Lamborghini Unveils The Hybrid Supercar, Temerario In South Korea

Italian sports car and SUV manufacturer Lamborghini has introduced the Temerario, its second plug-in hybrid (PHEV) supercar, to the South Korean market. This debut marks the model's first appearance in the country since its global unveiling at Monterey Car Week in August 2024. The event was attended by prominent figures, including Lamborghini Chairman and CEO Stefan Winkelmann, Chief Marketing Officer Federico Foskini and Asia-Pacific Director Francesco Scardaoni.

Lamborghini Temerario: Powertrain

The Lamborghini Temerario plays a crucial role in the company’s transition to cleaner mobility solutions with its hybrid powertrain. It houses a 4.0L V8 twin-turbo petrol engine which works in tandem with three electric motors. This hybrid powertrain puts out a combined power output of 907.04 bhp and and 730 Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 2.7 seconds and it has a top speed of over 340 kmph.

The hybrid system in the Temerario consists of a central electric motor positioned between the V8 engine and the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT), alongside two motors powering the front wheels. This arrangement facilitates an adaptable all-wheel-drive system (AWD), which offers better traction and handling in various driving conditions. The Temerario offers 13 distinct driving modes, allowing drivers to tailor the vehicle's performance to their preferences and driving needs.

The Lamborghini Temerario measures 4,706 mm in length, 1,996 mm in width and 1,201 mm in height. It has a wheelbase spanning 2,658 mm. It has a dry weight of 1,690 kg. In terms of design the Temerario sticks to the company’s design philosophy of a strong and bold design. It sports sharp lines, large air intakes and an angular front fascia. At the rear it gets a prominent diffuser, quad exhaust outlets and Y-shaped LED tail lights. The company has extensively used carbon fibre in the construction of this car.

On the inside the Temerario has been designed to offer both luxury and functionality. It features a triple screen setup consisting of a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 8.4-inch central infotainment touchscreen along with a 9.1-inch passenger display. It supports smartphone connectivity and navigation.

Lamborghini Temerario In South Korea

Introducing the Lamborghini Temerario in the South Korean market, the company highlighted that South Korea is among their top ten markets in the world and among top three markets in the Asia Pacific region. The Temerario is scheduled to go into production this year but the company hasn’t revealed the pricing details for the same yet. However it is expected to be priced higher than the Huracan.