With specs like this, it's hard to imagine anyone missing the V10: Lamborghini details V8 hybrid-powered Temerario, the Huracan replacement that has more power than a Ferrari 296 GTB and revs higher than a Porsche 911 GT3 RS

Lamborghini has revealed its much-anticipated Huracan replacement and, like the Revuelto, it is a hybrid. 

The goal is not fuel economy, though — the Temerario is all about pace. And don’t worry about the loss of the 5.2-litre V10 because the new V8 spins up to a scarcely believable 10,000rpm, or 1000rpm higher than a Porsche 911 GT3 RS. 

The 4.0-litre V8 installed mid-ship in the Temerario is not just an amped version of the Urus’ motor; it incorporates titanium conrods, a dry-sump lubrication system, motorsport inspired engine accessories layout and a flat-plane crankshaft. 

Lamborghini calls the ‘L411’ V8 entirely new. Alone, it produces 588kW (800hp) between 9000-9750rpm and 770Nm from 4000-7000rpm. Even in swan-song STO guise the Huracan’s 5.2-litre V10 petrol developed 470kW at a comparatively pedestrian 8000rpm. 

The Temerario uses an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic (with mechanical reverse gear, unlike the McLaren Artura) and has a 110kW/300Nm electric motor integrated into the engine casing. Combined with two electric motors on the front ‘e-axle’, total power rises to 676kW. 

Despite having two fewer cylinders and rear-wheel drive, the Ferrari 296 GTB is faster to 100km/h (2.4 seconds, claimed), but the Lamborghini Temerario’s 2.7 seconds sprint is still lightning fast. It’ll reach 340km/h with enough room, too. 

As for the emotional element of sound, Chief Technical Officer Rouven Mohr suggests enthusiasts won’t miss the sharp twang of the Huracan’s V10: “Drivers will be roused by the powerful Lamborghini sound,” he says. 

The high-revving engine features a multi-mode exhaust and additional sound symposer, which can change based on the selected drive program. 

Citta is basically the all-electric mode with Strada normal, Sport for driving on twisty roads and Corsa for full-noise track action. Lamborghini even incorporates a Drift mode that uses the front e-axle’s torque vectoring to aid sliding in controlled environments. 

You won’t get far on electric power alone, though, with a 3.8kWh battery housed in the transmission tunnel. The Temerario can be plugged in and charged at up to 7kW, which takes 30 minutes for a full charge. 

The battery can also be regenerated while driving using excess engine power and regenerative braking in six minutes. The result is a CO2 reduction of 50 per cent compared to the Huracan.

To accommodate the battery and new engine, the Temerario uses a new aluminium space frame with a combination of hydroformed extrusions, high-pressure castings and hollow castings to improve torsional stiffness by 20 per cent compared to Huracan.

Despite a clean sheet design, the mid-engined Temerario’s proportions are pure Lamborghini with minimal overhangs and cab-forward look. The V8 engine sits under a transparent cover, too. 

Details worth mentioning are new hexagonal light signatures at the rear and front (where the headlights have an air tunnel), shark’s nose front end, huge intakes behind the doors, broad diffuser and the new fixed rear wing that helps generate over 100 per cent more downforce than a Huracan Evo.

Those after a track-friendly Huracan replacement can option the Temerario with an Alleggerita (lightweight) pack that saves 12.65kg with the use of a lightweight bonnet and more aggressive spoiler that increases downforce by a further 67 per cent.

Nearly endless customisation is available within and the new 18-way power-adjust ‘Comfort’ seats with heating and ventilation promise a more luxurious vibe.

Lamborghini’s ‘feel like a pilot’ philosophy sees the steering wheel carrying indicator and start button. There is an 8.4-inch centre-mounted multimedia screen with a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display and 9.1-inch passenger screen.

There’s also more cabin space; Lamborghini claims drivers up to 200cm can fit in the temeratio while wearing a helmet thanks to 34mm more headroom and 46mm more legroom. There’s also a 112L 'frunk' and storage behind the seats. 

Exterior wise, there are two brand new colours, Blue Marinus and Verde Mercurius, and buyers can choose one of three wheel designs.

“The Temerario is a genuine ‘fuoriclasse’: a car in the league of its own, an extraordinary and innovative vehicle from both a technical and stylistic point of view” says the ever-charismatic Chairman and CEO of Lamborghini Stephan Winkelmann of the new Temerario.

Australian pricing, features and arrival timing remain yet to be confirmed by Lamborghini but expect an uplift over the $384,187 Huracan Evo.