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The Urus is Lamborghini’s second SUV, following the “Rambo Lambo” LM002, but it’s not exactly a purebred Italian. It rides on the same platform as other elegant beasts of burden, such as the Audi Q7, Q8, Porsche Cayenne, and Bentley Bentayga.

Even the 657-hp twin-turbo V-8 is made in Germany before getting shipped to Sant’Agata Bolognese, where the Urus is assembled. An upcoming hybrid powertrain will double down on the Urus’s saddle of electronics.

From its eight-speed automatic transmission to its Torsen centre differential and torque-vectoring rear diff, the Urus is the most advanced mechanical bull around.

What’s New for 2024?

Lamborghini doesn’t change much for the 2024 Urus, but CEO Stefan Winkelmann did confirm that the high-performance SUV will get a hybrid powertrain, either replacing or complementing the current 657-hp twin-turbo V-8 engine. We expect the hybrid Urus to arrive for the 2025 model year.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The price of the 2024 Lamborghini Urus starts at $241,843 and goes up to $273,880 depending on the trim and options. S$241, 843 Performante $273,8800 $100k $200k $300k $400k $500k

• Sure, we could save about $32K by opting for the standard-issue Urus S, but that means we’d also miss out on maximum performance. That’s why we want the Performance, which features a lower suspension with firmer steel springs, myriad weight-reduction measures, and more.

We’d opt for the larger 23-inch wheels, too, wrapped in racetrack-ready Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R rubber. Again, the mission is max performance.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Urus is powered by a 657-hp twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V-8. The Urus’s engine burbles deeply when idling and howls under full throttle. Permanent all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission conspire with all that power to enable fantastic acceleration.

In our testing, the Urus went from rocketing to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds and tore up the quarter-mile in 11.3 seconds at 121 mph. Likewise, Lamborghini estimates a top speed of 190 mph. The Urus feels athletic from behind the wheel, too, with quick steering and stable high-speed cornering. With air springs at all four corners, the Urus has adjustable ride heights based on its various drive modes.

Standard carbon-ceramic brakes ensure that the Urus stops as well as it goes—braking from 70 mph to a stop in 149 feet. For drivers who want an even racier Urus, the new Performance model is the answer. It sits 0.8 inches lower and is claimed to be 104 pounds lighter than the standard version.

It’s available with 23-inch wheels and super-sticky Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyres. Plus, the Performante alone has a steel-spring suspension and a different centre differential that sends more torque rearward than normal. The ultra-Urus also introduces a new Rally drive mode that’s intended for unpaved surfaces.

We tried it out during a prototype drive of the ’23 Urus Performante, which was a lot of fun, but we doubt many owners will thrash their six-figure SUV on gravel-covered, off-road courses. If taken to the racetrack, we’re happy to report that the Performante’s myriad upgrades pay off by providing a snappier powertrain, more steering feedback, and a firmer ride. Plus, it proved to be 0.1 seconds quicker to 60 mph in our testing.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Every Urus is packed with the latest connectivity and infotainment features. Along with a fully digital gauge cluster, there are two touchscreens built into the centre stack that include controls for the climate system, audio, and more. The screens have crisp graphics and large icons, but they’re not as intuitive as traditional knobs and buttons.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The Lambo SUV also offers an array of standard and optional driver-assistance technology, including a night-vision camera. For more information about the Urus’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go technology
• Standard blind-spot monitor and rear cross-traffic alert
• Available self-parking assist

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Lamborghini doesn’t provide a lengthy warranty, with three years and no mileage cap. Likewise, it doesn’t come with complimentary scheduled maintenance. However, the Italian automaker does offer extended warranty and maintenance plans for extra coin.

• Limited warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
• Powertrain warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
• No complimentary scheduled maintenance

Specifications

2023 Lamborghini Urus Performante
Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

PRICE
Base/As Tested: $268,666/$342,765

Options: Viper Green paint, $18,941; carbon fibre roof, shiny, $7361; 3D Bang & Olufsen premium sound, $7321; carbon-fibre hood, shiny, $5969; big carbon-fibre interior, matte, $5702; full carbon fibre exterior, shiny, $5573; full driver safety-assist package, $3616; ventilated and massaging power front seats, $3314; ambient light package, $3194; dark interior package, $2832; carbon-fibre kick plates, matte, $2469; 22-in shiny black rims, $1352; black brake callipers, $1288; contrast stitching, $901; wiper blades with washer nozzles, $868; floor mats with double stitching and piping, $703; premium air quality system, $594; steering-wheel contrast stitching, $422; gloss-black Lamborghini badge, $379

ENGINE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminium block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 244 in³, 3996 cm³
Power: 657 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 627 lb-ft @ 2300 rpm

TRANSMISSION
8-speed automatic

CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: multilink/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 17.3-in vented, cross-drilled carbon-ceramic disc/14.6-in vented, cross-drilled carbon-ceramic disc
Tires: Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R
F: 285/40ZR-22 (110Y)  L
R: 325/35ZR-22 (114Y)  L

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 118.3 in
Length: 202.2 in
Width: 79.8 in
Height: 63.7 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 56/49 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind F/R: 56/22 ft³
Curb Weight: 4986 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 3.0 sec
100 mph: 7.2 sec
1/4-Mile: 11.2 sec @ 122 mph
130 mph: 13.1 sec
150 mph: 20.0 sec

The results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 4.4 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.6 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 3.0 sec
Top Speed (mfr’s claim): 190 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 152 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 296 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.04 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 16 mpg

EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 16/14/19 mpg