Open top version of Veneno supercar limited to just
nine examples
In the company's 50th Anniversary year, Lamborghini have
released what's arguably their most extreme limited edition model - the Veneno
Roadster.
Described as an open racing prototype, but fully road legal,
only nine units will be built (in 2014), each carrying a 3.3 million Euro ($4.2
million approx.) pricetag.
Lamborghini Veneno
Roadster
Powered by a 6.5-litre V12 producing 552kW (750hp),
Lamborghini say the Veneno Roadster will accelerate to 100 kph in just 2.9
seconds, and on to a top speed of 355 kph. Transmission is Lamborghini's ISR
automated manual with five modes.
Performance is assisted by the roadster's light weight; only
1,490 kgs dry. Power-to-weight ratio is just 1.99 kg/hp (4.38 lbs/ hp) which
guarantees a performance that Lamborghini says “is nothing short of
mind-blowing”.
Performance is
assisted by the roadster's light weight; only 1,490 kgs dry. Power-to-weight
ratio is just 1.99 kg/hp (4.38 lbs/ hp) which guarantees a performance that
Lamborghini says “is nothing short of mind-blowing”
When Lamborghini say the Veneno Roadster is a 'roadster',
they mean it. There is no roof, not even a removable panel or tonneau-style
cover - so if it rains, you get wet!
Extreme proportions include an arrow shaped front end,
razor-sharp lines and precise surfaces. The body is built around a carbon fiber
reinforced polymer monocoque, and features outstanding aerodynamics, a smooth
underbody, massive rear splitter and engine air intakes, adjustable rear wing
and even aerodynamically-designed alloy wheels.
The carbon fiber monocoque is visible inside the car, with
the bulk of the interior, including parts of the seats and headliner, clad in
fine-weave 'Carbon Skin' matting which can mold to any shape. Race-style
lightweight bucket seats are made from Lamborghini's patented forged composite,
and along with the dash top, are trimmed in alcantara.
The carbon fiber
monocoque is visible inside the car, with the bulk of the interior, including
parts of the seats and headliner, clad in fine-weave 'Carbon Skin' matting
which can mold to any shape
Despite its extreme components, the Veneno Roadster is fully
safety-equipped with airbags and electronic aids for the car's AWD system.
Demand from Lamborghini enthusiasts saw all nine examples of
the Veneno Roadster sell soon after it was announced.
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Specifications
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year: 2015
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make: Lamborghini
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Model: Veneno
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Engine: V12
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Horsepower @ RPM: 750
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Displacement: 6.5 L
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0-60 time: 2.9 sec. (Est.)
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Top Speed: 221 mph (Est.)
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