The first data has just been published Lamborghini LB744, which is the code name by which the successor to the Aventador is known. We already said that this model would be the last to carry the 6.5-liter atmospheric V12 without electrification, then a change of era would come. Those new times begin with what they call their first HPEV hybrid supercar (High Performance Electrified Vehicle). Indeed, it will be a plug-in hybrid model that will maintain the combustion mechanics with more modifications.
It is confirmed that the successor to the Aventador will keep the 6.5-liter V12 in the central position, but it will be added three electric motors and an innovative automatic transmission eight-speed dual-clutch. This unprecedented configuration will be completed with a lithium-ion battery that is placed in the transmission tunnel area. The goal is for this copy to adapt to current regulations and to be much cleaner than its predecessor. It is already calculated that will reduce CO2 emissions by 30% regarding the Aventador Ultimae.
Luckily Lamborghini It does not come off its most mythical mechanics in the rendering model. The V12 has been accompanying them since the founding of the company, with the 1963 350GT. It had already received electrification in the Lamborghini Sián, but this copy will have more advanced technology. the combustion block it is lighter and more powerful, with a weight of just 218 kg and a power of 825 CV at 9,250 rpm. It is achieved with changes in intake and a higher compression ratio. Although electrification also comes to provide other advantages.
Maintains all-wheel drive by having two electric motors on the front axle and the third supporting the rear, just above the gearbox. Each one weighs 18.5 kg so as not to increase the weight of the LB744 too much. And the most surprising thing is the joint power data of this model, which it will reach 1,015 hp and a torque to match, since they are 725 Nm of the V12 and 350 Nm for each of the front electric motors.
Special attention is paid to the 3.8 kWh lithium-ion battery due to its low weight and its ability to be charged in just 30 minutes by plugging it into the current, but also with regenerative braking or with the energy of the V12. On the other hand, the dual clutch automatic transmission The eight-speed is positioned transversely, the first time this has been done since the 1966 Miura and Essenza SCV12. They have done it to reduce the total weight and save space (it weighs 193 kg) and on it goes the rear electric motor that also acts as a starter motor and generator.
This configuration allows the Lamborghini LB744 to have all-electric four-wheel drive and is going to be a true revolution in the hybrid supercar segment. Unfortunately, we will still have to wait a few months to see it uncovered and find out the rest of the details.
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