Leaner. Meaner. Faster

The "Performante" tag is reserved for the Lamborghini cars that push their own boundaries. The Urus does it and does it well

- Joshua Varghese

LAMBORGHINI HAVE HELD ON FOR AS L long as possible but the change was inevitable. They are one of the last supercar manufacturers in the world who have finally given in to the shift to hybrid powertrains in 2024. Before that actually takes place, though, every Lamborghini car on sale got a proper farewell, including the one that is most relevant to the Indian market and also the breadwinner of the brand. We were in Bengaluru to drive the Urus Performante: the most manic iteration of the super SUV yet and also the last hurrah before the hybrids arrive.

The changes in styling between the Performante and the standard Urus are subtle. While the silhouette and shape remain the same, modifications have been made to improve aerodynamic efficiency and reduce weight. For the latter, several parts have been replaced with carbonfibre units, including the bonnet. The new titanium exhaust system also contributes to weight-saving and, though not much of it is visible, it does make itself heard; loudly and clearly.