The Lamborghini Temerario packs even more horsepower (and more syllables) than its predecessor.
Times are changing for Lamborghini, as we move from the era of Aventador and Huracán to Revuelto and Temerario. The latter just made its debut during Monterey Car Week, packing all-new styling (as you’d expect), as well as a completely different powertrain. Instead of a rip-snorting V10 like its Gallardo and Huracán predecessors, the new Temerario packs a mid-mounted 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8. That’s hardly the end of the story, though, as we’re also in the age of electrification. So, in addition to a high-strung V8 in a hot-V configuration (with the turbos between the two banks), it also gets three electric motors to make some serious power.
On its own, the flat-plane crank V8 engine manages 789 horsepower on its way to a stratospheric 10,000 RPM redline, as well as 538 lb-ft of torque between 4,000 and 7,000 RPM. Factor in the trio of electric motors, and the Temerario makes an impressive 907 horsepower. Each motor, in turn, puts out 148 horsepower, with two on situated on the front axle and the third sandwiched between the engine and 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. That motor exists primarily to ward off turbo lag and be a “torque gap filler”, while the engine revs toward peak output. Overall torque remains the same even with the electric motors, at 538 lb-ft. The e-motor adjacent to the transmission also acts as a starter-motor/generator, as you can technically drive the car in fully electric mode (more on that in a moment).
Flat-out, the 2025 Lamborghini Temerario claims a top speed of 213 mph, which only puts it 5 mph behind its larger V12 sibling. 0-62 mph also comes up in a respectable 2.7 seconds, while the front electric motors help this model’s handling chops by way of precise torque vectoring in tight corners. To adapt with various driving conditions, the Temerario has driving modes ranging through Città (City), Strada, Sport, Corsa, Corsa Plus and Drift, as well as three modes controlling the electric motors’ behavior: Hybrid, Performance and Recharge.
Alongside the 4.0-liter V8, the Lamborghini Temerario manages its electric driving experience by way of a 3.8-kWh lithium-ion battery. The automaker actually positioned the battery pack within the central tunnel to improve weight distribution and keep the center of gravity low, while moving the gearbox behind the engine. Lamborghini says the car’s onboard charger can replenish the battery in about 30 minutes (makes sense, given a Level 2 charger’s 7.2-kW output), though most owners will probably stick to letting the engine and regenerative braking top off the battery on their own.
Inside the 2025 Lamborghini Temerario
The now-defunct Huracán certainly turned heads with its wedge shape and crazily angular interior, and its successor fundamentally sticks to that formula. That said, you’d expect the interior to get a range of updates, and the Temerario certainly does that. There’s a new 9.1-inch infotainment screen with far fewer buttons on the center stack, though you still get the traditional starter button under a red flap. There are quite a few technological updates to make Lambo’s newest model a more comfortable daily driver, including 18-way power adjustable, heated and ventilated seats. Leather is everywhere throughout the cabin, while you’re also treated to carbon fiber and suede.
True to form for high-end sports cars these days, the 2025 Lamborghini Temerario includes its own onboard data recorder, when equipped with the “Lamborghini Vision Unit” system: a three-camera system with a dedicated control unit. The Lamborghini Telemetry 2.0 app can provide data on 150 different racetracks, while there’s also a dashcam function and a “Memories Recorder” that allows drivers to record up to two minutes of driving at a time.
Lamborghini also says its new aluminum space frame chassis not only helps the curb weight and torsional rigidity, but provides better passenger and luggage space than any other vehicle in its segment. And by “segment”, we’re primarily talking about cars like the Ferrari 296 GTB, the McLaren GTS and the Porsche 911 Turbo S.
How much will the Temerario cost?
Among all the pieces of information Lamborghini shared on the new Temerario, pricing unfortunately wasn’t one of them. However, it’s a bit of a “sky’s the limit” situation, since you can have it in one of over 400 colors or special exterior liveries through the company’s Ad Personam customization program. You can get three different wheel designs, carbon fiber trim, different interior colors and stitching options and much more. If you’re gunning for performance, the Alleggerita package helps shed 55 pounds off the curb weight and adds a range of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic aerodynamic pieces like a splitter, side skirts and rear decklid spoiler.
Just before it went out of production, the Huracán started around $250,000 and ran over $350,000 depending on the trims and options you chose. I wouldn’t expect this model to be any less expensive (particularly with the hybrid powertrain), so expect a starting price tag somewhere around $300,000.
The 2025 Lamborghini Temerario will go on sale early next year.
