Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe 5.0 V10 (520 Hp) AWD


Overall Rating

7.7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.5 / 5
Value 3.8 / 5
Performance 4.8 / 5
Comfort 3.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion 3.4 / 5

Lamborghini Gallardo:

The Lamborghini Gallardo is a sports car built by the Italian automotive manufacturer Lamborghini from 2003 to 2013. It is Lamborghini's second car released under parent company Audi, and the best-selling model at the time with 14,022 built throughout its production run. Named after a famous breed of fighting bull, the V10 powered Gallardo has been Lamborghini's sales leader and stable-mate to a succession of V12 flagship models—first to the Murciélago , then to the Aventador, being the first entry-level Lamborghini in one-and-half decades. On 25 November 2013, the last Gallardo was rolled off the production line. The Gallardo was replaced by the Huracán in 2014....(Read more on Wikipedia)

Coupe Overview:

Lamborghini Gallardo (Coupe). With 510 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1430 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 3.9 s). The top speed reaches 315 km/h. A two-door car with a fixed roof, known for its sporty design and dynamic performance. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.

Safety Rating
Not rated
Euro NCAP Year N/A
Adult Occupant N/A
Stars N/A
Expert Note:
Supercars like the Lamborghini Gallardo are typically not subjected to Euro NCAP crash testing due to their low production volumes and specialized nature. Safety features include robust chassis design and standard ABS.

5.0 V10 (520 Hp) AWD Verdict:

Rating 5 stars

Performance Verdict

A thrilling naturally aspirated V10 delivering immense power and a captivating soundtrack, offering supercar-level acceleration and top speed.

Fuel Economy

Typical for a high-performance V10, fuel consumption is high, especially in urban driving, but acceptable for its class.

Best Use Case: Weekend spirited drives / Track days

reddit Community Verdict

This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.

Allowed: 40% Neutral: 40% Issues: 20%
rating
3.4 / 5

Based on AI analysis of 25 discussions

Read What Owners Say
👍 POSITIVE
The best design for the Gallardo, as well. You're living my teenage dream, enjoy every second of it
😐 NEUTRAL
I have only one question; why the hell didn’t you just put your bag in the passenger seat?
😐 NEUTRAL
Roadtripping cars home is the best way. How was it to drive for 12 hours?
👍 POSITIVE
Congrats! These are among my semi-attainable dream cars. What price ranges are the manual cars fluctuating in these days?
👎 NEGATIVE
>maintenance. It's a reality and I expected it but it's still depressing looking forward to the costs. While I can afford it, it's not chump change to me. I did buy the car knowing it will need a clutch soon based on the PPI, hopefully after that's done with I can just enjoy the scheduled annuals. Here's a tip. When buying most anything mechanical for the car, check the part against the equiv
😐 NEUTRAL
I gotta say, I'd never seen the interior of one of these cars before but the layout is pretty surprisingly bland looking.
😐 NEUTRAL
"It's an NA Italian V10" Didn't these have the Audi V10?
😐 NEUTRAL
What LS are you going to swap in?
👍 POSITIVE
Always loved Lamborghini's in white.
😐 NEUTRAL
I’m always curious when it comes to supercars, because nobody ever talks about it, how does it handle speed bumps?


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Exhilarating V10 engine sound and performance
  • • Striking, timeless design
  • • All-wheel-drive provides excellent traction
  • • Engaging driving experience, especially with manual
  • • Becoming a desirable modern classic

Cons:

  • • High fuel consumption and running costs
  • • Stiff ride quality, limited comfort
  • • Limited luggage space (110L trunk)
  • • E-Gear can be clunky at low speeds
  • • Visibility can be challenging

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Coupe: 2003 - 2005).

General:
Brand:Lamborghini
Model:Gallardo
Generation:Coupe
Modification (Engine):5.0 V10 (520 Hp) AWD
Start of production:2005
End of production:2008
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Coupe
Seats:2
Doors:2
Engine:
Power:520 Hp @ 8000 rpm.
Power per litre:104.8 Hp/l
Torque:510 Nm @ 4250 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:07L [Same engine] More details about the engine 07L
Engine displacement:4961
Number of cylinders:10
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC, VVT
Engine oil capacity:9.5 l
Coolant:21 l
Engine layout:Middle, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:82.5 mm mm
Piston Stroke:92.8 mm mm
Compression ratio:11:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:24.8 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:12.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:17 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 4
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:3.9 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:3.9 sec
Maximum speed:315 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:2.8 kg/Hp, 363.6 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:2.8 kg/Nm, 356.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:3.7 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1430
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:110 l
Fuel tank capacity:90 l
Size:
Length:4300 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1900 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1165 mm mm [Same height.]
Wheelbase:2560 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1622 mm
Rear (Back) track:1592 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):11.5 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears6
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size235/35 R19; 295/30 R19
Wheel rims size8.5J x 19; 11J x 19
Front suspensionDouble wishbone
Rear suspensionDouble wishbone

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