Lamborghini is set to launch an innovative hybrid V8 engine in its next model, the Project 634, which will replace the iconic Huracán. This new powertrain combines high performance with advanced hybrid technology, aiming to set new standards in the supercar segment.
A new era of performance
Engine characteristics
The new hybrid V8 engine developed by Lamborghini offers an impressive 4.0 liters of displacement and generates 800 horsepower. Remarkably, this engine can reach up to 10,000 rpm, an extraordinary feat for a turbocharged engine, ensuring an exhilarating driving experience.
- Engine : 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8.
- Power : 800 hp.
- RPM : Up to 10,000.
- Configuration : V8 with 90-degree banks and hot-V turbo placement for quicker throttle response.
Hybrid technology
Complementing the petrol engine is an electric motor positioned between the V8 block and the transmission, adding 150 hp and 300 Nm of torque. There is also speculation that there will be additional electric motors on the front axle for all-wheel drive, although Lamborghini has not yet confirmed this information.
- Electric motor : 150 hp, 300 Nm of torque.
- Total power : Potentially around 900 hp.
- Hybrid system : High Performance Electrified Vehicle (HPEV).
Design and market positioning
Competitive advantage
The new model is designed to compete with cars such as the Ferrari 296 GTB, which offers a hybrid V6 engine. Lamborghini’s offering promises to combine the brand’s legendary performance with advanced hybrid technology, making it a strong contender in the luxury sports car market.
- Competitors : Ferrari 296 GTB, other hybrid supercars.
- Positioning : Entry-level model in Lamborghini’s high-performance range, behind the Urus SUV.
Lamborghini’s Project 634, featuring a cutting-edge hybrid V8 engine, is set to redefine the supercar segment. With its extraordinary power, advanced hybrid system and innovative design, it promises to uphold Lamborghini’s reputation for performance and excellence while paving the way for future automotive technologies. As the successor to the Huracán, it aims to continue the success of this iconic model and set new benchmarks in the industry.