The Italian supercar company has confirmed that its Urus
SUV concept, which was introduced at the Bejing Auto Show in 2012, will be
a reality by 2017.
Specific details about the production version of the Urus
are very thin on the ground but what is certain is that, unlike its flagship
supercars, this vehicle will not have a V12 engine, unless it is a very frugal
powerplant and one mated to a battery motor.
European emissions laws will be so tight by 2017 that the
V12 will have been consigned to history by pretty much every motor manufacturer
– even Ferrari – by that time.
Most likely is a de-tuned V10 like the one in the existing Gallardo supercar or a twin turbo V8 to ensure maximum
torque and power even at low speeds. That said, one thing that is clear is that
Lamborghini is hoping that the final engine produces 600bph – i.e., more than a
Ferrari Enzo.
The news follows a similar announcement from Bentley. The luxury carmaker has
also signaled its intent to build a car to compete with the Range Rover, and as
both Bentley and Lamborghini have the same parent company, VW, don’t be
surprised if both SUVs happen to be the same width, length and height.
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