Lamborghini has turned its Revuelto plug-in hybrid (PHEV) into an SV, raising output to 1,065 PS (1,050hp/783kW), while adding more downforce, race-derived suspension, stronger brakes and a dedicated track mode.
The Revuelto SV retains the PHEV layout of the standard car, combining a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 with three electric motors and a lithium-ion battery that can be charged externally.
Lamborghini calls the system HPEV, short for High Performance Electrified Vehicle.
Presented yesterday, the Revuelto SV is limited to 1,963 units, a reference to Lamborghini’s founding year. It continues the Super Veloce line that began with the Miura SV in 1971.
The V12 produces 825 PS (814hp) at 9,250rpm and can rev to 9,500rpm. Two axial-flux electric motors drive the front wheels, while a third radial-flux motor sits above the eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
A revised 7.3kWh lithium-ion battery can deliver up to 190kW (258 PS/255hp). Combined output rises by 50 PS (49hp) over the regular Revuelto to 1,065 CV, while system torque is rated at 1,425Nm.
Lamborghini said the new battery can sustain performance up to four times more consistently than the Revuelto’s system during demanding track use.
The front electric motors also provide torque vectoring, varying drive between the two front wheels to improve turn-in response, traction and corner exit performance.
Lamborghini claims 0–100kph in 2.4 seconds and 0–200kph in 6.7 seconds, with a top speed above 345kph. Its power-to-weight ratio is 1.66kg per CV.
The changes go well beyond the PHEV powertrain. Lamborghini said total downforce has increased by 80% compared with the Revuelto and is 10% higher than the Aventador SVJ. Downforce-to-drag efficiency rises by 60%.
Changes include a new front splitter, revised underbody, an angled fin on the front bumper and a fixed rear wing with a Gurney flap. Brake cooling improves by 12%, while a new rear-brake cooling channel feeds more air to the discs.
The chassis receives manually adjustable passive dampers derived from Lamborghini GT3 racing work. The company claims 17% greater agility and 10% more lateral grip than the standard Revuelto, with suggested damper settings available for flat, bumpy or wet circuits.
Braking hardware is also new. CCM-R Plus carbon-ceramic discs measure 420mm by 40mm at the front and 410mm by 32mm at the rear. Lamborghini quotes a 200–0kph stopping distance of 110 metres, along with 11% higher peak deceleration, 23% better heat dissipation and a 12% reduction in disc temperature compared with the Revuelto.
A six-dimensional motion sensor positioned near the car’s centre of gravity feeds real-time acceleration and rotation data to the Integrated Vehicle Estimator. Lamborghini said the system can help the brake controller reduce stopping distances by up to 10%, while improving control when braking through corners or crossing kerbs.
The SV also introduces Pilota mode. Selected using a red rotary control on the steering wheel, it adds a five-stage traction-control system derived from Lamborghini’s GT3 experience. Strada, Sport and Corsa modes remain available.
New 20-inch front and 21-inch rear Dromos forged wheels use a redesigned centre-lock arrangement. Lamborghini said the Revuelto SV is its first series-production model to use the new Monolocker system.
Bridgestone developed dedicated Potenza Race R semi-slick tyres for the car, alongside Potenza Sport road tyres and Blizzak LM005 winter tyres. The Potenza Race R remains street-legal despite its track focus.
Weight reduction continues inside. Carbon-fibre door panels are standard, along with carbon-shell Sport Seats. Buyers can specify lighter monocoque carbon-fibre Race Seats, while the steering wheel gets red controls for Pilota and the ANIMA drive-mode system.
Exterior changes include a broader-looking front treatment, revised SV graphics and the fixed rear wing. Up to 25 exterior components can be specified in visible carbon fibre.
The Revuelto SV has also recorded a 1:41.6 lap of Germany’s Hockenheimring with Lamborghini factory driver Marco Mapelli. Lamborghini said that makes it the fastest production car recorded at the circuit.
Chairman and CEO Stephan Winkelmann said the SV takes the Revuelto further in performance and driving precision. It continues a Super Veloce line that has included the Diablo SV, Murciélago LP 670-4 SV and Aventador SV.
