Name: Lamborghini Aventador Review
Item: Lamborghini Aventador
Author: Gumtree.com

Launched in 2011, the Lamborghini Aventador is a cutting-edge supercar with stunning looks and an incredible petrol engine that’ll leave jealous onlookers staring after you. Aventador means “sixth element” in Italian, the homeland of Lamborghini, a reference to the periodic table number of the carbon and carbon fibre it’s made from. This is the legendary brand’s top supercar and comes at a top-level price to match. It’s expensive even for a vehicle of its kind, but to enthusiasts who fall in love with its over-the-top design and viciously loud engine roar, it’ll be worth every penny.

So, visit the Aventador model page or read on to learn more about Lamborghini’s top racer!

What we think about the Lamborghini Aventador

The Lamborghini Aventador is a top-class supercar with standout looks and great track performance.

Pros

Unmistakable looks and engine sound

Strong, lightweight carbon construction

Fast and powerful

Cons

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Struggles on corners

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Impractical off the race track

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Non-premium interior

Photo by Damian Morys

There are four different version of this striking supercar: the Aventador S, S Roadster, SVJ and SVJ Roadster. The 2017 Aventador S has a 6.5-litre petrol engine with manual transmission. It seats two, and is rated at 18 mpg (combined). It can do 0-60 mph in 2.5 seconds, but has not received a safety rating from Euro NCAP.

Driving performance of the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Driving Rating8 / 10

The Lamborghini Aventador is brimming with character and offers a beautifully classic race-car driving feel. It’s in its element on the open road or straight race track and is demanding and seriously fun, inviting you to push yourself and the engine. This top-level speedster can be a bit of a handful on corners, though, thanks to its width and low weight, so it’s best suited to track racing. That’s where you can open it up and really enjoy the incredible performance on offer. In town, the Aventador can be challenging, as it’s wide and tricky to see out of, though you’re sure to be turning heads in the car park. Later models have a feature that turns the rear wheels in the opposite direction to the front ones when parking, making getting in and out of tight spaces much easier.

Safety and reliability of the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Safety Rating7 / 10

There’s no Euro NCAP rating for the Lamborghini Aventador – even the second-hand price is so high that it’s unlikely to receive safety ratings from non-racing specialists anytime soon. There isn’t much by way of active safety features either, though newer models come with a passive pedestrian protection system, and all versions have plenty of airbags and a collapsible steering column. The Aventador’s carbon chassis is stiff enough to pass FIA GT racing roof crush tests without a roll cage, too. If you’re looking at purchasing a model that’s been used on the race track, have it checked over very carefully by racing mechanics to catch any damage, especially to the carbon fibre parts.

Under the bonnet of the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Engine Rating7 / 10

All models of the Lamborghini Aventador have a 1.6-litre petrol engine and manual transmission. It uses a seven-speed ISR (Independent Shifting Rod) gearbox, which can take some practice for non-experts, as changing gear can be a slightly lurch-filled experience at first. The 2018 Aventador SJV brings a mighty 759 bhp, with a top speed of 271 mph. It does 0-60 mph in just 2.5 seconds, and 0-124mph in 8.6 seconds. Other years offer similar times, with the 2012 model going from 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds. The Aventador’s engine offers a maximum torque of 690 Nm and has a searing, violent roar.

What you'll find in the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Design Rating9 / 10

Lamborghini has stated that the design of the Aventador is based in “aerospace” – meaning it looks like it might just take off. Its aesthetic is ridiculously over-the-top, in iconic Lambo style. This supercar screams brash and flashy, rather than opulent, with a range of racy features including shark fins. It’s not all looks though: the full-carbon chassis is incredibly strong and crush-resistant, and the pushrod suspension is specially designed for racetrack vehicles. There are eighteen colour options, including bright yellows and reds, as well as shades of black and grey for if you’re looking to blend in – though the rest of the car’s design won’t help with that.

Comfort and interiors in the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Comfort Rating2 / 10

Inside, the Lamborghini Aventador feels cheap compared to its price tag. It’s generally comfortable but unexciting at basically any trim, though a much more stylish custom version is available. Its low height and wide stature make it tricky to climb in and out of, and visibility out of the windscreen is pretty poor. Both seats are aligned straight ahead – not a given in race cars – but other than that, the Aventador is fairly impractical for anywhere except the track.

What features you'll find in the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Features Rating7 / 10

Features like Apple CarPlay smartphone mirroring are standard on newer versions of the Lamborghini Aventador. There’s also a driving mode selection option that allows you to create custom modes to suit your personal preferences, though it can be a bit tricky to use. Other racing features are standard, too, including real-time wheel direction graphics on the dash, as well as a tachometer. You can get an add-on telemetry system for recording lap times – as with the rest of the design, the Aventador’s features are more track focused.

What fuel efficiency to expect from the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Fuel Consumption Rating3 / 10

Just as the rest of it is designed for racing rather than everyday driving, the Lamborghini Aventador is focused on going as fast as possible. It’s made to post impressive numbers at the track, not on fuel consumption tests. Those state the Aventador can manage 18 mpg, however this is difficult to achieve unless you’re a very conservative driver – and this is not a conservative car. Despite weighing 1575kg, the Aventador’s 6.5-litre petrol engine puts out 499g/km of carbon dioxide on average thanks to its large size. This is not a car for efficient – or boring – driving.

Running costs of the Lamborghini Aventador

Our Cost Rating5 / 10

The Lamborghini Aventador is in insurance group 50, which is the top band for insurance costs. But this is to be expected, given its high value and massively powerful engine. It needs expensive specialist servicing every twelve months or nine thousand miles (whichever comes sooner). Sadly, you can’t skip on this even if your Aventador is just sat in a garage, as there are specialist parts such as brake fluid that will deteriorate over time even if left unused.

Our verdict of the Lamborghini Aventador

3.5 / 5 Gumtree rating

The Lamborghini Aventador is a ridiculous yet incredible premium sportscar. It's great on the race track and unmistakably iconic, but is fairly impractical for everyday driving, as well as being expensive to buy and run.

Lamborghini Aventador Review