Lamborghini Huracan Review 2024
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Lamborghini Huracan At A Glance
Based on the brilliant R8 with a thunderous 5.2-litre V10. Surprisingly easy to drive, with slick seven-speed auto gearbox. Huge improvement over the Gallardo.
Feels a lot like the Audi R8. Steering lacks fluidity at high speeds. Still no match for the Ferrari 458.
The Huracan is a powerful step forward for Lamborghini and a big improvement over the hugely successful but flawed Gallardo. The Huracan is driven by a revised version of the Gallardo's thunderous V10, but surpasses its predecessor on handling, thanks to a carbon fibre and aluminium chassis, new four-wheel drive system and a seven-speed duel clutch gearbox.
As a result, the Huracan is brutally quick in a straight line and in the corners, with the 5.2-litre V10 engine peaking at 610PS with 560Nm of torque. As a result, the 0-62mph sprint takes just 3.2 seconds and top speed is a 202mph.
However, the Huracan is not as unique as Lamborghini would like you to believe. On the contrary, the engine, chassis, four-wheel drive system and gearbox are all sourced from Audi, which means the Huracan shares quite a lot of its innovations with the R8.
Yet, despite its Germanic origins, the Huracan feels every inch a Lamborghini, harking back to the hairy chested Italian supercars of the 1970s and 1980s, with thunderous acceleration and an ear piercing howl that erupts from the moment you thumb the starter button.
The V10 is a brilliant engine and blends effortlessly with the new seven-speed automatic 'box, which delivers instantaneous gear changes. Likewise, the four-wheel drive system offers outstanding grip and handling, with the rear-biased 42/58 set up giving a more predictable ride, although the steering still feels a touch tentative when pushed to the very limits.
The quality of the cabin is better too, with a modern interior that rivals some of the best in the supercar business. All-round visibility has also been improved over the Gallardo, although the Huracan still has some considerable blind spots, which makes parallel parking a sweaty palmed experience.
Compared to the car it replaces, the Huracan is a revelation. Not only does it surpasses the Gallardo for performance, with outstanding acceleration and grip, but the Huracan also injects some much needed finesse at the lower end of the spectrum, with improved everyday usability, thanks to its new gearbox and cabin.
There’s one downside though - the Audi R8. Indeed, the Huracan shares a lot of its technology with the Audi and some enthusiasts will no doubt take issue with the uncomfortable gulf in price between the two supercars. Yet, despite this, it's difficult to take issues with the brilliance of the Huracan. It's fast, loud and beautiful, which will tick all of the Lamborghini boxes for all but the most ardent of supercar buyers. .
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Lamborghini Huracan handling and engines
- Engines range from 5.2 LP-580 to 5.2 LP-640-2
Usually, when reviewing the handling and driveability of a supercar, the headlines are dominated with supersonic top speeds and spine tingling acceleration figures. But the Lamborghini Huracan is different. In fact, the first thing that strikes you about it is its superb refinement and usability at low speeds.
Unlike its predecessor, which staggered along at sub-30mph speeds with the grace of an angry horse, the Huracan is smooth, comfortable and - dare we say it - relaxing. The key to the improvement lies in the new seven-speed duel clutch gearbox, which is better suited to coping with stop start traffic. The throttle response and braking is better, which means you can crawl along at rush hour and not worry about lurching into the car in front.
When it comes to the business end of things, the Huracan is brilliant, with breathtaking acceleration, grip and eye watering top speeds. The chassis is all-new and uses a hybrid construction to combine carbon and aluminium elements. This means the Huracan weighs the same as a Ford Focus - albeit with a 610PS V10 in the boot.
The 5.2-litre engine needs little encouragement, with the V10 delivering a colossal 560Nm of torque. As a result, the 0-62mph dash takes 3.2 seconds and continues all the way to a top speed of 202mph. Unlike the Gallardo, which had steel brakes, the Huracan is fitted with carbon-ceramic brakes, which makes it sharper underfoot, without the danger of fading when hot.
The Huracan has three driving modes that can be chosen via a switch on the steering wheel, which alter the gearbox, four-wheel drive system and engine behaviour. The engine also grows progressively louder, depending on the set-up you choose.
The double wishbone suspension, with electric dampers absorbs most lumps and bumps in the road, although the ride is always on the firm side of things, but never uncomfortably so. Obviously, things sharpen up as you change the driving modes, but things never feel like they are edging out of control as you notch up the settings.
The four-wheel system complements the V10 engine, with perfect balance, which lets the driver chop through corners with impressive efficiency. Although we noted that the steering occasionally felt a touch tentative when pushed to the very limits, but we suspect this has more to do with the car's numerous electronic aids than behaviour of the actual chassis.
| Engine | MPG | 0-62 | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.2 LP-580 | 23–24 mpg | 3.4–3.6 s | 278–332 g/km |
| 5.2 LP-610 | 23 mpg | 3.4 s | 285 g/km |
| 5.2 LP-640 | 15–21 mpg | 2.9–3.1 s | 314–338 g/km |
| 5.2 LP-640 Spyder | 14 mpg | 3.1 s | 314 g/km |
| 5.2 LP-640-2 | - | 2.9 s | - |
| LP610-2 | - | 3.3–3.5 s | 330–335 g/km |
Lamborghini Huracan interior
- Euro NCAP rating of five stars
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4459–4520 mm |
| Width | 2236 mm |
| Height | 1165–1180 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm |
Like all other aspects of the Huracan, the cabin is a big step up from the old Gallardo, with a modern dashboard, eye catching switches and a pair of comfortable seats. Head and legroom is also better, while there has been significant improvements to heat and sound protection from the huge V10 lump in the back.
The dashboard is a particular highlight, with aircraft-inspired switches and buttons. Indeed, the layout is a thing of beauty and surprisingly central for a supercar, with the console operating everything from infotainment to stability control. However, as nice as they’re to look out, they can confuse the unwary, with the passenger window switch located perilously close to the ESC off button.
On the plus side, the seats are comfortable and supportive for long trips and all-round visibility is decent with a wraparound windscreen and a large pair of wing mirrors, although the usual supercar blind spots remain at the sides.
The driver's side of the dashboard is dominated by a 12.3-inch screen, located behind the steering wheel, which shows all of the car’s critical information. The display is clear and easy to read and can be customised to minimise the rev counter and enlarge the navigation map. There’s also a small set of computerised dials above the centre console, displaying oil and water temperatures.
The two-tone interior is well-constructed and more upmarket than the Gallardo, with everything feeling like it has been attached with a sense of longevity. It can also be made to fit all tastes, with a choice of nine contrasting colours, which include bright green and luminous yellow.
Boot space is limited to just 150 litres though, which means you’ll struggle to get anything more than one or two small bags into the boot. But there are a few useful pockets in the cabin and space behind the seats for jackets.
Lamborghini Huracan models and specs
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Length | 4459–4520 mm |
| Width | 2236 mm |
| Height | 1165–1180 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight | 1380–1572 kg |
| Boot Space | - |
| Warranty | 3 years / Unlimited miles |
| Servicing | 9000 miles |
| Costs | |
|---|---|
| List Price | £164,880–£260,012 |
| Insurance Groups | 50 |
| Road Tax Bands | M |
| Official MPG | 14.2–23.7 mpg |
| Euro NCAP Safety Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Adult | - |
| Child | - |
| Pedestrian | - |
| Overall | 5 |
Currently on sale
| Coupe | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 5.2 LP610-2 Evo 2dr | £164,880 | - | 3.3 s |
| 5.2 LP640-4 Evo 2dr | £198,787 | 15.0 mpg | 2.9 s |
| LP 640-2 STO V10 DCT LDF Auto Start/Stop 2dr | £260,012 | - | 2.9 s |
| LP 640-2 Tecnica V10 DCT LDF Auto Start/Stop 2dr | £203,693 | - | - |
| LP610-4 Sterrato V10 DCT LDF Auto Start/Stop 2dr | £232,820 | - | - |
| LP640-4 Evo Fluo Capsule V10 LDF Auto Start/Stop 2dr | - | - | 2.9 s |
| Roadster | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 5.2 LP610-2 Evo Spyder 2dr | - | - | 3.5 s |
| 5.2 LP640-4 Evo Spyder 2dr | £218,137 | 14.2 mpg | 3.1 s |
| LP640-4 Evo 60th Anniversary V10 LDF Auto Start/Stop 2dr | - | - | - |
On sale until July 2020
| Coupe | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 5.2 LP580-2 Coupe 2dr | £157,525 | 23.7 mpg | 3.4 s |
| 5.2 LP640-4 Performante 2dr | £210,050 | 20.6 mpg | 2.9 s |
| Roadster | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Version | List Price | MPG | 0-62 |
| 5.2 LP580-2 Spyder 2dr | £173,065 | 23.4 mpg | 3.6 s |
| 5.2 LP610-4 Spyder 2dr | £201,001 | 23.0 mpg | 3.4 s |
| 5.2 LP640-4 Performante Spdr 2dr | £236,219 | 20.2 mpg | 3.1 s |
Model History
December 2013
Lamborghini unveils the new Huracan
With its pure and unique design, an innovative technology package, outstanding dynamics and excellent quality, the Huracán offers a super sports car experience on a whole new level. The Huracan combines absolute performance with easy-to drive road behavior and both luxurious and sport-oriented finish.
The new Huracán, has been developed from scratch down to the very last detail and, like the Gallardo and most other Lamborghini models, derives its name from the world of bullfighting. The fighting bull Huracán of the Spanish Conte de la Patilla breed was known for his outstanding courage and strong sense of attack. He fought in Alicante in August 1879, showing his unrelenting character and remaining defiant and invincible, thus entering into the legend of fighting bulls' history.
The new Huracan revolutionizes the design language of the Gallardo and is pure in its lines: precise technology and top level craftsmanship meet an audacious design with sharp edges, monolithic and sculptured volumes and precise surfaces. The starting point is the silhouette of the Huracán, born out of the desire of creating an automobile, whose profile is defined by only one line that merges the front with the cockpit and the rear of the car. The lateral windows come together to create a hexagonal form inserted like a glass jewel in the car's profile.
Also by night is the Huracan unmistakably a Lamborghini. Not only are the main headlamps equipped with full LED illumination, but all other light functions also feature state-of-the-art LED technology as a standard feature for the first time in the segment.
The interior is dominated by an innovative cockpit. A 12.3 inch full-color TFT instrument panel delivers all car information to the driver, from rev counter to navigation maps and infotainment functions, and can be configured by the driver in different setups. Fine Nappa leather and Alcantara distinguish the interior, with several color combinations offered to ensure broad individualization options. The design of dashboard and central tunnel underline a new lightness in the interior. Superb craftsmanship guarantees the highest quality and sense of luxury throughout.
Systematic lightweight design and Automobili Lamborghini's extensive expertise in carbon fiber come together in the Huracán's new hybrid chassis -- an integrated structure of carbon and aluminum elements. With a dry weight of 1,422 kg it enables not only the excellent power-to-weight ratio of just 2.33 kilograms per horse power, but also guarantees race-car precision with
outstanding stiffness.
The new 5.2 liter V10 engine delivers a maximum power of 448 kW / 610 HP at 8,250 rpm and a maximum torque of 560 Nm at 6.500 rpm. In the new ''Iniezione Diretta Stratificata'' (IDS), direct and indirect gasoline injections are smartly combined. This results in more power and torque with lower fuel consumption and emissions compared with the Gallardo V10 engine. The top speed of over 201mph and the acceleration from 0 to 62mph in 3.2 seconds and to 124mph in 9.9 seconds only partially describe the dynamic experience at the wheel of the Huracán. Also thanks to the Stop & Start technology, the combined EU consumption figure has been further reduced to 26mpg (290 g/km CO2emissions). The engine complies with EU6 emissions regulation.
The power of the V10 engine is brought to the road via the new 7-speed dual clutch transmission ''Lamborghini Doppia Frizione'' (LDF) and fully electronically controlled four-wheel drive system. The different driving modes of the Huracán can be selected via a driving dynamics selector switch in the steering wheel -- from traction-oriented on the road to extreme performance on the race track, with three setups of the dynamics system: STRADA, SPORT and CORSA.
The different modes ensure extensive modification in road behavior of the Huracan. In particular they influence the set-ups of several systems, such as the gearbox and engine behavior, the sound, the four-wheel-drive system and electronic stability control. The Huracán's carbon-ceramic brakes are a standard feature for consistently superb braking performance. The ''Lamborghini Dynamic Steering'' variable steering ratio system and magneto-rheologic suspension damper control are both available as options for further customization of the Huracan's dynamic behavior. They are also calibrated via the three different dynamic set-ups.
