-tech, light weight material and the feature diet make the bull extremely light – 1575 kg of dry weight.

Lamborghini have put to use these materials in the maddest of ways. See that horizontal stabilizer pinned between the two inferior looking wind guards? That is not a horizontal stabilizer but a rear view mirror. The front nose is narrower than the standard one and is dominated by a highly distinctive carbon fiber air scoop. Upward fins on the side complete the look. The wheels are 20 and 21-inch front and back respectively and carry a five-spoke design and an additional carbon fiber fan-like feature that vents air toward the massive brakes. All you need to know for the back end is that it has a carbon-fiber rear diffuser, four huge tail pipes and an enormous fixed spoiler mounted on the bodyshell by two arms.

So far, only one Aventador J has been made (Unica) and at the end of the Geneva Motor Show it will be sold to someone who would be brave enough and strong enough to handle it. This car is not a concept, not a prototype but a fully functional, road legal roadster.

Soruce: Lamborghini

March 6, 2012

Unica Lamborghini Teaser

Here’s a video from Lamborghini of two quite brisk headlights. It’s actually a teaser video from the Bologna company regarding the upcoming reveal of… something. Most likely, it’ll be called the the Lamborghini Unica. But, there’s a lot speculation going around. Some say it will be the Aventador J Speedster – a Spyder version/concept of the Aventador. Recently some photos have also been circulating the web showing a completely topless Aventador rendering.

In any case, if the the Unica/J Speedster has anything to do with the current Aventador LP 700-4, we should be expecting at the very least a V12, 6.5 liter engine developing 700 units of horsepower and nearly 700 Nm of torque. Hope you like windy weather.

A premiere at the Geneva Motor Show tomorrow will most likely substitute speculation with awe (we hope so). Obviously you can also follow the events on Twitter.

On a side note, Unica roughly translets from Italian into “the one and only” or ‘unique’ if you will.

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Source: Lamborghini via YouTube

March 5, 2012

Lamborghini opens new dealership Lamborghini Paris Ouest

The brand Lamborghini has just opened a new dealership in Paris, France. The name of the showroom is Lamborghini Paris Ouest. In the event was marked with the presence of Stephan Winkelmann, who is the President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. The showroom is situated on 15 Boulevard Gouvion, Saint Cyr and is managed by Lamborghini’s partner Neubauer Group, which is famous with their professional work in Parisian luxury car market. In the new dealership can be seen the entire product range including the two series models – the Gallardo and the Aventador LP 700-4. The latter won 29 international awards for its unique design and innovative technology, which make it the new reference point in the super sports car world. The Aventador has achieved both public and commercial success. In fact, all cars which are going to be manufactured in the first 18 months’ production are already sold. On the other hand the Gallardo is the latest model from Lamborghini and it was presented firstly at the 2011 Super Trofeo Stradale. Moreover, the Gallardo product line-up is the most successful range in the company’s entire history. Given these facts, it is no surprise that since 2003 nearly 12,000 Gallardos have been sold.

The success for Lamborghini in the year if 2011 was major: it sold 1,602 cars (+ 23%). The lrgest market was the United States, followed by China. With the opening of the Lamborghini Paris Ouest, the company plans to improve and strengthen the sales network in France and the world. Moreover this new dealership increases the points of sales and aftersalec in France to five: two in Paris, Mulhouse and Lyon, and one in Montecarlo. In fact, worldwide Lamborghini has more than 120 showrooms in 45 countries.

Source: Lamborghini

January 23, 2012

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 at Auto Shanghai 2011

Lamborghini has introduced Aventador LP 700-4 to the Asian market at the Auto Shanghai 2011. The manufacturer has also revealed Gallardo LP 550-2 Tricolore at a special off-site event held in the Shanghai Expo.

Lamborghini has achieved over 150% sales growth in 2010 compared to 2009, so the Chinese market is very important for the company. The plans of the brand are to expand its dealership network to 20 dealers from fourteen, nowadays.

“Our presence at Auto Shanghai 2011 reflects the importance of the Chinese market, which is now our second most significant after the USA. The appeal of the Lamborghini brand in China is illustrated by the launch here of the Gallardo LP 550-2 Tricolore: definitively Italian, and with all the performance and handling a Lamborghini Gallardo promises. Demand for our cars continues to grow: our worldwide order book for the Lamborghini LP 700-4 Aventador is already eighteen months ahead of production.”, commented Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini.

“The Lamborghini brand has very strong appeal in China, so it is fitting we should launch our new show stand here,” added Mr. Winkelmann.

“Lamborghini also runs regular events in China, including at least one track day every month, Winter and Track Academies, which allows our clients to explore the Lamborghini brand and lifestyle alongside the cars.”, he finished.

Aventador LP 700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is mated to a 7-speed ISR gearbox. 0 to 100 km/h – 2.9 seconds and Vmax – 350 km/h (217 mph).

Gallardo LP 550-2 Tricolore has a 5.2 liter liter V10 with 550PS (404 kW) and 540Nm (400 lb-ft). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox. 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and Vmax – 320 km/h (199 mph).

Auto Shanghai 2011 Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4

Source: Lamborghini

April 19, 2011

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 – specification

Lamborghini Aventador is one of the most eagerly awaited cars, which will hit the market, soon. Except Autoblog.it has released more details about the car.Lamborghini Aventador measures 4 780 millimetres in length, 2 030 millimetres in width and 1 140 millimetres in height.Aventador will be powered by 6.5 liter V12 engine with 700HP (515kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft) mated to a 7-speed single clutch gearbox with independent shifting rods (ISR). (more…)

December 20, 2010

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