Lamborghini Considering Espada Successor As Fourth Model In Their Lineup

Lamborghini’s current lineup includes three products: the Huracan, Aventador and Urus. But a fourth one has been considered for quite some time, and it could help lift the brand’s annual sales to around 10,000 units.

In an interview with AutoNews, Lamborghini CEO Stefano Domenicali said that a new 2+2 Grand Tourer could be in the cards. However, he admitted that they’re not in a hurry to launch it, as combining high-performance with comfort and interior space is a challenge.

“We are working hard to combine high performance with interior space and driving comfort in a package that, design wise should be striking, as well as highly efficient in terms of aerodynamics”, said Domenicali. “Our target is to reach the market between 2025 and 2027, so we are not in a hurry. We also have to decide which would be the right powertrain in such a time frame and in a segment we have not competed in for over 40 years.”

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Given that the spiritual successor of the Lamborghini Espada is between 7 and 9 years away, electrification is a must. For the required technology, the Italian car firm is looking at the Volkswagen Group and currently, a battery-electric 2+2 GT is possible, “but together with a high-performance plug-in hybrid”, according to Domenicali.

“Our final decision should combine what the VW Group could offer in terms of available technology, with what Lamborghini customers are asking for. This is the most difficult decision we have to take at Lamborghini and, luckily, we still have time to ponder all the available options”, he said. “As of today, we do not hear that Lamborghini customers are asking for a battery-powered model, but maybe in seven to nine years, they will be – and we should be ready.”

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Lamborghini’s first plug-in hybrid will be the Aventador replacement. It’s expected to arrive around 2021, and will keep the signature V12 engine, which will be joined by an electric motor. This is seen as the right way to keep Lambo’s DNA and help reduce emissions, and the same recipe will be applied when the successor of the Huracan hits the market later on. The latter will soldier on with a V10 that will be electrified.

As for the rumored Urus PHEV, it has been shelved for now, as Lamborghini first has to boost production of the current Urus to meet global demand, which is higher than anticipated. So, a plug-in hybrid derivative isn’t a priority yet. The initial plans for a plug-in hybrid V6 powertrain were not seen by the automaker as the best option, so they’re currently working on a V8 PHEV instead, although they are “not there yet”, according to Domenicali.

Note: Lamborghini Espada pictured