Lamborghini Huracán
The Huracán's name (huracán being the Spanish word for hurricane) is inspired by a Spanish fighting bull, similar to various other Lamborghini car models. Huracán was a bull known for its courage that fought in 1879. Also Huracan is the Mayan god of wind, storm and fire.
Engine
The Huracán maintains the 5.2 L naturally aspirated Audi/Lamborghini V10 engine from the Gallardo, tuned for 610 PS (449 kW; 602 hp). To ensure its balance and performance, the car is mid-engined. The V10 has both direct fuel injection and multi-point fuel injection. It combines the benefits of both of these systems; it is the first time this combination is used in a V10. To increase its efficiency the Huracán's engine also includes a start-stop system.
Performance
With a dry weight of 1,422 kg (3,135 lb), the Huracán has a power-to-weight ratio of 2.36 kg (5.20 lb) per horsepower.
Road test acceleration
- 0–97 km/h (60 mph): 2.5 s
- 0–300 km/h (186 mph): 27.6 s
- 0– 1⁄4 mile: 10.4 s @ 217 km/h (135 mph)
- 0–1 km (0.62 mi): 19.1 s @ 272.20 km/h (169 mph)
- Maximum speed: 342 km/h (212.5 mph)
Technical information
| Displacement | 5,204 cm3 (317.6 cu in) |
| Max. power | 610 PS (449 kW; 602 hp) @ 8,250 rpm |
| Weight to Power | 2.36 kg (5.20 lb) / hp |
| Max. torque | 560 N·m (413 lb·ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
| CO2 emissions | 290 g/km |
The Huracán has electronically controlled all-wheel drive, which aims to increase the traction on various surfaces and the overall performance of the car. The car has a 7-speed dual clutch transmission, Lamborghini's new 'Doppia Frizione' (Dual Clutch) gearbox. The transmission performs differently depending on the mode the driver has selected.The Huracán will only be available with an automatic transmission; a manual will not be offered.
The Huracán also has a magnetically controlled suspension system. It utilises magnetorheological dampers to very quickly change how the suspension acts, ensuring performance as well as usability.
The Huracan has various components in common with the next generation Audi R8. This is due to both of the cars' utilization of Volkswagen Group sportscar technology.
The Huracán features various interior options for more comfort inside the car. It features a choice for full electric control and heating of the sport seats in addition to the standard lengthwise alignment and electric backrest. The car also has an optional navigation system and leather upholstering.The Huracán is one of the first sports cars moving infotainment out of the center stack: Lamborghini Infotainment System. The result: a display that lets the driver decide what they want to see. It is the first vehicle to use the 12.3 inch TFT virtual cockpi from parent company Audi,which is available with high-definition (1440 x 540) 3D computer graphics, Bluetooth, Google Earth GPS navigation and Multi Media Interface-like menu and dashboard controls, all powered by NvidiaTegra 3.
Various aspects of the Huracán are technologically advanced. The car has full LED headlamps, which ensures higher contrast in night conditions. Also, the Huracán has optional "Lamborghini Dynamic Steering" (LDS) to add to the standard power steering. The Dynamic Steering changes the steering performance from normal, comfortable steering to a racing feeling. The main control for changing the car's performance according to driving conditions is the mode selector ANIMA (Adaptive Network Intelligent Management). ANIMA controls the engine, the transmission, LDS, the all-wheel drive, magnetorheological suspension, and the electronic stability control. The Lamborghini Piattaforma Inerziale (LPI) carries out precise measurements of the vehicle movements using on board sensors (3 accelerometers and 3 gyroscopes) linked to ANIMA via high-speed FlexRay CAN bus. The driver can select street, sport, or race mode to alter how systems like the engine or transmission respond while driving. Depending on what mode is selected, even engine sound is different.
Road test acceleration for LP580-2 version
- 0–97 km/h (60 mph): 3.6 s
- 0–300 km/h (186 mph): 37.6 s
- 0– 1⁄4 mile: 11.7 s @ 201 km/h (124.9 mph)
The Huracán's chassis is assembled by Lamborghini's parent company Audi in Neckarsulm, Germany. It is transported to the Lamborghini headquarters in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy, where the final assembly occurs.
Within the first month of the Huracán LP 610-4 preview period, 700 orders of the vehicle were obtained. Before the official launch, Lamborghini registered more than 1,000 orders of the Huracán LP 610-4.
| Year | Units | 610-4 Coupé | 610-4 Spyder |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013[37] | 76 | 76 | - |
| 2014 | 1,540 | 1,540 | - |
| 2015[38] | 2,242 | 2,242 | - |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A |
| Production | 2014–present |
| Assembly | Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy |
| Designer | Filippo Perini |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door coupé 2-door spyder |
| Layout | Longitudinal, M4 layout (LP610-4) or MR layout (LP580-2, LP620-2) |
| Related | Audi R8 |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 5.2 L V10 |
| Transmission | 7-speed Dual-clutch transmission |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm (103.1 in) |
| Length | 4,459 mm (175.6 in) |
| Width | 1,924 mm (75.7 in) |
| Height | 1,165 mm (45.9 in) |
| Curb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lamborghini Gallardo |
