Full Spec: New Murcielago Replacement LP700-4 Revealed!

Lamborghini’s Murcielago replacement isn’t due to make its public debut until the Geneva Motor Show next year; however, the full spec of the new car has been leaked online!

We have Teamspeed internet forum to thank for this as a dealer brochure was posted on their side. The new car, code named LP837, is powered by a 6.5-litre V12 engine which develops 515kW and 690Nm. 0 – 100km/h takes just 2.9 seconds making this one of the fastest supercars today. Top speed, which will eventually be limited to 250km/h, is confirmed to be 350km/h.

It has also been revealed the car will be badged LP700-4, meaning 4-wheel-drive with 700hp. Power is sent to the four corners via a 7-speed robotised gearbox, which swaps gears in just 50ms. The 4-wheel-drive system uses an electronically-controlled Haldex system. The car also features a race car style pushrod suspension setup.

The raging bull will also sit on 19-inch rims at the front and 20-inch rims at the back. Stopping power comes courtesy of massive 400mm carbon ceramic brakes at the front and 380mm at the back. The LP700-4 will be very similar in size to the soon to be superseded Murcielago, except being a little longer.

Weight reduction is the mainstay of most car manufacturers. In a quest to cut weight, the new car will feature a carbon-fibre monocoque chassis. Weight is down from 1,650kg to 1,575kg. Other technologies on the new car include jet fighter style TFT dials and electronically controlled rear spoiler and side intakes.

Well healed buyers will be able to choose from 13 standard exterior colours at launch, including three matt finishes and two new shades – Argos Orange and Estoque Grey. There will also be 12 interior colours on offer. Buyers who want to match the colour of their car to their Victorian drapes need not despair, as Lamborghini will create any colour they want through Lamborghini’s Ad Personam programme.

Lamborghini Murcielago LP700-4 Order Guide

Image: AutoExpress, Teamspeed

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