Lamborghini FenomenoItalian luxury marque Automobili Lamborghini has introduced its most powerful V12 yet with the launch of the Fenomeno, a few-off limited edition PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) supercar. The company said the adoption of a hybrid drivetrain was aimed at enhancing driving pleasure rather than following industry trends.
“We didn’t do hybrid because everyone else is doing it; we did it when it could offer more driving pleasure,” Matteo Ortenzi, Revuelto Product Line Director told ETAuto during a media interaction. He added that the move coincided with the availability of technology that could deliver performance gains without diluting the brand’s core identity.
Revealed at the Monterey Car Week 2025, the Fenomeno is a limited edition of 29 units which are already sold out. It is paired with a 6.5-litre V12 engine with three electric motors to produce a combined 1,080 CV — 835 CV from the V12 and 245 CV from the electric units. It can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 2.4 seconds, reach 200 km/h in 6.7 seconds and has a top speed of over 350 km/h. Its dry weight-to-power ratio stands at 1.64 kg/CV.
ETAuto earlier reported how Lamborghini is moving ahead with hybrid powertrains as electrification is coming at a slower pace than expected. However, the company plans to launch its upcoming electric vehicle models as per the schedule.
Aligning with company’s strategy
Lamborghini said the new hybrid system, combined with a high-revving combustion engine, is designed to ensure electrification complements rather than compromises its trademark driving experience.
The system features two axial-flow electric motors on the front axle for torque vectoring and regenerative braking, and a third integrated into the eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox to deliver rear-axle torque and support all-electric driving. It comes with a 7 kWh lithium-ion battery that is positioned centrally in the chassis.
Described as a “design manifesto”, the Fenomeno sports a longtail profile, clean lines and advanced aerodynamics, including an S-Duct system, a mobile rear wing with an ‘omega’ design and more than 30 per cent more efficient side cooling compared to production V12 models. It also debuts the new Lamborghini logo unveiled in 2024.
The model continues the brand’s tradition of limited-run cars such as the Reventón, Sesto Elemento, Veneno, Centenario, Sián and Countach, with deliveries restricted to select clients.
In 2024, the italian brand sold a record 113 units in India, a 10 per cent growth compared to 2023.
