2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante Review

By: Ghaith Madadha

January 10,2018

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Introduction

The Lamborghini Huracan Performante is a high-performance supercar designed for both roads and racetracks. It holds the record for the fastest production car at the Nürburgring, achieving a remarkable time of 6:52.01 minutes, surpassing the Porsche 918 Spyder Hypercar.

With its complex aerodynamic design, a weight reduction of 40 kg through carbon fiber components, and an increase of 30 horsepower along with a revised chassis and all-wheel-drive system, this car is incredibly fast, extremely stable in corners, and boasts an eye-catching design.

Main Specifications

Engine: 5.2 liters / V10
Transmission: 7-speed automatic
Power: 640 horsepower / 600 Nm torque
Top Speed: 325 km/h
Price: 1,008,000 AED

Exterior Design

The car features a highly aerodynamic design, highlighted by a sharp front splitter, large front air intakes, a prominent rear spoiler, and dynamic vents along its sides. Its forward-leaning cabin and low window line further enhance its aggressive and sporty appearance.

Interior Design

Lamborghini Huracan Performante 2018 Interior

The interior design is intricate yet intuitive, featuring a start button styled like a rocket launcher, fixed paddle shifters behind the steering wheel, and a chunky steering wheel. It offers improved space and environment compared to its predecessor, the Gallardo, though it still falls short of its cousin, the Audi R8, in terms of headroom and visibility.

Driving Experience

The 2018 Lamborghini Huracan Performante is equipped with a mid-mounted engine that ensures optimal weight distribution. Its 5.2-liter V10 engine is one of the last high-performance naturally aspirated engines, known for its precise response and suitable throttle control.

This powerful engine generates 600 Nm of torque at 6500 RPM and 640 horsepower at 8000 RPM, and the sound produced when you press the accelerator is beautifully exhilarating.

On the highway, with its all-wheel-drive system and aerodynamic design that reduces drag, the Lamborghini Huracan Performante can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds and from 0-200 km/h in 8.9 seconds, reaching a top speed of 325 km/h.

The car’s powerful thrust is complemented by its dual-clutch transmission, which offers quick, smooth, and precise gear changes, along with a rear-biased all-wheel-drive system and rear differential power distribution that maximizes performance and translates it into staggering momentum.

In terms of handling, the Huracan Performante boasts strong grip and focused control, thanks to its active aerodynamic system that channels airflow around and beneath the vehicle through side vents and the large rear spoiler, reducing drag. Its stiff suspension and adaptive dampers provide taut handling, allowing drivers to adjust suspension stiffness, transmission sensitivity, and throttle response through various driving modes.