Lamborghini's Inaugural Electric Supercar Targets 2,000HP | Carscoops

      Although it is still a few years away, Lamborghini's electric vehicle (EV) could emerge as one of the most powerful production cars globally.

      The forthcoming electric Lamborghini will utilize a new platform that is also shared with Porsche, Audi, and Bentley.

      While Ferrari plans to unveil its first EV this year, Lamborghini is taking a more measured approach, with its initial electric model expected to debut by the end of the decade. However, when it finally arrives, it is likely to be a formidable competitor, potentially surpassing Ferrari's EV considerably. If recent reports are accurate, the shift to electric vehicles will not signal the end of the horsepower rivalry.

      Lamborghini's inaugural EV will be based on the 2023 Lanzador concept. During a media conference held by the Volkswagen Group, CEO Oliver Blume confirmed that the vehicle will be constructed on a new platform utilized by Porsche, Audi, Bentley, and Lamborghini vehicles.

      Blume mentioned that this platform would allow for outputs of up to 2,000 hp and 980 volts, specifying that it will feature a unique configuration tailored for Lamborghini. Should the brand's first EV approach that power level, it would place it in the same category as the Pininfarina Battista and Rimac Nevera, with only the Koenigsegg Gemera surpassing it as the world’s most powerful production vehicle.

      However, despite the platform's capacity for 2,000 hp, it would be surprising if Lamborghini's first EV launches with such power in its standard version, especially if it resembles a higher-riding crossover like the Lanzador.

      Nonetheless, Lamborghini clearly aims for its first EV to make a bold impression. At the Lanzador's introduction during Monterey Car Week in 2023, the company announced a one-megawatt output—equivalent to 1,341 hp—which would still represent an impressive figure for an electric Lamborghini.

      The prospect of a 980-volt architecture is equally thrilling. While most premium EVs currently reach a maximum of 800 volts, some models from China have achieved 900 volts, and the new Lucid Gravity boasts a leading 926-volt architecture, enabling extremely fast charging and extended range.

      Blume also confirmed to Autocar that Lamborghini's fourth model will be manufactured in Italy, though he did not disclose the origin of its powertrain. Nonetheless, he reassured enthusiasts that it will embody “a typical Lamborghini, something very emotional.” If past trends are indicative, it will be characterized by loud, dramatic features, and exceptional speed, maintaining the brand’s legacy even in the absence of a roaring V12 engine.