Lamborghini SUV Urus High-Performance Model Launched in Korea

by Choi Daeyul

Published 23 Sep.2022 17:23(KST)

Lamborghini SUV Urus Performante

[Asia Economy Reporter Choi Dae-yeol] Lamborghini's high-performance model of the sports utility vehicle (SUV) Urus, the Performante, was launched domestically on the 23rd, announced Lamborghini Seoul (SQDA Motors), the official dealer in Korea.

Following its first unveiling in mid-August, the domestic launch was decided in just over a month. The new car is 25mm longer in overall length compared to the existing Urus, and the chassis is lowered by 20mm. The wheel track is widened by 16mm. From the side, it gives the impression of a lower body. The bonnet is made of lightweight carbon fiber. Air vents have been added from the hood line to the front bumper. The rear spoiler is equipped with carbon fiber fins inspired by the Aventador SVJ, which lower the body during driving.

Lamborghini SUV Urus Performante Interior

It produces 666 horsepower (CV), 16 horsepower more than the existing Urus. The curb weight is reduced by 47kg, resulting in a power-to-weight ratio of 3.2kg per horsepower, the highest in its class. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds. It takes 32.9 meters to come to a complete stop from 100 km/h. The top speed is 306 km/h, and the maximum torque is 86.7 kg·m (2300~4500 rpm).

There are four driving modes. In addition to the standard Strada, Sport, and Corsa modes, a Rally mode has been added. The Rally mode is designed for dirt track driving, and the company explains that it amplifies oversteer characteristics with an anti-roll and damping system optimized for steel springs on rough surfaces.

Lamborghini SUV Urus Performante

Francesco Scardaoni, Head of Automobili Lamborghini Asia-Pacific, said, "The new record set by the Urus Performante in the production SUV category at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is proof of its powerful performance," adding, "With this new model launch, we hope Urus will continue to play a very important role in Korea."

Known as a super SUV, the Urus was launched domestically in July 2019, and by December last year, 621 units were delivered to customers in just over two and a half years. This accounts for 75% of the total model sales of 829 units during this period. It has received favorable reviews for combining supercar performance with practicality as a daily car.