Lamborghini announces its first fully electric vehicle
Lamborghini has officially revealed their plans to go fully electric in the next decade. The Italian supercar brand announced that by the end of 2024, they will only be making plug-in electric vehicles (PHEV). The overall goal for Lamborghini is to have at least four models being either a PHEV or BEV, launched by 2030. This basically means that we could possibly see plug-in hybrid versions of the Huracán, Aventador, and Urus in the next two to three years.
To add further excitement Lamborghini has unveiled that their first fully electric vehicle will make its debut sometime in 2030. It seems that more high-profile brands are embracing this new wave of electric drivetrains, with Lamborghini being a bit late to the party. Of course, their excuse is justifiable as seeing a Lamborghini without the tumultuous sounds of a V8 and V12 engine seems a bit wrong.
For those who remember, Lamborghini first teased their interest in electric vehicles in 2017 when they revealed their Terzo Millenno concept. To make things even more interesting, Lamborghini isn’t alone in this quest to make supercars electric. In fact, they are joined by other high-profile brands such as Ferrari and Aston Martin. Lamborghini has revealed that they aim to invest around $1.8 billion dollars (R25 162 218 000 given the current exchange rate) on their hybrid and electrification transformation.
More news around Lamborghini's electric transformation and, PHEV and BEV models will be revealed in due time.
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FAQ
Q: When will Lamborghini's first fully electric car be available?
Lamborghini's first fully electric vehicle will debut sometime in 2030, which means South African buyers will likely see it arrive locally around the same time or shortly after.
Q: What will happen to current Lamborghini models like the Huracán and Aventador?
By the end of 2024, all Lamborghini models including the Huracán, Aventador, and Urus will only be available as plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV), meaning the pure petrol V10 and V12 engines will be discontinued.
Q: How much is Lamborghini investing in their electric transformation?
Lamborghini is investing approximately R25.2 billion (around $1.8 billion USD) into their hybrid and electrification programme over the coming years.
Q: Will electric Lamborghinis still sound like traditional supercars?
No, fully electric Lamborghinis will lose the iconic V8 and V12 engine sounds that the brand is famous for, though the upcoming plug-in hybrids will still retain some traditional engine noise.
Q: How many electric Lamborghini models will be available by 2030?
Lamborghini plans to have at least four models available as either plug-in hybrid (PHEV) or fully electric (BEV) vehicles by 2030.
Should You Buy It?
Since Lamborghini's first fully electric vehicle won't arrive until 2030, you can't buy it yet, but this announcement is massive news for supercar enthusiasts. If you're currently considering a Lamborghini, buy one of the current petrol models now because by 2025, you'll only be able to get plug-in hybrids. The Huracán starts around R4.5 million in South Africa, while the Aventador kicks off near R8 million. For collectors and purists, the final petrol-only Lamborghinis launching in 2024 will likely become incredibly valuable investments. Wait for the electric model if you want cutting-edge technology and zero emissions, but buy a current V10 or V12 Lambo now if you want that legendary engine roar that will disappear forever in just two years.
