Lamborghini's first battery-electric car will be a daily driver

Lamborghini previewed its first full-electric car with the Lanzador concept that it says combines the performance of a supercar with the versatility of a car that is drivable daily.

The production version of the 2+2 grand tourer is due to launch in 2028 as Lamborghini's fourth model, joining the Urus crossover, Revuelto plug-in hybrid coupe and Huracan coupe.

"For us, the fourth model is the absolutely logical extension of the existing portfolio -- the perfect link between Urus and our super sports cars," Lamborghini CEO Stephan Winkelmann said in a statement.

"This is an all-electric Lamborghini that customers can enjoy every day," added Rouven Mohr, Lamborghini's chief technical officer.

The Lanzador concept was unveiled during the Monterey Car Week in California.

It has high powered electric motor on each axle, providing permanent all-electric drive and a peak power of over one megawatt.

The energy is provided by a new generation high-performance battery, which also ensures a long range, Lamborghini said, without giving details.

The Lanzador has practical features for everyday use including a trunk beneath the steeply sloping front hood. The adjustable rear seats and variable rear luggage compartment also boost its load capacity.

New driving dynamics

The Lanzador previews future technologies including the brand's newly developed Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo Integrata (LDVI) driving dynamics control system that integrates significantly more sensors and actuators to create even finer and more precise driving behavior.

Its active aerodynamics adapt the car to different driving situations, which can increase the range per battery charge while also improving performance. Precise downforce for higher cornering speeds and the lowest possible air resistance at top speed can be variably adjusted.

Lamborghini sold a record 5,341 vehicles globally in the first half, 251 more than in the same period last year. The Urus was its the best-selling model with 3,241 units sold, followed by the Huracan.

The production Lanzador will be built in Lamborghini's factory in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy, where the Volkswagen Group-owned brand is investing 1.9 billion euros to 2027 in its shift to hybrid and electric cars.

The lineup is set to become all hybrid next year with a new-generation Urus and a new sports car replacing the Huracan.