The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 is a limited-production mid-engine hybrid-electric sports car produced by the Italian automotive manufacturer Lamborghini and designed by its head of design Mitja Borkert. Unveiled on 14 August 2021, the car is inspired and named after the original Countach which was first introduced 50 years prior. Based on the hybridized powertrain of the Sián FKP 37, 112 units are planned to be produced, the number referring to the LP 112 model designation used during development of the original Countach.[5][6]
| Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 | |
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 Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lamborghini |
| Production | 2022 (112 units) |
| Assembly | Italy: Sant'Agata Bolognese |
| Designer | Mitja Borkert[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door coupe |
| Layout | Rear mid-engine, all-wheel drive |
| Doors | Scissor |
| Related | |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.5 L (397 cu in) L539 V12 |
| Electric motor | 48-volt |
| Power output |
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| Transmission | 7-speed single clutch ISR automated manual |
| Hybrid drivetrain | Mild hybrid |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106.3 in)[3] |
| Length | 4,870 mm (191.7 in) |
| Width | 2,099 mm (82.6 in) |
| Height | 1,139 mm (44.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,595 kg (3,516 lb) (dry)[4] |
All 112 units had been sold less than a week after the model was unveiled. Customer deliveries commenced in early 2022.[7]
Specifications and performance
editThe Countach LPI 800-4 shares its underpinnings and mechanicals with the Sián FKP 37 which was unveiled in 2019. It utilizes the same carbon-fiber monocoque along with the same mild hybrid powertrain with a slightly decreased combined output of 599 kW (814 PS; 803 hp) powering all four wheels.[4] It is a combination of the longitudinally positioned (LP) naturally-aspirated 6.5-liter V12 engine which in this case produces 574 kW (780 PS; 770 hp), along with a 48-volt electric motor producing an additional 25 kW (34 PS; 34 hp) which is located inside the 7-speed automated manual transmission. Energy from the regenerative braking system is stored in a supercapacitor which is lighter than a traditional lithium-ion battery.[8] The dry weight is 1,595 kg (3,516 lb), with the percentage split 43-57 front-to-rear.[9]
Lamborghini claimed the car is capable of 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) acceleration in 2.8 seconds, 0–200 km/h (0–124 mph) in 8.6 seconds and a top speed of 355 km/h (221 mph).[10][11]
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References
edit- ^ Duff, Mike (13 August 2021). "Why Lamborghini Decided to Bring Back the Countach". Car and Driver. Retrieved 14 August 2021.
- ^ "Countach LPI 800-4". Lamborghini. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
- ^ "The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 is unveiled today at The Quail". SNAP TASTE. 2021-08-13. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ a b "Countach LPI 800-4". Lamborghini. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
- ^ "Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Goes Back To The Future As A Sian-Based 21st Century Supercar". Carscoops. 2021-08-13. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ "Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 revealed, basically a retro Sian". Autoblog. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ Tushar Kelshikar, 16 April 2022, One of the first Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4s delivered in Germany, www.thesupercarblog.com Retrieved 31 January 2023
- ^ "Guess who's back: all hail the new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4". Top Gear. 2021-08-13. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ "Lamborghini Countach reborn as 803-hp hybrid supercar". Motor Authority. 13 August 2021. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ "2022 Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 First Look: A Retro Remastering of a Disco Classic". MotorTrend. 2021-08-13. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
- ^ "New Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 is retro hyper-hybrid". Autocar. Retrieved 2021-08-14.
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