Lamborghini Huracan Evo Review: Performance and Features

We all remember the venerable Gallardo supercar that was among the most eminent sports cars of its time. It was the entry-level Lamborghini that spanned a decade, defying the laws of physics, setting up lap times, and becoming increasingly enticing with every passing day. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that it has remained instrumental in building a sound reputation for the Italian brand. However, all good things must come to an end, and after aging gracefully, it was succeeded by the Huracan in 2014 as a perfect replacement for its progenitor.

In due time, the nameplate saw several revisions and iterations, with the most advanced being the Huracan Performante. While it bettered the standard Huracan and received a lot of fame, there was a conundrum that was confronting Lamborghini: what’s next? After spending a lot of time thinking about it, we now have the Huracan Evo, the most spirited supercar from the Huracan rangeland. The car goes up against the Ferrari Portofino and the Aston Martin Vantage.

Exterior Design

As with every supercar update, things witness subtle changes, as these cars are already designed perfectly with aerodynamics in mind, and they must remain true to the brand’s heritage. Likewise, the Huracan Evo receives sparse embellishments to mark the differences with the Performante version. In fact, it almost retains the visage of the Performante. The only difference is the low-slung stance of the car for increased downforce.

Some details include:

• Smashing trapezoidal headlights with several LEDs conjoined.
• A massive bumper housing enormous air intakes.
• Two tiny creases on the contoured hood.

From the side, the bull looks imposing enough, and one will find themselves ogling at it. The fenders are superciliously thick, and the gigantic air intakes on the side and just behind the doors also add to its angry look. Impressively, there’s the incorporation of just one flat crease along the side profile merging with the boot.

The rear is defined by a large glass area under which sits the well-received 5.2-liter V10 naturally aspirated engine. What distinguishes it from the Performante is the entire rear realm, outlined with matte-black garnishing on the bumper and on the diffuser. The spoiler protrudes outwards in the Evo, but a proper full-sized spoiler would make it look even more appealing.

The Huracan Evo measures:

• Length: 4.520m
• Width: 1.933m
• Height: 1.165m
• Wheelbase: 2.620m

Interior Features

The interior of the Evo exudes Italian flair, noticeable in its layout that follows a functionality-over-style theme. The digital instrument cluster provides settings for the drive modes and navigation. The flat-bottomed steering wheel is crisp, and a unique touch is the red knob indicating Strada, Sport, and Corsa modes.

Ubiquitous with all Lamborghinis, the center console is packed with toggle switches for hazard lights, traction control, etc. The more essential functions can be accessed via a touchscreen interface displaying navigation, sound, radio, media, telephone settings, and functions to rejig the suspension settings of the car. Notably, the placement of the engine start/stop button is nicely tucked underneath a red lever for safety.

The Evo also comes equipped with:

• Driver, co-driver, side, and knee airbags
• ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
• EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
• Adaptive suspension
• Carbon ceramic brakes

Engine and Performance

Powering the beast is a 5.2-liter V10 naturally aspirated motor, churning out a thunderous 640 hp and 600 Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission capable of achieving a 0-100 Km/h time of 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 325 Km/h. The weight of the car is supported by 20” Giano cast wheels.

Verdict

The Lamborghini Huracan Evo is a beautifully engineered beast, and there is no two ways about it. It is worthy of the Lamborghini emblem, but there’s a reality check. For most buyers, purchasing the echelon of the range wouldn’t matter, as its lower variants are mighty enough to bring a gleam to their face on occasional racetrack ventures. It might be the connoisseur in the Huracan range, but the question is: is it worth the extra expense (over AED 1.4 million) when it features almost no changes to its design or mechanicals, and the lower variants suffice? An emphatic, No!