Lamborghini Aventador Super Veloce debuts at Geneva with 750hp
Lamborghini has revealed the Aventador Super Veloce at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, delivering more power, less weight and dramatic aerodynamic upgrades.
Lamborghini has launched the Aventador Super Veloce at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, introducing a lighter, more powerful and more aggressive version of its flagship V12 supercar. The new Aventador SV, presented in a striking yellow, follows in the footsteps of previous Super Veloce models such as the Miura SV, Diablo SV and Murciélago SV.
The Aventador SV builds on the standard Aventador’s 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12, but power is raised by 50hp to 750hp (552kW). Lamborghini claims the SV weighs 50kg less than the regular model, tipping the scales at 1,525kg. The weight saving comes from extensive use of carbon fibre and a stripped-back interior, as well as a revised body kit.
Aerodynamics and performance
Lamborghini has reworked the Aventador’s aerodynamics for the SV, introducing a larger front splitter, new rear diffuser and a fixed rear wing. These changes are not only visual: the company says aerodynamic efficiency is up by 150 percent over the standard Aventador, with downforce improved by 170 percent. The result is a car that should offer greater stability and grip at high speeds.
The 7-speed automated manual transmission and all-wheel drive system remain, but the combination of extra power and reduced weight delivers improved acceleration. Lamborghini quotes a 0-100km/h time of 2.8 seconds, shaving a tenth off the standard car. Top speed has not been officially disclosed at launch, but is expected to be in excess of 350km/h.
Market positioning and pricing
The Aventador SV sits at the top of Lamborghini’s range as a more focused, track-oriented flagship. Its launch at Geneva puts it up against other high-performance debuts at the show, including the Ferrari 488 GTB and Porsche Cayman GT4. Lamborghini has confirmed European sales will begin in spring 2015, with a starting price of €327,190 before taxes and options.
Production numbers have not been announced, but previous Super Veloce models have been built in limited quantities. Buyers can expect a car that combines the Aventador’s naturally aspirated V12 drama with sharper handling and a more aggressive design.
Comparison with previous Super Veloce models
- Miura SV: Introduced in 1971, last and most powerful Miura at the time.
- Diablo SV: Launched in 1995, rear-wheel drive, lighter and more powerful than standard Diablo.
- Murciélago SV: Revealed in 2009, lighter and more powerful, limited production.
The Aventador SV continues Lamborghini’s tradition of producing lighter, faster variants at the end of a model’s lifecycle, offering collectors and enthusiasts a more extreme version of the V12 flagship.
