Lamborghini has unveiled the very last Aventador, the LP780-4 ULTIMAE. It is the latest update to Lamborghini's flagship model, joining the ranks of the LP700-4 and S. But, it represents more than just the end of the Aventador name, so it's a lot more special than you might think.
Updated 05/03/2022: Lamborghini took both, the Aventador Ultimae Coupe and Roadster, out for a nice trip on the roads of Emilia Romagna and the Marches. The results are stunning and you can see it in our latest picture gallery. Limited to only 350 coupes and 250 roadsters, the production of the Ultimae - and the traditional V-12 engine - will come to an end in the upcoming months.
Overview
Lamborghini, as promised, unveiled its last-ever hypercar to be powered by a naturally aspirated V-12. As we know, the Italian manufacturer intends on adding some form of a hybrid powertrain to every Lamborghini by 2023.
The Aventador LP780-4 Ultimae is a blend of the Aventador S and the Aventador SVJ, and is available as both a coupe and a Roadster.
Exterior
The Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae receives a redesigned front fascia in terms of aesthetics. Its splitter has been increased in size, and air inlets have been installed to improve the car's aerodynamics.
Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae LP 780 - 4 dimensions
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Wheelbase |
2,700 mm (106.30 in.) |
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Overall length |
4,868 mm (191.65 in.) |
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Overall width (excluding/including mirrors) |
2,098 mm (82.60 in.)/ 2,273 mm (89.49 in.) |
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Overall height |
1,136 mm (44.72 in.) |
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Track (front – rear) |
1,720 mm (67.71 in) – 1,680 mm (66.14 in.) |
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Ground clearance (standard – lifting) |
115 ± 2 mm (front with lifting 155 mm) |
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Dry weight |
1,550 kg (3,417 lb) |
Interior
This Ultimae features leather and Alcantara upholstery on the inside. The seats also have carbon parts and a "Y" motif. The "Ultimae" insignia is seen next to the seat, and there is also a plaque displaying the car number on the driver's side. Otherwise, the Ultimae is the Aventador you know and love.
Performance
The Lamborghini Aventador LP 780-4 Ultimae is powered by the ferocious 6.5-liter V-12 engine. The number 780 on the nameplate denotes the power of this beast in PS, so we're talking about 769 horsepower to go with 531 pound-feet of torque.
The liberal use of carbon fiber helps Lamborghini to keep the weight down. The LP 780-4 weighs in at 3,417 pounds. The 7-speed transmission sends power to all four wheels. 0-60 mph is done away within just 2.9 seconds, and It takes 8.7 seconds to reach 124 mph. The Italian bull can reach speeds of up to 220 miles per hour. It includes four-wheel steering, just like the Aventador S, for nimble cornering.
2021 Lamborghini Aventador Ultimae LP 780 - 4 specifications
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Type |
V12, 60°, MPI |
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Displacement |
6,498 cc (396.5 cu. in) |
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Bore and stroke |
Ø 95 mm x 76.4 mm (3.74 in. x 3 in.) |
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Valve per cylinder |
4 |
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Valve gear |
Variable valve timing electronically controlled |
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Compression ratio |
11.8 ± 0.2 |
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Maximum power |
780 HP @ 8,500 rpm |
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Maximum torque |
531 LB-FT @ 6,750 rpm |
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Top speed |
355 km/h (220 mph) |
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2.8 sec. |
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8.7 sec. |
Lamborghini LP 780 4 Ultimae Pricing and Availability
The Lamborghini LP 780-4 Ultimae will be limited to just 350 units in coupe form while there will be 250 Lamborghini LP 780-4 Roadsters as well.
Pricing has yet to be announced by Lamborghini. However, we can take an easy guess that since this is a limited run Lambo and the last in the reign of V-12s, prices will be north of half a million dollars.
Conclusion
Lamborghini was unlikely to introduce a new model in the traditional sense. According to the automaker's initial plan, a fully new top model should have debuted by now, but in light of the advancement of EVs, the sports carmaker has chosen to give the ten-year-old Lamborghini one last facelift. The most recent edition should increase the life cycle by a few years.
The very first examples have been already delivered, and the supercar will be on display at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from July 8 to 11.
You can watch Lamborghini's CEO Stefan Winkelmann unveil the Ultimae below: