This two seat coupe is a high performing vehicle that can
deliver exceptional speed. The design of the car is bound to attract a
great deal of attention. The car has been introduced in the ultra luxury
segment of vehicles and has become quite popular with the rich class of
customers.
Although it's probably difficult for most people to think of a
$200,000 automobile as "affordable," that's the position the
Lamborghini Gallardo finds itself in within the Lambo product lineup.
But no matter -- sports cars with exotic looks and the performance to
match have a built-in ownership audience.
Since its introduction, the mission for this "baby Lamborghini" has
been to maintain the style and attitude of Lamborghini's 12-cylinder
cars but be more livable in everyday use. It's been a successful
strategy, as there's been no shortage of takers who rightly lust after
such a usable and alluring sports car. In fact, the Gallardo has become
this Italian automaker's best-selling model ever.
Lamborghini Gallardo Specification
The exotic Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is currently available in a
coupe body style and as a spyder convertible. The name LP560-4 refers
to its engine position ("longitudinale posteriore" or longitudinal
rear), its European horsepower measurement (560 ps) and that all four
wheels are powered. There are also two lightweight versions: the LP
570-4 Superleggera coupe and LP 570-4 Spyder PerformanteThe Gallardo LP560-4 is powered by a 5.0-liter V10 good for 552
horsepower and 398 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual
transmission with gated metal shifter is standard, while an automated
six-speed sequential-shift manual transmission known as e-gear is
optional. The LP570-4 models benefit from some clever tuning to produce
562 hp and 398 lb-ft of torque. The e-gear transmission is standard.
Expect 0-60 times in the high 3-second range for the LP560-4 and
Lamborghini Gallardo Mileage
The car delivers mileage of around 3km/litre in the city while the mileage on the highway is around 5 km/litrethe
low 3-second range for the LP570-4.
Design
In terms of layout and design, the Lamborghini Gallardo is a true
exotic. To keep weight down, the chassis is a composite blend of alloy
stampings, extrusions and castings. And except for the traditionally
opening steel doors (no scissors), the exterior is constructed of
thermoplastic-formed panels. To further reduce weight, the Superleggera
and Spyder Performante receive carbon-fiber exterior and interior
components, polycarbonate rear and side windows and lighter 19-inch
wheels.
Inside, the Gallardo's handsome furnishings sublimely marry form
with function and offer a surprising level of comfort for a vehicle of
this type. Credit is certainly due to the influence of parent company
Audi, whose expertise with interior design has been of no small benefit
since the Volkswagen Group purchased Lamborghini in the late 1990s.
The impact is obvious given the precisely fitting leather and
soft-touch materials.
Despite the fact that this is an exotic sports car, seating is
comfortable enough to accommodate the occasional road trip. Though not
as flamboyant as its extroverted exterior, the interior styling still
befits a vehicle in this price range. Storage space is tight, though,
with a minimal amount of room available behind the seats and in the
nose-mounted trunk
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