2015 Lamborghini Huracan

2015 Lamborghini Huracan Reviews

2015 Huracan, that mill is a new, direct injection, 5.2-liter V-10 that produces 601 hp at a sky-high 8250 rpm and reaches its peak torque of 413 lb-ft at 6500 rpm. That’s an increase of nearly 50 horses and 15 lb-ft compared to the top-spec Gallardo LP570-4. Better yet, it’s mated to a new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, which replaces the slow-shifting, head-whipping single-clutch auto in the Gallardo. Combined with the all-wheel-drive system, Lamborghini says the Huracan’s powertrain will propel the coupe from 0-62 mph in just 3.2 seconds, while reaching 124 mph should only take 9.9 seconds.

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2015 Lamborghini Huracan Transmission

A big question mark is the availability of a manual transmission. That bit of info was missing from the Huracán’s press materials and a Lamborghini rep said it’s too soon to disclose the inclusion of a row-your-own gearbox. Also unknown is if the Huracán will follow in the Gallardo’s footsteps and spawn a rear-drive variant for drivers seeking an even risker experience behind the wheel. As previously reported, the 2015 Huracan and next-generation Audi R8 share a new chassis constructed of aluminum and carbon fiber to help shave curb weight.

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2015 Lamborghini Huracan Specs

Tipping the scales at 3135 pounds (dry weight), the Huracan's stronger engine means that it only has to lug around about 5.1 pounds per horsepower. The Huracan should also be more fuel efficient thanks to engine stop-start technology. We’ll have to wait to drive both the Lamborghini and new R8 to decide if the cars provide two distinct driving experiences despite sharing platforms.

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2015 Lamborghini Huracan Performance

That said, the 2015 Huracan sports a number of improved performance hardware. For starters, carbon-ceramic brakes are now standard and a new magneto-rheologic suspension system is offered as an option. Also available is a variable steering ratio. The new Lamborghini is fitted with three driving modes, which can be selected via a switch mounted on the center spoke of the Huracán’s steering wheel. Lamborghini hasn’t released detailed info on the three modes Strada (road), Sport, and Corsa (track)  but it should tweak the behavior of the gearbox, all-wheel-drive system, stability control, and engine.

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2015 Lamborghini Huracan Design

The Huracan showcases many design cues from its bigger brother the Aventador, with trapezoidal air vents and sheetmetal and sharp creases dominating its body. Compared to the Gallardo, the Huracan is fitted with larger air scoops to cool the engine and rear brakes. And while it lacks the Aventador’s intricate set of louvered glass panels covering its engine bay, the Huracan’s rear end is plenty dramatic thanks to ginormous exhaust tips and sleek taillights. Speaking of the taillights, all lighting elements are LEDs, including the headlights. Article source