LAMBORGHINI REVUELTO SV: THE QUANTUM OF DRIVING

Automobili Lamborghini has introduced the Revuelto SV, the latest chapter in its Super Veloce lineage and a more focused evolution of the Revuelto, the marque’s first V12 High Performance Electrified Vehicle. Limited to 1,963 examples, the new model takes its name from the Italian words Super Veloce, a designation Lamborghini has historically reserved for its most performance-oriented derivatives.

The number of cars produced is deliberate: 1,963 refers to the year Lamborghini was founded. The company was established by Ferruccio Lamborghini on 7 May 1963 in Sant’Agata Bolognese, near Bologna, where its headquarters and production operations remain today. Its early history was defined by the V12, beginning with the 350 GT in 1964 and followed by cars such as the Miura, Countach, Diablo and Aventador. The Super Veloce story began with the Miura SV in 1971 and later continued through the Diablo SV, Murciélago LP 670-4 SV and Aventador SV.

The Revuelto SV carries that lineage into an era in which Lamborghini’s flagship performance cars combine internal-combustion power with electrification. Its 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 produces 825 CV, while three electric motors and a 7.3 kWh lithium-ion battery contribute to a total system output of 1,065 CV. Maximum system torque is 1,425 Nm. Lamborghini quotes 0–100 km/h in 2.4 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 6.7 seconds and a top speed exceeding 345 km/h.

The figures are significant, but the SV programme is concerned with more than an increase in output. Lamborghini has revised the car’s aerodynamic balance, suspension, braking system, tyres and electronic controls with the aim of making the additional power usable with greater precision.

Aerodynamically, the Revuelto SV generates 80 per cent more total downforce than the standard Revuelto, while downforce-to-drag efficiency rises by 60 per cent. The front splitter and underbody have been reworked, while the rear incorporates a functional wing and Gurney flap. Additional cooling channels serve the brakes, helping the car maintain performance under sustained loads.

The design communicates this more purposeful character without abandoning the proportions of the original Revuelto. A lower, more technical visual treatment is accompanied by exposed carbon-fibre elements, a dedicated Super Veloce livery, revised wheels and a fixed rear wing. The new 3D-Superlight Dromos wheels measure 20 inches at the front and 21 inches at the rear, with a central-locking system making its first appearance on a series-production Lamborghini.

Underneath, the suspension has received manually adjustable dampers derived from GT3 racing technology. Lamborghini says the revised set-up increases agility by 17 per cent and lateral grip by 10 per cent compared with the Revuelto. The system is designed to accommodate different circuit conditions, with suggested settings for smooth, uneven and wet tracks.

Braking has received a similarly comprehensive treatment. The Revuelto SV introduces CCM-R Plus carbon-ceramic discs developed with technologies associated with endurance racing and Formula 1. Measuring 420 x 40 mm at the front and 410 x 32 mm at the rear, the system is engineered to manage repeated high-energy braking while maintaining consistency. Lamborghini states that the car can decelerate from 200 to 0 km/h in 110 metres, with peak deceleration improved by 11 per cent over the Revuelto.

A new integrated brake-control system works with a six-dimensional inertial sensor positioned close to the car’s centre of gravity. The sensor monitors longitudinal, lateral and vertical acceleration alongside pitch, roll and yaw, allowing the vehicle’s control systems to estimate its movement and respond accordingly. The resulting data can be used to regulate wheel slip and refine braking during cornering and other demanding track situations.

The powertrain retains the character of Lamborghini’s naturally aspirated V12 while using electrification to enhance traction and torque distribution. Two axial-flux electric motors are positioned at the front, while a radial-flux motor works with the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Together, the system enables electric torque vectoring across the front axle and allows torque to be distributed according to the demands of each corner.

This engineering approach also shapes the new Pilota driving mode. Positioned alongside the existing Strada, Sport and Corsa modes, Pilota is intended specifically for a more personalised track experience. A dedicated control on the steering wheel provides access to a five-stage traction-control system developed using Lamborghini’s GT3 experience, allowing the driver to adjust the car’s behaviour according to conditions and tyre wear.

Inside, the Revuelto SV follows Lamborghini’s “Feel Like a Pilot” philosophy with a more focused cockpit. Carbon-fibre door panels, lightweight materials and sports seats contribute to the weight-conscious approach. Standard Sport Seats use carbon shells, while optional monocoque carbon-fibre Race Seats provide a more track-oriented alternative. The interior can also be specified with Corsa-Tex by Dinamica, leather and a broad range of contrasting colours.

Personalisation extends beyond the cabin. Customers can choose from dedicated SV exterior configurations, four specific livery designs and an extensive range of visible carbon-fibre components. Up to 25 exterior elements can be specified in exposed carbon fibre, while wheels, centre-locks and brake callipers can be configured in complementary finishes.

Bridgestone has developed a dedicated tyre range for the Revuelto SV, including the Potenza Race R semi-slick, Potenza Sport and Blizzak LM005. The Potenza Race R is street-legal but designed for circuit use, with a motorsport-derived compound and tread pattern intended to provide high levels of dry grip and consistent performance. The Potenza Sport is positioned for high-performance road use, while the Blizzak LM005 provides a winter option for markets where seasonal conditions require it.

The car’s performance has already been demonstrated away from the showroom. Lamborghini factory driver Marco Mapelli recorded a 1:41.6 lap at Germany’s Hockenheimring, making the Revuelto SV the fastest production car recorded at the circuit according to Lamborghini. The lap provided a measurable setting in which the new car’s combination of power, braking, aerodynamics and chassis control could be assessed.

The Revuelto SV therefore occupies a particular position within Lamborghini’s current evolution. It remains unmistakably centred on the naturally aspirated V12, yet its performance is shaped by electrification, advanced control systems, carbon construction and technologies drawn from motorsport. The result is not simply a more powerful Revuelto, but a concentrated interpretation of what the Super Veloce name has represented since the Miura SV.

For those seeking the marque’s authorised network, Lamborghini’s current official dealer locator lists locations across the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi, alongside its international network.

The Revuelto SV arrives at a moment when Lamborghini’s flagship cars are being asked to reconcile two seemingly different traditions: the visceral character of the V12 and the possibilities offered by electrification. In the SV, that tension becomes part of the engineering itself. Its significance lies not only in how quickly it travels, but in how carefully Lamborghini has refined the machinery responsible for making that speed controllable, repeatable, and deeply involving.

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