Can the Lamborghini Temerario Win Us Over with It’s V8?
We are loyal admirers of that iconic Italian Bull from the storied streets of Sant’Agata Bolognese, maker of, in my humble opinion, the most exhilarating machines to grace our roads. Enter the Temerario, Lamborghini’s latest offering. The Temerario steps up as the latest ‘affordable’ Lamborghini following the sky-high prices of the Revuelto, which hover around an eye-watering $800k. This new affordable option strips us of the V10 that we have loved for almost 20 years now, in favor of a V8 twin-turbo hybrid, but I’m trying to keep an open mind about that.
Seeing it without its camouflage for the first time today, it strikes me with a side profile that nudges towards the McLaren 675. The headlights bring a touch of Super Trofeo, which is appealing. The fog lights also catch my eye in a good way. Overall, it‘s a tad mild for a Lamborghini. But let‘s not rush to judgment—this is merely the base model. Remember back to 2014; even the first Huracán seemed a bit cautious, especially when you compare it to the STO, which is the epitome of the Lamborghini spirit we‘ve come to love. So, a sprinkle of aggression here and there, a wing, perhaps some clever aero tweaks, and this little V8 might just morph into the raging bull we want
