Limited edition Lamborghini Fenomeno

The super sportscars and SUVs that Lamborghini makes are already exclusive in their own right but for those who want still more exclusivity (and are willing to pay for it), the automaker can offer one-offs or a limited edition that only a small number of people will own.

One of the limited editions that was recently unveiled at an event in California is the Fenomeno, which will have a production run of just 29 units. The Fenomeno celebrates the brand’s heritage of exclusive models; new levels of performance and technical innovation; and iconic and essential design from Lamborghini Centro Stile which has been designed its cars for 20 years.

The Fenomeno is an original Lamborghini ‘design manifesto’, taking the brand’s most representative stylistic elements to the extreme. In addition to the unique design and custom aerodynamics developed for the vehicle, it has the most powerful V12 (835 ps) in Lamborghini’s history, combined with 3 electric motors (245 ps) to generate total power output of 1,080 ps. The weight-to-power ratio with the 6.5-litre engine is also the best in Lamborghini’s history: 1.64 kg/ps.

The drive to the four wheels is provided by the internal combustion engine that delivers traction to the rear wheels, and by the pair of electric motors installed on the front axle, while the third radial flux electric motor positioned above the gearbox provides torque to the rear depending on the selected driving mode.

The 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox is installed transversely behind the longitudinal engine, leaving space under the tunnel for the lithium-ion battery that powers the electric motors. The addition of an eighth gear allows fuel consumption to be optimized as well as maximizing comfort while cruising.

The powertrain is housed in the monofuselage, Lamborghini’s innovative aeronautics-inspired chassis, which as well as a monocoque made entirely of multi-technology carbonfibre, has a front structure in Forged Composite, a special material made of short carbonfibre soaked in resin.

The Fenomeno is also equipped with technologies typically found in racing cars, optimizing the car’s dynamics and delivering to the driver the best experience ever at the wheel of a V12. The CCM-R Plus brake system with carbon-ceramic discs guarantees maximum efficiency on both road and track.

Interior

The passenger compartment reflects the hyper-design concept, presenting a new interpretation of Lamborghini’s ‘Feel like a pilot’ philosophy, creating an ever-deeper connection with the vehicle both for the driver and their passenger.

The driving position and race steering wheel offer an incredibly engaging driving experience, while the 3 digital screens not only meet requirements for stylistic minimalism but have also allowed most of the physical buttons to be eliminated, allowing the driver to concentrate fully on the road or track, just like in a racing car.

The Fenomeno takes Lamborghini’s R&D prowess in ultra-light materials to extremes: carbonfibre is the main player in the passenger compartment, starting out with the centre console equipped with sport pad, and continuing with the door panels and bucket sports seats. The latter were designed specifically for the Fenomeno, as were the air vents in the carbonfibre instrument cluster made using 3D printing technology. The ambient lighting system emphasizes the spaceship-like forms of the passenger compartment, making the on-board experience even more special.

Customers can access a further level of customization to make their Fenomeno even more unique thanks to the Lamborghini Ad Personam program. This offers a virtually unlimited range of colour combinations, both for the bodywork and the interior, which can be further personalized through the choice of upholstery materials.

All customizations to make the vehicle truly one-of-a-kind, choosing from a palette of over 400 exterior colours and an almost unlimited range of interior options, can be defined by the client who can opt for the most personal and exclusive service at the Lamborghini Ad Personam studio.

To deliver perfect driving dynamics and ensure the vehicle is as fun to drive as possible, the Fenomeno is fitted with racing shock absorbers that can be manually calibrated to allow the perfect stance and set-up to be achieved for the track and type of use. They also offer optimum damping performance that keeps body movement in check, as well as greater travel ratio between wheel and shock to ensure the shock absorber is working as precisely as possible.

Management of vehicle dynamics is entrusted to a series of specific components. At the heart of Fenomeno’s integrated control system is the 6D sensor coupled with innovative vehicle dynamic control logics, introduced on a Lamborghini for the first time.

The 6D sensor is installed strategically close to the vehicle’s centre of gravity and is directly connected to the Integrated Power Brake control unit. Its function is to provide measurements of the acceleration on all three axes (lateral, longitudinal and vertical) in real time, as well as the angular velocity also for all three axes (pitch, roll and yaw). This information allows for a highly-precise estimation of the vehicle’s speed, the side-slip angle and the instantaneous coefficient of friction between tyres and road surface.

As Official Technical Partner of Lamborghini, Bridgestone has developed bespoke Potenza Sport ultra high-performance tyres for the Fenomeno to ensure optimum dynamism. Available in 265/30 ZRF21 (front) and 355/25 ZRF22 (rear) sizes, the custom tyres are available with Bridgestone’s Run Flat Technology.

The Fenomeno will also be available with high-grip, semi-slick bespoke Bridgestone tyres offering track-level performance while remaining fully homologated for public roads. Custom-engineered to allow the vehicle’s performance potential to be fully exploited, the track-oriented fitment will be available in 20 and 21-inch sizes.

“With the Fenomeno, Lamborghini once again presents an incomparable super sportscar in a limited edition. The combination of the most powerful V12 in our history, breathtaking design, superior aerodynamics, and cutting-edge technologies such as extreme lightweight construction make the Fenomeno the most extraordinary super sportscar of our time,” said Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman & CEO of Automobili Lamborghini.

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