Lamborghini
Estoque
The
Lamborghini Estoque concept was revealed on October 1st 2008, just before the
start of the 2008 Paris Motor Show. Prior to its unveiling Lamborghini had
released a series of images which were designed to build up excitement and
speculation.
The
Estoque is the first official Lamborghini concept car since the Miura concept
was unveiled in 2006. And in complete contrast to the Miura concept which was
heavily influenced by past Lamborghini models, the Estoque concept breaks new
ground for Lamborghini in almost every single way.
The
2008 Lamborghini Estoque concept is a 5.15 m (16.9 feet) long, four-door luxury
sedan designed to compete against the likes of the Porsche Panamera and Aston
Martin Rapide.
Unlike
the current mid-engined Reventon, Murcielago and Gallardo supercars, the
Estoque is powered by a front mounted engine driving all four wheels.
The
styling of the Estoque is instantly recognizable as belonging to Lamborghini.
And while the car is not exactly beautiful in the purest sense of the word, it
is still a striking vehicle. The extremely aggressive front end is dominated by
the massive air intakes either side of the bumper underneath the slit-like
headlights.
The
rest of the Estoque is fairly conservative for Lamborghini. The sides are
uncluttered but still purposeful and powerful, especially the rear arches which
display a distinct bulge over the rear wheels. The tail section features narrow
taillights neatly recessed into the bodywork, and a pair of centrally
positioned exhaust tips in the lower bumper.
The
interior of the Lamborghini Estoque features four individual sport seats with
electric adjustment. The dominant interior covering is Nappa leather.
The
driver is presented with a large LCD display screen which offers up vehicle and
route information. A range of formats are available for selection depending on
personal preference - a distinctive classical layout with circular instrument
dials, or an innovative digital display. The Lamborghini Estoque is also fitted
with a top-spec audio unit and a sophisticated rear seat entertainment system.
A
range of drivetrains are conceivable for the Lamborghini Estoque, ranging from
the V10 found in the Gallardo LP 560-4, to a turbocharged V8 derived from this
V10. The economical options could include a V8 with a hybrid module or an
extremely high-performance diesel unit.