Lamborghini Temerario

FIRST UK DRIVE Rain fails to stop play as Lambo's new entrylevel electrified supercar shines on soaking wet Welsh roads

- Richard Ingram

LAMBORGHINI was one of the first makers to properly dip its toe into the world of electrified supercars when it unveiled the Revuelto in 2023. But what started at the top has now filtered down to the firm's more attainable models; as the replacement for the lauded Huracán, the Temerario takes the mantle as the entry point in the Italian manufacturer's three-car lineup.

Let's be clear: this is not a Lamborghini that's designed to satisfy Greenpeace or parliamentary commissions. It has been electrified for one reason: to offer its owners even more performance than the Huracán's naturally aspirated V10.

Combined, the 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors produce 907bhp, sending power to all four wheels which, in our car's case, are wrapped in 20-inch front and 21-inch rear Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 winter tyres. Hidden within are 410mm carbon-ceramic brakes with contrasting calipers.

If you thought the Huracán was among the wildest-looking supercars on sale, then feast your eyes on this. Sharp LED headlights are nestled behind the angled bodywork, with hexagonal daytime running lights in the lower apron.

The dramatic rear has elements of the seventies Countach in its design, with its hexagonal haunches replicated here and translated through to the taillight design. The central exhaust houses two outlets fed from the rear-mounted V8, mostly hidden under a vented engine cover. Only when you stand back will you appreciate the exposed wide-section tyres.