Lamborghini Fenomeno: The Most Powerful Supercar Yet

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18 Aug 2025
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News Synopsis

Automobili Lamborghini has unveiled its latest masterpiece, the Fenomeno, a hypercar that sets new benchmarks in power, design, and exclusivity. Revealed at Monterey Car Week 2025, the Fenomeno is limited to just 29 units worldwide, making it one of the rarest creations from Sant’Agata Bolognese. Combining Lamborghini’s racing heritage with futuristic technology, it is officially the most powerful car the brand has ever built.

Record-Breaking Powertrain

At the heart of the Fenomeno lies a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine, paired with three electric motors, delivering a jaw-dropping 1,080bhp. This makes it 65bhp more powerful than the Revuelto, the previous flagship. The petrol V12 produces 835 CV at 9,250rpm, while the hybrid setup ensures instant torque and improved efficiency.

  • 0–100 km/h: 2.4 seconds

  • 0–200 km/h: 6.7 seconds

  • Top speed: Over 350 km/h

With a weight-to-power ratio of just 1.64 kg/CV, the Fenomeno achieves performance levels once reserved for race cars.

The hybrid system includes two oil-cooled axial motors on the front axle and a radial motor integrated into an all-new eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. A 7kWh lithium-ion battery, positioned in the central tunnel, also enables short-distance zero-emission driving.

Engineering Precision: Gearbox and Performance

The transversely mounted gearbox is engineered for ultra-fast gear shifts, with innovations like continuous downshift for maximum precision during track driving. The seamless integration of electric motors with the V12 creates a four-wheel-drive setup that adapts to different driving modes, balancing speed with efficiency.

Design: A Futuristic Manifesto

Designed by Lamborghini Centro Stile, celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Fenomeno is described as a “design manifesto.” It introduces a longtail silhouette with clean lines, aerodynamic efficiency, and extensive use of carbon fiber.

Highlights include:

  • New Y-shaped LED daytime running lights (DRLs)

  • Aggressive front air intakes inspired by race cars

  • Vertical Y-shaped taillights with a dramatic carbon diffuser

  • Hexagonal exhaust outlets, echoing Lamborghini’s iconic design DNA

The launch color, Giallo Crius, emphasizes the muscular stance, while customers can choose from 400+ Ad Personam exterior shades for a bespoke finish.

Aerodynamics and Chassis Innovation

The Fenomeno introduces next-generation aerodynamics, including:

  • S-Duct system for improved airflow

  • Concave roof channeling for downforce

  • Air curtains for reduced drag

  • A mobile omega-shaped rear wing for adaptive performance

Lamborghini claims a 30% improvement in side cooling efficiency, ensuring optimal engine and battery performance.

The car is built on a carbon-fiber monofuselage chassis with a forged composite front structure, ensuring lightweight strength. It rides on 21-inch front and 22-inch rear forged rims, fitted with custom Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres, also offered in semi-slick track versions.

Race-Derived Hardware

Braking is managed by the CCM-R Plus carbon-ceramic system, derived from Lamborghini’s LMDh endurance race cars. Suspension features adjustable racing shocks, while the 6D Integrated Vehicle Estimator (IVE) constantly analyzes dynamics to optimize braking, torque vectoring, and stability in real time.

Interior: Cockpit for a Pilot

Inside, the Fenomeno embraces Lamborghini’s “Feel like a pilot” philosophy. The minimalist interior includes:

  • Three digital displays with customizable data

  • Carbon-fiber racing bucket seats

  • 3D-printed air vents

  • Ambient lighting for a futuristic cockpit vibe

Each Fenomeno is unique, with limitless interior customization available through Lamborghini’s Ad Personam program.

Legacy and Heritage

The Fenomeno continues Lamborghini’s proud tradition of few-off hypercars, joining legends like the Reventón (2007), Sesto Elemento (2010), Veneno (2013), Centenario (2016), Sian (2019), and Countach LPI 800-4 (2021). Its name comes from a celebrated bull in Mexico (2002), symbolizing bravery and individuality—qualities perfectly embodied by this hypercar.

Conclusion

With only 29 units being produced, the Lamborghini Fenomeno is more than a hypercar—it’s a collector’s dream and an engineering revolution. From its record-breaking hybrid V12 powertrain to its aero-optimized longtail design, it represents Lamborghini’s bold vision for the future of performance.

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