We can begin this brief narrative about a newborn from the famous House of Sant’Agata Bolognese by saying: “once upon a time...”, because surely we could not go wrong!
Revuelto in Spanish means: lively, turbulent, mixed, but also, slightly separating the first syllable, re-vuelto, meaning “returned”.
This might seem like a play on words, but it hints at the profound essence of this supercar. Revuelto signifies reviving an important part of Lamborghini history: it does this in its mechanics, with a new twelve-cylinder engine (like when the History began); it does this in style, with a body that accentuates the longitudinal lines, reminiscent of the unforgettable Countach, along with the forward slope of the Murciélago, the rear details of the Diablo, and the vertically opening doors... all elements contained in the rich, fascinating, and unique Lamborghini DNA!
However, it does not end, as one might think, in a mere return to styles of the past. Revuelto draws from its historic DNA, but it is primarily designed towards the future, not just aesthetically, which is still highly innovative, but also for its advanced technological content.
This is the first Lamborghini supercar to feature plug-in hybrid technology, with unique characteristics and performance.
In addition to the naturally aspirated 6.5 lt V12 engine, there are three electric motors, two front ones and one integrated into the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. This engine group allows driving in hybrid mode or in electric-only mode, with a total combined power output of 1015 HP!
The all-wheel drive is provided by the rear engine-transmission group and the two front electric motors, the latter guaranteeing traction when the car is in electric-only mode, but, if necessary, it is also possible to engage the rear electric motor.
Revuelto adopts a new platform that will also be the basis for future models and that has been designed to house the new and compact transverse gearbox behind the 12V thermal engine, leaving room for lithium-ion batteries in the position corresponding to the central tunnel. This new platform, along with the newly conceived carbon chassis - of the monocoque type - makes Revuelto’s structure 10% lighter and 25% more torsionally rigid than the Aventador’s.
Suspensions, rear wing, roof aerodynamic effect, and rear diffuser work together controlled in real-time by the Lamborghini Vertical Control system specially designed for Revuelto. Engines, suspensions, and aerodynamics allow incredible flexibility and selection of driving modes, which are selectable by two knobs located on the new steering wheel. One allows for setting three options: Charge, Hybrid, and Performance, the other four: City, Road, Sport, and Race. This way, 13 dynamic driving settings can be achieved according to different road characteristics, the situation of the moment, and the driver’s pleasure.
In the infotainment and connectivity sector, Revuelto offers an entirely new system called Human Machine Interface (HMI), which consists of three 3D graphics displays, easy and intuitive to manage, both by the driver and the passenger, who can access the system and, not only use it but also have a view of the technical data related to the operation of the car.
The interface with the driver allows for managing the considerable technical content of the car, many commands can be customized as well as the display of information provided by the vehicle.
NAVIS has always given priority to aspects related to good Design and the beauty of what man designs and creates, so now we must try to convey to you readers the impressions and sensations that Revuelto emanate from a design perspective.
As we mentioned at the beginning of this piece, the car does not deny the DNA of its extraordinary ancestors. As a Senior car designer, I’d say it rekindles their spirit and, in a way, nobly projects it into the future.
The vehicle’s body is slender, yet simultaneously compact and aggressive, as befits a Lamborghini product.
Photos: Mediacart, Lamborghini Media | Words: Jorge Arcuri
