The life cycle of the Lamborghini Aventador has officially come to an end with the Aventador “Ultimae”, ending more than 10 years of storming markets around the world. The appeal of Lamborghini’s flagship V12 model is undeniable as this modern car model has broken all sales records of all previous V12 models.
The V12 engine has been designed and continuously upgraded and improved since 1963 when the brand was founded. The Aventador LP 700-4 was introduced with a carbon fiber monocoque frame structure never before seen on Lamborghini supercars and soon affirmed Lamborghini’s leading position in the production and development of composite materials. This milestone made the car brand from the Sant’Agata Bolognese region the first car manufacturer to produce carbon parts right in its own factory in large quantities.
The fact that a famous car model like the Aventador is about to stop being produced is probably a regret for the majority of car enthusiasts and car enthusiasts around the world. However, this is an inevitable thing for the Italian supercar brand to prepare for the future with a Hybrid-equipped car model to fit the general trend as well as be somewhat more environmentally friendly. After more than 10 years of launch, Aventador has also left many memorable and remarkable things for the leading V12 model from the Italian car company.
The best-selling V12 model in Lamborghini’s history
The number of Lamborghini Aventador sold on the market is recorded more than the total sales of all Lamborghini V12 models ever combined. As of September 2020, the number of Lamborghini Aventadors sold has reached 10,000 units, while the total sales of previous V12 models are only about 7,000 units. In the Aventador’s fifth year of production, the model broke the sales record of its predecessor, the Murcielago. This also means that the Aventador has broken all sales records of past Lamborghini V12 models.
The car model is associated with famous blockbuster film series
Aventador has become a rugged supercar model often chosen to be used in a number of blockbuster movies. With its bold, angular design and scissor door style, the Aventador has become an “ideal companion” with stars in top movies. This car model has accompanied the most famous heroes in Hollywood movies. In the past, V12 models from Lamborghini also did the same thing when also appearing in a number of movies that made Italian and world cinema history.
Aventador’s most memorable appearance is associated with the name “BatMobile” when appearing in the movie Batman: The Dark Knight Rises. The Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 appeared in the movie with the license plate “Gotham – 649 8227″, driven by main character Bruce Wayne (played by Christian Bale). However, this is not the first time this series chose Lamborghini as the car associated with the main character. In the movie “Dark Knight” (2008) and also the second part of the series, the film crew chose to use a gray Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 and in the movie ” Batman Begins” (2005), the main character drove the top Lamborghini Muricelago Roadster at that time.
The first Lamborghini model with Custom Driving Modes
Aventador is the first car that Automobili Lamborghini applies the MagneRide adaptive suspension system and is also the first Lamborghini series to have a rear steering wheel steering system to help the car operate and corner more stably as well as increase maneuverability. in mobility for the top V12 model. Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with up to four driving modes including STRADA, SPORT, CORSA and EGO custom mode. The new EGO mode allows three main vehicle systems to be set up independently including Powertrain (engine, 4WD); Lamborghini Steering, Lamborghini Rear Wheel Steering, Servotronic and suspension can also be adjusted via EGO mode.
For each feature in these three categories, riders can choose between STRADA, SPORT and CORSA settings to create an individual mode that suits their requirements and preferences, thereby creating the most satisfying driving feeling according to each user’s personal preferences.
Aventador Ultimae: The last model of the legendary V12 series
The latest and final version of Aventador Ultimae LP 780-4 was launched not long ago. State-of-the-art technical solutions and timeless design come together to be most evident in the final version while we await the next generation that will be equipped with Hybrid technology. Aventador Ultimae has an interior decorated with ultra-light materials such as carbon fiber and differently treated and decorated Alcantara leather. Alcantara details in this limited edition are processed based on special laser cuts with small Y motifs stretching across the entire interior compartment.
The car is still equipped with a 6.5-liter V12 engine rotating up to 8700 rpm, capable of producing 770 horsepower and 720 Nm of torque, about 39 horsepower stronger than the previous generation car. Aventador S line and about 10 horsepower more than the SVJ. With these equipment, the car is capable of accelerating from 0 – 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds and can reach a maximum speed of up to 355 km/h, the Roadster accelerates only about 1/2 slower. 10 seconds when accelerating to 100 km/h.
According to the announced plan, Lamborghini will produce a total of 600 LP780-4 Ultimae, including 350 units of the Coupe version and 250 units will be shipped with the Roadster convertible configuration.