Lamborghini Revuelto

Core summary

The Revuelto keeps the V12 but changes the machinery around it. Its plug-in system is a performance tool, not a promise of long-distance electric commuting.

The original LB744 Revuelto is a two-seat plug-in-hybrid supercar. This profile concerns that standard model, rather than assigning later special-edition figures to every Revuelto. Lamborghini quotes combined output of 1,015 CV, or 747 kW. CV is metric horsepower, so it should not be silently relabelled as US hp.

Cariary's buying perspective is straightforward: this is an emotional purchase whose logistics must work before its performance can be enjoyed. A car that cannot comfortably reach your garage or preferred destinations will spend too much time being admired rather than driven.

History & generations

Introduced in March 2023, the Revuelto follows the Aventador in Lamborghini's V12 flagship line. Electrification is not the only important change: an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission accompanies the new architecture. Buyers moving from an older flagship should assess the whole drivetrain rather than treating this as an Aventador with extra power.

The photographs show original Revuelto examples in different colours. None is presented as proof of a later special edition.

Body, platform & design

The photographs make the proportions clear: a low passenger cell, deeply cut side air intakes and a broad rear section. The paired grey-car views are useful for understanding how the body narrows around the cabin before widening around the rear wheels.

Measure the actual garage approach and doorway. Check clearance with the doors open, including overhead obstacles, and arrange a careful demonstration of any fitted lifting system before assuming a steep entrance is manageable.

Engine & drivetrain

A 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 works with three electric motors. Two serve the front axle and another is associated with the transmission. Lamborghini's stated 0–100 km/h time is 2.5 seconds; it is not a Cariary test result or a 0–60 mph measurement.

The useful ownership question is how the car behaves in ordinary manoeuvres and in its different battery states. Ask the dealer to explain the charge-management modes, storage procedure and approved charging arrangements, rather than relying on a brief full-throttle demonstration.

Trim differences

Start with the exact model designation and build sheet. Paint, wheels, interior treatments and carbon-fibre options can make two cars look dramatically different without making them different powertrain models. A special colour is not evidence of a special mechanical specification.

Prioritise the seat and visibility configuration that fits you. Photographs cannot reveal whether your helmet, shoulders or preferred driving position suit a particular seat.

Interior & seating

There are only two seats, so luggage and cabin storage deserve an honest rehearsal. Bring the bags you would use for a weekend and check where phones, glasses and small essentials can be secured. Supercar ownership becomes less relaxed when loose objects have nowhere sensible to go.

Test screen legibility and the controls you will use repeatedly. A passenger display may be entertaining, but convenient navigation and clear parking information are more consequential on an unfamiliar journey.

Efficiency & range

Plug-in hybrid does not mean this is an economy-led vehicle. Separate petrol consumption, electricity use and battery state when comparing figures. A single combined number cannot describe both a fully charged short trip and sustained driving with a depleted battery.

Budget for the exact tyre sizes, brake condition, insurance and scheduled service. Confirm which maintenance or warranty benefits actually transfer with the specific car, particularly for an import or used purchase.

Safety & equipment

Arrange a specialist inspection of tyres, brakes, underbody and any repaired carbon structures. Check outstanding campaigns by VIN through the manufacturer. Neither four-wheel drive nor a very high grip limit removes the need for appropriate tyres and road conditions.

Learn the car on a suitable supervised course if its performance is unfamiliar. Public roads are not a sensible place to discover the limits of its braking or acceleration.

Strengths

The distinctive appeal is retaining a large naturally aspirated engine while adding electric assistance and a dual-clutch gearbox. That combination separates it from choosing a battery EV purely for acceleration.

For an enthusiast, the buying decision should concern the experience sought: engine character, design, sense of occasion and usable journeys. A headline number alone is a weak reason to accept the compromises of a low two-seat car.

Considerations

Low-speed access and repair support can be more restrictive than fuel range. Before committing, identify a workshop capable of supporting the hybrid system and understand recovery arrangements if the car cannot move under its own power.

Treat modifications and undocumented repairs cautiously. A desirable specification does not compensate for an unclear history, and cosmetic condition should not substitute for an independent mechanical assessment.

Recommended use

The Revuelto suits an owner who wants a flagship supercar experience and has appropriate parking, routes and service access. It is a poor substitute for a comfortable utility vehicle when the real requirement is frequent passenger or luggage transport.

Plan a realistic day out during the buying process: entrance ramps, parking, luggage and return charging. That exercise is more revealing than a stationary showroom visit.

Rivals & related

A Ferrari SF90 Stradale is a relevant used hybrid-supercar comparison, but its engine configuration and ownership proposition differ. An Aventador offers a non-plug-in V12 alternative within Lamborghini history. Compare individual condition and support, not only published acceleration.

If effortless everyday speed is the main aim, test a less specialised performance car before accepting supercar access and storage compromises.

FAQ

Does the hybrid label mean a long electric commute? That is not this car's central proposition. Is 1,015 CV identical to 1,015 US hp? No; keep the stated unit.

Has Cariary tested its quoted acceleration? No. Performance figures here are attributed manufacturer claims, while the shopping guidance is editorial analysis.

Sources & updates

Manufacturer references identify the dated specifications used here. Cariary buying assessments are editorial analysis, not a claimed first-hand road test or a diagnosis of an individual vehicle. Photographs carry individual source and licence credits. Confirm the exact build, market and equipment before purchase; photographs of another trim do not establish your car’s specification.

• Lamborghini Revuelto launch, March 2023 →
• Lamborghini Revuelto model and technical specifications →
• Photograph — Orange Lamborghini Revuelto at a display →MrWalkr; CC BY-SA 4.0

Last editorial review: September 20, 2026. Specifications remain market- and model-year-specific.