A New V12, Not the Old One with Batteries Bolted On
Instead, Lamborghini developed an entirely new naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V12, codenamed L545, for the Revuelto.
That distinction is more than marketing. Developed at the Sant’Agata Bolognese factory, with carbon fiber work done at the in-house Composites Development Center and development work at Lamborghini’s Emissions Technology Center, the powertrain reports a combined output of 1,015 CV. That figure makes the Revuelto the most powerful production Lamborghini ever built.
Three Motors and a New Gearbox Change the Formula
The hybrid architecture splits electric assistance between two axles. A pair of axial-flux electric motors sit on the front axle. A third motor, a radial-flux unit, is positioned above the new eight-speed double-clutch transverse gearbox. This layout gives the Revuelto electric torque vectoring. The gearbox itself is an eight-speed double-clutch unit.
A lightweight lithium-ion battery pack rated at 3.8 kWh feeds the motors. The Revuelto offers a fully electric drive mode, and Città mode is rated at up to 180 CV, covering low-speed urban running on electricity alone with fully electric four-wheel drive. In full Corsa Performance mode, all power sources combine for the complete 1,015 CV.
Carbon Fiber Monocoque and the Chassis Underneath
The Revuelto advances Lamborghini’s carbon fiber work with a new carbon fiber monofuselage chassis structure. Torsional stiffness is reported at 40,000 Nm per degree, giving engineers a rigid foundation for suspension tuning without adding mass.
Rear-wheel steering and CCB Plus carbon ceramic brakes complete the chassis hardware. Weight distribution sits at 44 percent front, 56 percent rear, loading the driven rear axle for traction while keeping the front light enough for steering response.
Mitja Borkert and Centro Stile Lamborghini designed the Revuelto, introducing signature Y-shaped front lights. Development took place partly at the Autodromo Piero Taruffi circuit, with factory driver Andrea Caldarelli conducting track testing. Lamborghini claims the Revuelto generates significantly more aerodynamic load than the Aventador Ultimae, the final variant of its predecessor.
A close-up shot of the front headlight and fender of a white Lamborghini Revuelto, highlighting the intricate Y-shaped DRL design and sharp body lines.
Five Driving Modes, Five Different Cars
Lamborghini structured the Revuelto around several driving modes. Città mode is rated at up to 180 CV, and the Revuelto offers a fully electric drive mode. Strada mode delivers a reported 886 CV. Sport raises output to 907 CV. Corsa Performance unlocks the full 1,015 CV.
The V12 itself revs to a reported 9,500 rpm redline, producing 825 CV at 9,250 rpm from combustion alone. Peak torque is reported at 725 Nm at 6,750 rpm. Specific output of 128 CV per liter from the combustion engine is remarkable. Lamborghini reports the Revuelto accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, reaches 200 km/h in under seven seconds, and exceeds 350 km/h in top speed.
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A close-up of the interior of a Lamborghini Revuelto, focusing on the steering wheel with carbon fiber accents, digital instrument cluster, and orange leather dashboard.
Where the Revuelto Stands in the V12 Lineage
The Revuelto’s U.S. suggested retail price is $604,363. For that money, a buyer gets a naturally aspirated V12 hybrid supercar.
Anyone who has followed the V12 lineage from the Miura through the Countach, Diablo, Murcielago, and Aventador will find the Revuelto’s driving character both familiar and radically updated.
The practical consideration for collectors weighing the Revuelto against alternatives is straightforward: the hybrid system reduces CO2 output by a reported 30 percent compared to the Aventador, reflecting the emissions-focused development that underpins the entire powertrain. That places the Revuelto in a significant position within the V12 lineage.
A close-up shot of the rear of a white Lamborghini Revuelto, focusing on the distinctive Y-shaped taillights, exhaust outlets, and aggressive diffuser.
