Gallardo V8 on the way?

Just_me · 06-19-2007, 03:46 PM

Audi goes up, Lamborghini goes down. Just as the R8, which wasn't really supposed to compete with the Gallardo, is getting revved up for a V10 transplant, the less expensive Gallardo could be going downmarket, swapping adding a V8 model to accompany the current V10. Admittedly its speculative, but sources and pics from the 'Ring indicate to World Car Fans the possibility of a V8 Gallardo with a revised fascia, altered exhaust treatment, and a less raucous exhaust roar than the V10. If true, that would mean we'll have two different versions of an Audi supercar (perhaps a third if a diesel engine is offered) and an "affordable" Lamborghini. Who saw that coming?

This involves a little speculation here, but our sources at the Nürburgring have photographed what may be a V8-powered Lamborghini Gallardo prototype. A slightly revised front fascia, and a visibly reworked exhaust out back suggest that some engine changes are being explored. This Gallardo is reportedly being benchmarked with an Audi RS4, which is powered by a high-revving 420 hp V8 4.2FSI power plant. The RS4's V8 would be a logical engine choice if Lamborghini decides to move ahead with a slightly more sedate (and affordable) Gallardo variant. Our Ring spies tell us that this revised Gallardo is noticeably quieter than the typical V10-powered version, when running all-out on the track.

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Deutsch · 06-19-2007, 04:07 PM

I know for a fact that Lambo's CEO said no car below the existing Gallardo, which in my mind would include a V8 version. The R8 fills the gap left by the absence of a Gallardo V8. They're probably just testing an all new engine or a modeifited unit.

The Artist · 06-19-2007, 04:49 PM

i call it BS

atuv · 06-19-2007, 05:01 PM

I hope it's a BS,never for a v8 Lambo!

Kowalski · 06-19-2007, 06:04 PM

Actually, if you live in North America you can buy a "cheaper affordable Lamborghini".

Well, sort of.

The Artist · 06-19-2007, 06:12 PM

^thats just cold man.. ice cold..

Karma
haha

Centurion · 06-19-2007, 06:18 PM

I'm alergic to BS and don't believe this at all.

Just_me · 06-20-2007, 12:53 AM

Look at the pipes, that s cheap

Yannis · 06-20-2007, 01:26 AM

There are no plans for a V8 Gallardo. R8 already covers that part of the market.

Just_me · 06-20-2007, 01:38 AM

I think its a Gallardo engine good for the environment.

06-19-2007, 03:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
Just_me Expert Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 12,612 Thanks: 741 Thanked 2,035 Times in 1,028 Posts	Gallardo V8 on the way? Audi goes up, Lamborghini goes down. Just as the R8, which wasn't really supposed to compete with the Gallardo, is getting revved up for a V10 transplant, the less expensive Gallardo could be going downmarket, swapping adding a V8 model to accompany the current V10. Admittedly its speculative, but sources and pics from the 'Ring indicate to World Car Fans the possibility of a V8 Gallardo with a revised fascia, altered exhaust treatment, and a less raucous exhaust roar than the V10. If true, that would mean we'll have two different versions of an Audi supercar (perhaps a third if a diesel engine is offered) and an "affordable" Lamborghini. Who saw that coming? This involves a little speculation here, but our sources at the Nürburgring have photographed what may be a V8-powered Lamborghini Gallardo prototype. A slightly revised front fascia, and a visibly reworked exhaust out back suggest that some engine changes are being explored. This Gallardo is reportedly being benchmarked with an Audi RS4, which is powered by a high-revving 420 hp V8 4.2FSI power plant. The RS4's V8 would be a logical engine choice if Lamborghini decides to move ahead with a slightly more sedate (and affordable) Gallardo variant. Our Ring spies tell us that this revised Gallardo is noticeably quieter than the typical V10-powered version, when running all-out on the track. - ONLY REGISTERED AND ACTIVATED USERS CAN SEE ALL LINKS - CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Deutsch Aficionado Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: L.A. Posts: 5,362 Thanks: 301 Thanked 468 Times in 240 Posts	Re: Gallardo V8 on the way? I know for a fact that Lambo's CEO said no car below the existing Gallardo, which in my mind would include a V8 version. The R8 fills the gap left by the absence of a Gallardo V8. They're probably just testing an all new engine or a modeifited unit.

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