2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Roadster
Key Points: Satin Paint Protection Film (PPF) Applied To Whole Car, Satin Bianco Canopus Exterior Paint, Carbon Fibre 'X' Frame and 'T' Engine Cover.
The Lamborghini Aventador, named after a Spanish bull that fought in Zaragoza, Aragón, in 1993, was introduced as the successor to the flagship Murciélago at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. The SV (Super Veloce, which translates from Italian as ‘super fast’) variant was launched four years later in 2015, boasting increased use of carbon fibre both inside and out. The SV features improved aerodynamics, with notable upgrades including a revised front splitter and rear diffuser, along with a fixed CFRP rear wing.
Driving dynamics are enhanced with variable ratio dynamic steering, a stiffer F1-style carbon fibre chassis, magnetic push-rod suspension, 400mm carbon-ceramic brakes and the choice of three drive modes; Strada (street), Sport and Corsa (race). It also has satellite navigation, DAB radio, Bluetooth, climate control and a front axle lift system.
Power comes from a 6.5-litre ‘L539’ V12, tuned to produce 740hp (up from the standard car’s 691hp), with electronically controlled Haldex all-wheel drive and a reprogrammed version of the seven-speed single-clutch Graziano automated manual transmission, that now shifts in just 50 milliseconds. Together with a higher 8,500rpm redline, it means the 0-62mph time is down from 2.9 to 2.8 seconds, and the car can hit a claimed top speed of 217mph.
Limited to 500 units, the SuperVeloce Roadster was unveiled at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. It features a compact two-piece carbon fibre hardtop that can be stored in the boot. Weight-saving measures lower the weight to 1,575 kg, making it 50 kg lighter than the standard roadster.
