Lamborghini releases the Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera is based on the LP560-4 model, but uses even more carbon fibre in its construction, and thus weighs 70kg less than the LP560-4. The Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera is therefore the lightest road-going Lamborghini currently.

The LP570-4 Superleggera is powered by a 5.2-litre V10 engine with an aluminium crankcase and dry sump lubrication, and produces 562bhp. This equates to a specific power output of 108bhp per litre. The engine also puts out 540Nm of torque. This allows the car to go from 0-100km/h in 3.4 seconds, 0-200km/h in 10.2 seconds, and reach a top speed of 325km/h. The LP570-4 Superleggera comes with the 6-speed e-gear as standard, but customers can request for a manual at no additional cost.

The body of the LP570-4 Superleggera is made from aluminium while several parts, like the exterior mirror casings, the sills, rear spoiler and diffuser are made from carbon fibre. Glass areas like the windscreen and windows are constructed out of polycarbonate. The front bumper has also been redesigned for increased air flow and downforce. As the name suggests, the LP570-4 Superleggera has permanent all-wheel-drive and a 45% limited slip differential on the rear, with Pirelli P Zero tyres fitted to cope with the power.

Carbon fibre is also used throughout the interior, with the centre tunnel cover, the door panels and the gearlever surround all being made from the material. Alcantara is used around the cabin, and also for the sport seats. The LP570-4 Superleggera will also be equipped with luxury features like air conditioning, a rear view camera, electric powered windows and a satellite navigation system.