After the spread of COVID-19 restrictions on international travel But when everything unravels Many countries are open to free travel, including Italy, so Lamborghini organized a test drive of the world’s most powerful SUV, the Urus Performante, on a track Vallelunga racing in Rome.
The Urus has been known as the main sales figure of the Lamborghini since it went on sale for the first time in 2018, creating a new dimension for the supercar. Similar to the Spanish bison, currently through nine months first of this year, the Urus has delivered 7,430 units worldwide (compared to 6,902 in the same period last year), a new all-time record. break all the old stats
Although it has already made significant sales but the Lamborghini Still not standing still, has launched the Urus Performante, an upgrade that increases strength and reduces the weight of the body with technology developed from the race track. That is the reason why we have come to test drive in Italy this time. How much will the part differ from the normal version?
More horsepower, lighter weight
The main point of the Performante model, just as the name says, is a high performance car. The improvements in power are mainly down to weight reduction and a bit more tuning of the drivetrain. with new engine and gear modifications The power has been increased to 666 horsepower (16 horsepower more than the standard model), maximum torque of 850 Nm.
For the heart of reducing weight comes from modifying important parts such as internal materials, engine parts, hood. and a spoiler around the car that has been changed to Carbon Kevra material By reducing the total weight by as much as 47 kg, the horsepower to weight is reduced to 3.2 kg / horsepower. Better than the standard model with a ratio of 3.4 kg / horsepower.
Looking at the performance results, acceleration 0-100 km / h in 3.3 seconds, improved by 0.3 seconds compared to the normal Wrus, acceleration 0-200 km / h in 11.5 seconds (normal version 12.8 seconds. ) Speed maximum 306 km/ha braking distance from 100-0 km/h, using a distance of only 32.9 meters
In particular, the rear spoiler has been redesigned to produce 38% more air pressure and 10% more air pressure overall compared to the regular model. The tires were replaced to help reduce weight and improve traction performance by switching to Pirelli Trofeo R tyres.
For the first time, a new driving mode, Rally, has been added specifically for cruising through the dust. Along with adjusting the sound of the new exhaust pipe. Heard it more aggressively than before. The seats are made of genuine Alcantara leather that has been specially selected from the others. which has to be experienced by yourself to understand how smooth
Smooth and muddy roads
The day before we traveled to take part in the Urus Performante test, the team said the skies were clear. The field temperature is suitable. As for the off-road area where driving is completely dry and dusty, it’s fun to drive and you can definitely see the full performance of the car. But then the morning of our driving queue. It had been raining heavily since early in the morning. until we reach the testing ground Although the rain is lighter, it continues to fall.
The Lamborghini team consulted with whether he will drive or not and how to drive Finally he decided that we drive according to the program but reduce the speed and the number of laps. The author was honored to be the second driver, following the team, the top straight line speed of 140 km/h, driving 4 laps in the rain with no sign of stopping easily.
What we can feel from driving these 4 rounds, in addition to the strength that is ready to surge in all speed ranges and the sound of the exhaust pipe roaring We also had traction performance in wet and slippery roads on all surfaces and it The Urus Performante confidently grips the road. At some point we enter a curve with speed. Expect to be slippery, but it turns out it also holds the island well But of course, it is not a speed that is higher or equivalent to a dry surface.
After that, the author continued to drive off-road like the first group. And be the first in the queue to test drive too. The first lap was a driving test on the surface, saying the word “mud”, especially in the corners of the curves. The expectation of seeing the dust disappear But it turned into a thrill to try to slide in the mud. Even if it is not a little nervous Because if you lose it out of the way, it means “upside down” without a doubt.
The first lap went by, the second we used more speed. By activating the Rally mode through the drive because this system will help to control the torque distribution accordingly. When driving to a sharp turn, thick mud intend to go in lightly Hoping not to slide, but as soon as I press the accelerator to start in the middle of the curve. can feel the slide a bit of a shock but is controlled with confidence The system is a great help. At the end of the lap, the speed was increased. The car still grips the slippery surface very well. If asked if it can drive faster, the answer is yes, but we are not more confident in ourselves.
Complete 2 main driving tours. The team said In the afternoon the rain should have stopped and we should try to drive on dry roads. which is like the magic of the Mayan cycle We were back behind the wheel after the rain stopped, but the race track surface still had some water on it. The golden opportunity to try it has returned.
This time, it is like a car to know the writer’s needs. Fully compressed in the straight line, the maximum speed is more than 200 km / h (repeat, the track surface is still wet) The car is very stable. confident without worrying The driving range in a racing line (racing line) speed higher than before. Excellent road grip Including the brake system that took every stroke Many times we have to brake hard before entering a corner. The car does not lose its balance at all. The steering wheel can be controlled with precision and confidence.
Finally, after the media have completed the tour We have a special giveaway round. The track surface was completely dry and the sun was out, so I asked to try again. Determined to build a hand that will drive to the fullest performance. But the team guessed us again. Arranging a car to lead this round is not as intense as the previous round. The maximum speed we can do is less than 200 km / h, but try to enter a strong curve. saw centrifugal force but couldn’t hear the tire It was just the roar of the exhaust pipe.
There is said to be no sense of fear in every driving round that he will fall off the curve or lose his balance. There was only adrenaline from pressing the accelerator and the car flew forward like a forward warp. this feeling I have not seen in any type of SUV. If there is closer it would be the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S and the Aston Martin DBX. We only drive a short distance on the real road, not trying full strength like this. so it cannot be compared
He admitted it directly Before trying to drive the Urus, the author had imagined that With the same platform, how different is it from peers? But when you actually try to drive Such thoughts were completely erased. Along with finding answers from the lead engineer team that how he did it
“It’s like going to a supermarket. There are many ingredients and seasonings to choose from. It depends on what you bring. we only choose the best and we must not forget that even though everything is the same But the most different thing is that our chef’s name is Lamborghini, so styling, blending and combining everything to make it look like a Lamborghini is a unique signature. “
Who is it for?
Lamborghini Urus Performante is expected to be launched in the Thai market soon, the price will undoubtedly be more expensive than the regular model. but believe us it is definitely worth it Although the price is not yet known due to the supercar market at the moment It is on the rise where the demand is greater than the number of vehicles sold. Especially this special version Opportunity to buy and then make a profit on possible resale
