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Lamborghini Gallardo Sports Car (2003-2013)

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Product Overview

Lamborghini Gallardo is a high-performance compact sports car in production from 2003 to 2013. It was available with various tunes of two Lamborghini V10 engines that displaced 5.0 to 5.2 liters. Interestingly, the original 5.0 V10 is even-firing, while the updated 5.2 V10 is odd-firing.
Undoubtedly, the most exciting thing about the Lamborghini Gallardo is the V10 engine, which carries a distinct sonic characteristic and instant power response that rival V12s even if it falls short in terms of smoothness.
At the same time, the Gallardo brings the iconic Lamborghini styling to a more "approachable" price point.
Owners may find that at speed the vehicle consumes a lot more than the numbers indicate, thanks to a disappointing 0.36 coefficient of drag to show for it. With a 13.3L/100km (17.7mpg) fuel "dis-economy", owners have to be prepared to pay for their "smiles-per-mile". Utility-minded owners will likely need to keep an alternative for hauling things around, as the tiny cargo space is almost surely insufficient.
Drivers who appreciate handling will be pleased to know that the Lamborghini Gallardo comes with double-wishbone suspensions at all four corners.

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Ratings

What we found**

Neo score 85% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Iconic Lamborghini styling
  • Superb V10 engine
  • Manual transmission still available
  • Rare RWD model in the LP 550-2
Cons
  • High 0.36 drag coefficient
  • Very high fuel consumption
  • Very little cargo space

What external reviewers found***

Ext 91% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Superb body control
  • Fantastic handling
  • Superb four-wheel drive
  • Fantastic performance
Cons
  • Lacklustre manual gearbox
  • No folding hardtop option
  • Not the best road car
  • More expensive than the regular Gallardo
  • More expensive than its predecessor
  • Fiddly infotainment system
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Specifications

GallardoGallardo ATGallardo IIGallardo II ATLP 550-2LP 550-2 TricoloreLP 560-4LP 560-4 ATLP 570-4 Super Trofeo Stradale ATLP 570-4 SuperleggeraLP 570-4 Superleggera ATSuperleggeraSuperleggera AT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity110 L / 3.9 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity21.0 L / 22.2 qt
Engine Oil Capacity9.5 L / 10.0 qt9.5 L / 10.0 qt9.5 L / 10.0 qt9.5 L / 10.0 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt8.3 L / 8.8 qt9.5 L / 10.0 qt9.5 L / 10.0 qt
Fuel Capacity90.0 L / 23.8 gal
Passengers2
Payload188 kg / 414 lbs345 kg / 761 lbs330 kg / 728 lbs280 kg / 617 lbs345 kg / 761 lbs470 kg / 1036 lbs470 kg / 1036 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearVentilated discs
Suspension | FrontDouble-wishbone
Suspension | RearDouble-wishbone
Tire Size235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 R19, 295/30 R19235/35 ZR19, 295/30 R19235/35 ZR19, 295/30 R19
Turning Circle11.5 m / 37.7 ft

Construction

Body Style2-door Coupe

Dimensions

Size | Height1165 mm / 45.9 in
Size | Length4300 mm / 169.3 in4300 mm / 169.3 in4300 mm / 169.3 in4300 mm / 169.3 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4386 mm / 172.7 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4345 mm / 171.1 in4300 mm / 169.3 in4300 mm / 169.3 in
Size | Width1900 mm / 74.8 in
Track Width | Front1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1632.0 mm / 64.3 in1632.0 mm / 64.3 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1632.0 mm / 64.3 in1632.0 mm / 64.3 in1632.0 mm / 64.3 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in1622.0 mm / 63.9 in
Track Width | Rear1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1597.0 mm / 62.9 in1597.0 mm / 62.9 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1597.0 mm / 62.9 in1597.0 mm / 62.9 in1597.0 mm / 62.9 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in1592.0 mm / 62.7 in
Weight1612.0 kg / 3553.9 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1455.0 kg / 3207.7 lbs1470.0 kg / 3240.8 lbs1520.0 kg / 3351.0 lbs1455.0 kg / 3207.7 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1430.0 kg / 3152.6 lbs1330.0 kg / 2932.1 lbs1330.0 kg / 2932.1 lbs
Wheel Size8.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19, 11J x 198.5J x 19
Wheelbase2560 mm / 100.8 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h4.2 sec4.2 sec3.9 sec4.0 sec3.9 sec3.9 sec3.7 sec3.9 sec3.4 sec3.4 sec3.4 sec3.8 sec3.8 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph4.0 sec4.0 sec3.7 sec3.8 sec3.7 sec3.7 sec3.5 sec3.7 sec3.2 sec3.2 sec3.2 sec3.6 sec3.6 sec
CO2 Emission450 g/km450 g/km400 g/km341 g/km315 g/km315 g/km400 g/km400 g/km
Coefficient Of Drag0.360.360.360.360.360.360.360.360.370.360.360.360.36
Fuel Economy19.5 L/100km / 12.1 MPG (combined) | 29.1 L/100km / 8.1 MPG (urban) | 13.9 L/100km / 16.9 MPG (highway)19.5 L/100km / 12.1 MPG (combined) | 29.1 L/100km / 8.1 MPG (urban) | 13.9 L/100km / 16.9 MPG (highway)17.0 L/100km / 13.8 MPG (combined) | 24.8 L/100km / 9.5 MPG (urban) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (highway)14.4 L/100km / 16.3 MPG (combined) | 22.0 L/100km / 10.7 MPG (urban) | 10.0 L/100km / 23.5 MPG (highway)14.0 L/100km / 16.8 MPG (combined) | 21.0 L/100km / 11.2 MPG (urban) | 10.0 L/100km / 23.5 MPG (highway)13.3 L/100km / 17.7 MPG (combined) | 20.1 L/100km / 11.7 MPG (urban) | 9.2 L/100km / 25.6 MPG (highway)13.5 L/100km / 17.4 MPG (combined) | 20.4 L/100km / 11.5 MPG (urban) | 9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (highway)13.5 L/100km / 17.4 MPG (combined) | 20.4 L/100km / 11.5 MPG (urban) | 9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (highway)17.0 L/100km / 13.8 MPG (combined) | 24.8 L/100km / 9.5 MPG (urban) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (highway)17.0 L/100km / 13.8 MPG (combined) | 24.8 L/100km / 9.5 MPG (urban) | 12.4 L/100km / 19.0 MPG (highway)
Top Speed309.0 km/h / 192.0 mph309.0 km/h / 192.0 mph315.0 km/h / 195.7 mph315.0 km/h / 195.7 mph320.0 km/h / 198.8 mph320.0 km/h / 198.8 mph325.0 km/h / 201.9 mph320.0 km/h / 198.8 mph320.0 km/h / 198.8 mph325.0 km/h / 201.9 mph325.0 km/h / 201.9 mph315.0 km/h / 195.7 mph315.0 km/h / 195.7 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveRear-wheel driveRear-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveAll-wheel driveAll-wheel driveAll-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel driveMid-engine (transverse), All-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 3Euro 3Euro 4Euro 4Euro 5Euro 4Euro 4Euro 5Euro 5Euro 5
Engine07L07L07L07LCEHCEHCEHCEHCEHCEHCEH07L07L
Engine | Bore82.5 mm / 3.2 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in84.5 mm / 3.3 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in82.5 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Compression Ratio11.0:111.0:111.0:111.0:112.5:112.5:112.5:112.5:112.5:112.5:112.5:111.0:111.0:1
Engine | Displacement5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.2 L / 317.6 cu-in / 5204.0 cc5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc5.0 L / 302.7 cu-in / 4961.0 cc
Engine | Power500.0 hp / 372.8 kW @ 7800 rpm500.0 hp / 372.8 kW @ 7800 rpm520.0 hp / 387.8 kW @ 8000 rpm520.0 hp / 387.8 kW @ 8000 rpm551.0 hp / 410.9 kW @ 8000 rpm551.0 hp / 410.9 kW @ 8000 rpm560.0 hp / 417.6 kW @ 8000 rpm560.0 hp / 417.6 kW @ 8000 rpm570.0 hp / 425.0 kW @ 8000 rpm570.0 hp / 425.0 kW @ 8000 rpm570.0 hp / 425.0 kW @ 8000 rpm530.0 hp / 395.2 kW @ 8000 rpm530.0 hp / 395.2 kW @ 8000 rpm
Engine | Specific Output100.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in100.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in104.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in104.8 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in105.9 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in105.9 hp/L / 1.7 hp/cu-in107.6 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in107.6 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in109.5 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in109.5 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in109.5 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in106.8 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in106.8 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke92.8 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Torque510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm540 Nm / 398.3 lb-ft @ 6500 rpm510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm510 Nm / 376.2 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol V10 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears6-speed
Transmission | TypeManualAutomatic E-GearManualAutomatic E-GearManualAutomatic E-GearManualAutomatic E-GearAutomatic E-GearManualAutomatic E-GearManualAutomatic E-Gear

Production

Availability2003 ~ 20052003 ~ 20052005 ~ 20082005 ~ 20082009 ~ 20132011 ~ 20112008 ~ 20132008 ~ 20132011 ~ 20122010 ~ 20132010 ~ 20132007 ~ 20082007 ~ 2008
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3rd-Party Review Videos

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External Reviews

carmagazine[1]

Sentiment Score 89%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni is a limited edition. The car has no front driveshaft and all the power goes to the rear wheels. It costs £163,245, nearly £20k more than the standard 5.2-litre V10.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful V10
  • Fantastic handling
Cons
  • No front driveshafts
  • Pricier than the regular Gallardo

carmagazine[2]

Sentiment Score 85%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The new Lamborghini LP560-4 has a capacity hike from 5.0 to 5.2-litres. Direct injection has enabled a big rise in the compression ratio from 11.8:1 to 12.5:1. Torque is up too, from 376lb ft to 398lb ft, the top speed climbs 5mph to 201mph and the 0-62mph sprint falls from 3.9sec to 3.7sec. The company is aiming for a 40 percent reduction in emissions over the next two years.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • More fun to drive than Superleggera
  • New E-gear gearbox
Cons
  • Not the best road car
  • Fiddly infotainment system

carmagazine[3]

Sentiment Score 78%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The Lamborghini Gallardo turns ten years old this year. The latest facelift won't alter that, but it is a chance to be reminded of why this remains a great car. The 552bhp V10 has a richly layered, guttural roar, and time hasn't tempered the savagery with which it fires you down the road.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Fantastic performance
  • Superb four-wheel drive
Cons
  • No turbos
  • Lacklustre manual gearbox

carmagazine[4]

Sentiment Score 92%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder has same engine, chassis, gearbox, interior plus a 140kg increase in weight. Like the Coupe, the Spyder gets the Reventon-inspired front-end and some exquisite ‘Y-form' LED taillights and running lamps. At 1550kg it's not exactly skinny as it is. The fully-lined fabric roof, available in black, blue, grey or beige, electronically deploys in 20 seconds.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Gorgeous V10 engine
  • Impressive agility
  • Excellent handling
Cons
  • Dated cabin
  • No folding hardtop option

carmagazine[5]

Sentiment Score 95%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante is the most expensive Lamborghini currently on sale. Think of it as a drop-top version of the Gallardo Superleggera, with the same weight-saving measures and the same 562bhp V10 engine. Carbonfibre is used for the side sills, diffuser, rear spoiler and door mirror casings.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful V10 engine
  • Superb body control
Cons
  • Pricier than Superleggera

carmagazine[6]

Sentiment Score 100%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera sounds great when spoken quickly in Italian. Goes quickly too, thanks to a 562bhp V10 and a 1340kg kerbweight. A bit of chip tuning was all it took to squeeze an additional 10bhp out of the Gallardo's direct-injection 5.2-litre V10.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Powerful V10 engine
  • Comfortable to drive
Cons
  • More expensive than its predecessor

carmagazine[7]

Sentiment Score 98%
Reviewers from carmagazine have found the following***:
The Superleggera weighs 1330kg, a soild 100kg less than the standard Gallardo. Despite the tail-friendly 30:70 torque split, you experience the full handling spectrum from determined understeer to radical oversteer. The sportier dampers are a welcome modification on the track where poise, roadholding and control are instrumental for shaving off tenths here and there.
Find the original article here.
Pros
  • Fantastic handling
  • Superb rear-wheel drive
Cons
  • More expensive than the regular Gallardo

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References

1. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni (2009) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp550-2-valentino-balboni-2009-review/. 2009-08-13. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
2. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 (2008) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp560-4-2008-review/. 2008-05-13. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
3. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 (2013) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp560-4-2013-review/. 2013-04-26. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
4. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder (2009) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp560-4-spyder-2009-review/. 2009-04-02. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
5. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Spyder Performante (2010) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp570-4-spyder-performante-2010-review/. 2010-12-27. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
6. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera (2010) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-lp570-4-superleggera-2010-review/. 2010-08-06. Retrieved 2022-05-12.
7. ^ Lamborghini Gallardo Superleggera (2007) review. [carmagazine]. https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-reviews/lamborghini/lamborghini-gallardo-superleggera-2007-review/. 2007-03-23. Retrieved 2022-05-12.

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