2010 Lamborghini Murcielago Review
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2010 Lamborghini Murcielago at a glance
Sitting at the top end of the supercar spectrum, the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago looks, feels and drives like a proper old-school supercar. In spite of its many flaws, the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is as charming and exciting as supercars can be.
2010 Lamborghini Murcielago quick specs
| Body Style | Coupe |
| Class | Sports/GT |
| Assembled | - |
| Engine Range | - |
| Fuel Options | - |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
2010 Lamborghini Murcielago ratings (overall rating : 3/5.0)
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Styling
A supercar can take on many forms, but it seems more and more so-called supercars are taking the politically correct route of downsizing, and appearing more civilised along the way. Not the Lamborghini Murcielago. Big, mean, dramatic, this Italian stallion shouts supercar from every angle. The 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is probably the last of old-school supercars, so savour it however you can.
Handling
Lamborghini's engineers sharpened the steering and handling, and made the car more civilised to drive. Despite a steering lock-to-lock of three turns, the steering is light and responsive. With superb body control, massive grip and agility that belies its size, the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago feels even more incisive to drive than before. This is a supercar that can now be piloted with more confidence, although the sheer size of the car could intimidate. The four-wheel drive provides good traction but the enormous power can easily overwhelm the available grip levels, if you are not careful.
Comfort
The ride quality is more compliant than before, and is better than one might expect of a supercar. The 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago makes a fine grand tourer, too, with wind and road noise kept in the background. The V12 orchestra still plays with amazing might, however. Getting comfortable behind the wheel is a fairly easy affair, if you are of the right height (most Malaysians are). Controls are logically placed and work with minimum fuss. Seat height adjustments are not available, but the steering adjusts for both reach and rake. Rear visibility is poor, making parking the ultimate chore.
Quality + Reliability
Being under Audi's ownership certainly helps in the quality department; the well-designed, solidly-built cabin is a far cry from previous Lamborghinis'. Audi's influence brought about an apparent improvement in fit-and-finish standards, along with fine, soft-touch materials. The cabin however lacks the charm and elegance found in the Ferrari 599. Given the proper maintenance, the underlying mechanicals, including the V12 engine, should prove reliable in the longer run.
Performance
With roots tracing back to the V12 first used in the Lamborghini Miura, the 6.5-litre V12 engine remains one of the greatest powerplants, producing a monstrous performance with a magnificent soundtrack to match. How powerful? 631 bhp at 8000 rpm, 660 Nm at 6000 rpm, and 357 bhp per tonne, to be exact—sufficient to complete 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and on to a top speed of 338 km/h. Mechanical refinement has been improved, too, with lesser engine vibrations and smoother e-gear gear shifts.
Roominess
Despite improvements over its predecessor in this area, the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is still poor in terms of the room and practicality it provides. Much taller occupants will struggle to get comfortable behind the wheel, though most Malaysians should fit in the cabin just fine. Still, head- and leg-room are at a premium. Other than a reasonably deep boot, there is not much else stowage space. Such restricted practicality limits the Lamborghini Murcielago's use as a grand tourer.
Running Costs
Out of this world. The official fuel consumption of 7.5 km/litre can only get worse when you discover how fun it will be to go full throttle. Servicing will be regular and expensive. Traditionally, Lamborghinis tend to depreciate more than their Ferrari counterparts, so the Murcielago is likely to retain less value than a Ferrari 599. But because supply is limited, depreciation should be reasonable in percentage terms, even though the drop in absolute amount would be massive.
Value for Money
The 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago looks, feels and drives like a proper old-school supercar. The monstrous performance, V12 orchestra and great handling are hallmarks of true supercars. Audi's influence further improved the cabin quality and perceived reliability. However, it is neither easy to maneuver around traffic, nor practical enough to be considered as a grand tourer. And let's not mention the costs involved. But in spite of its flaw, the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is as charming and exciting as supercars can be. How do you put a price on that?
Equipment
You will be disappointed if you are expecting the equipment level to match the price tag. Alloy wheels, leather seats, climate control, electric windows, electric mirrors, an audio system, twin front and side airbags, plus braking, traction and stability controls are all you get with the 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Environment
Forget the 7.5 km/litre official fuel economy, because real-world (enthusiastic) driving will return a much worse figure. The 495 grams/km carbon dioxide emission level is equally disastrous. Lucky for the environment that the Lamborghini Murcielago, like most supercars, is likely to be driven far less than a normal car.
Live Life Drive Verdict
Big, mean, dramatic looks
Monstrous performance
Great handling
Ferrari 599 as rival
Not easy to maneuver around traffic
Out-of-this-world costs involved
