Lamborghini is currently in the process of developing and testing a prototype for the successor to its popular Huracán supercar. This highly anticipated new model is set to be released in late 2024 and will feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain. Recent spy shots of the prototype reveal a design that is distinct from its older sibling, the Revuelto.
One noticeable difference in the design of the new Huracán successor is the front face of the car. It features slit-like headlights and large daytime running lights with a hexagonal shape. In addition, the car has large intakes at the top of its rear fenders. Overall, the new model appears to be slightly shorter in length compared to the Revuelto.
While the Huracán and its predecessor, the Gallardo, have been closely related to Audi’s R8 supercar, the Huracán successor is expected to borrow design elements from the Revuelto. This includes the adoption of the V-12 supercar’s carbon-fiber tub, a move that makes sense considering that the next R8 or Audi’s future supercar is rumored to be electric.
Lamborghini has confirmed that the Huracán successor will feature the Revuelto’s 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. This transmission integrates an electric motor in the Revuelto, and it is likely that the same will be true for the Huracán successor. However, it is still unclear whether the new model will also have two additional electric motors at its front axle, similar to the Revuelto.
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There have been reports suggesting that the Huracán successor might replace the current V-10 engine with a V-8 for its internal combustion component. The specific engine mentioned is the turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 found in the Lamborghini Urus. Lamborghini is already planning to use this V-8 engine in its upcoming plug-in hybrid Urus, set to debut in the first half of 2024. Following this, the Huracán successor is expected to be released later in the same year. These moves align with Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann’s commitment to electrify the brand’s entire lineup by the end of 2024.
It is worth noting that the recently revealed Huracán Sterrato is the final version of the Huracán and also the last regular production model from Lamborghini powered solely by a combustion engine. However, Lamborghini may continue to offer low-volume models powered purely by combustion engines, possibly even beyond the 2024 electrification deadline. These limited models may be designed for track use, similar to the 2020 Essenza SCV12.
In conclusion, the highly anticipated successor to the Lamborghini Huracán is in the works and set to be released in late 2024. It will feature a plug-in hybrid powertrain, distinctive design elements, and the latest technologies from the brand. With the adoption of a carbon-fiber tub and potential use of the Urus’ V-8 engine, Lamborghini is taking significant steps towards electrifying its lineup while maintaining its signature performance and style. Car enthusiasts and Lamborghini fans around the world eagerly await the official unveiling of this groundbreaking new supercar.
