Lamborghini Mule Noticed Testing Subsequent-Gen Hybrid V12 Powertrain

The supercar trade has modified so much because the Lamborghini Aventador was launched again in 2011.

On the time of its launch, the mid-engined supercar pushed by a 6.5-liter naturally-aspirated V12 engine was one of many quickest and strongest manufacturing automobiles on sale. In 2013, the trade ceaselessly modified with the launch of the McLaren P1, Porsche 918 Spyder, and Ferrari LaFerrari, making the Aventador appear considerably underpowered. Since then, supercars just like the McLaren 765LT and Ferrari 296 GTB have launched with extra energy and efficiency than Lamborghini’s flagship, forcing the model to prepare dinner up one thing very particular for its new flagship supercar.

Learn: 2024 Lamborghini Aventador Successor Prototype Breaks Down, Spy Photographers Swoop In

The Aventador’s successor will probably be unveiled subsequent yr as a 2024 mannequin and as Lamborghini continues its growth, an intriguing check mule was lately noticed close to the carmaker’s manufacturing facility.

On first impressions, you could possibly be excused for considering this was an Aventador and whereas it has the physique of an Aventador, it’s certainly the subsequent large Lamborghini. For instance, stickers on the rear quarter panels and engine cowl affirm that the automobile is galvanized. It additionally seems to be geared up with six exhaust pipes however look a bit nearer and you’ll discover that the 2 massive centrally-exiting pipes are faux and that the 4 positioned greater up on the decklid are the true deal. This suits according to different prototypes which have featured the same exhaust association.

Then there’s the engine cowl, or lack thereof. Very similar to the Bugatti Veyron and Chiron, it seems that Lamborghini has designed an open engine cowl for the brand new supercar that means that you can see straight into the engine bay, anticipated to accommodate a 6.5-liter naturally-aspirated V12 supplemented by an electrical motor.

It stays unclear how a lot energy the brand new flagship Lamborghini may have. The Italian producer might select to chase after the Ferrari SF90 Stradale, that means the brand new automobile would wish roughly 1,000 hp, rather more than the 760 hp of the flagship Aventador.