O Lamborghini Huracán no longer exists. The Italian supercar brand has replaced it with the new Temerario, the “entry-level” performance offering that brings the legacy of the baby Lambo to an electrified future. While the power numbers have car fans drooling, many are lamenting the loss of the naturally aspirated V10 – and the sound that came with it. And thanks to a new spy video, it seems they have a good reason for that. While the new V8 sounds delicious, it lacks the je ne sais quoi of its predecessor.
Spied testing at the Nürburgring, the Temerario has a V8 with a decidedly anonymous sound. Due to stricter emissions regulations (particularly in Europe), downsized turbocharged V8s are quieter than before, and that is evident here. Although it can never be described as dull or uninspiring, the roar of the baby Lambo has been muffled.
Racing through the Green Hell, the muted exhaust sound could be mistaken for something German, like a prestigious performance car. Of course, there is a chance that the new Temerario will have a more evocative exhaust sound up close and at full throttle, but customers will miss the visceral noise of the old ten-cylinder engine.
Although it is a shame, combustion faithful can at least be grateful that the Temerario gains motivation from a gasoline engine. Electrification has swept through all segments, including the supercar and hypercar classes. As such, certain sacrifices need to be made. But Lamborghini has done its best to make the new engine exciting.
The 4.0-liter V8 may be smaller than the 5.2-liter V10, but thanks to the advent of three electric motors, the Temerario is significantly more powerful. It produces a total of 908 horsepower, compared to the previous model’s maximum power of 631 hp. Additionally, the new V8 revs up to a staggering 10,000 rpm, which is remarkable for any engine, let alone one with eight cylinders. A plug-in hybrid system means the Temerario can be operated solely on electric power, further reducing emissions and fuel consumption.
Performance data also tells a positive story. 0-62 mph is dispatched in less than 2.7 seconds, while top speed exceeds the 210 mph mark. Although all these improvements are welcome, a Lamborghini has always been more than numbers on paper. An exciting noise – one that gives you a shiver down your spine – has always been part of the package, and based on this initial sample, it seems that the new model falls short of its predecessor in some aspects. That said, we hope the aftermarket scene caters to those seeking more noise.
