Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder

"The LP 560-4 is the next step in a huge success story," said Stephan Winkelmann, President and CEO of Automobili Lamborghini. "With the Spyder, we are now unveiling a car that is, quite simply, a new dimension in the latest Gallardo range. It is an entirely new model which builds on the substantial technical and design attributes of the Gallardo LP 560-4 production strategy. The new Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder is a breathtaking automobile - and utterly unparalleled in its commitment to extreme motoring." The car's agility has been greatly refined, a new, lighter transmission, new engine, and revised permanent all-wheel drive system all contribute to significantly improved performance and dynamics. Similar to the Coupe, the Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder is powered by a new 5.2 litre V10 engine with an output 412 kW at 8000 rpm.

The increase of 29kW and a 20kg reduction in weight compared with that of the previous Gallardo allows the vehicle to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.0 seconds with a top speed of 324 km/h. At the same time, the new highly efficient driveline featuring a direct fuel injection system also makes for impressive efficiency. Despite the considerable increase in performance, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by 18 percent according to Lamborghini. They say that the LP560-4 also boasts improv-ed traction, handling and stability at high speeds. The redesigned four-wheel drive transmission, the new suspension, the improved stiffness of the Spyder bodyshell and the optimised aerodynamics all contribute to the overall improvements in the vehicle, as do the reduced weight and decreased friction throughout the components.

Design:
Each evolution of the Lamborghini form is strictly dictated by the demands of function. The redesigned front end lends the LP 560-4 a firm, low stance that also contributes to its aerodynamic efficiency. In line with the increased engine output, the enlarged and clearly accentuated air intakes increase the air flow critical to such a high-performance automobile. The spoiler, positioned low between the air intakes, improves aerodynamic stability at high speeds. Despite its low exterior height, the Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder has a reasonably spacious interior - even when the top is closed. The wide middle console accommodates the standard Lamborghini audio and multimedia system, as well as the dual-zone climate control. Seven instrument dials boasting new graphics provide the driver with essential engine data, while a multi-functional display between the speedometer and rev counter relays important information from the on-board computer.