Aventador S

The Lamborghini Aventador S features naturally-aspirated 6.5-liter V12 producing 740 horsepower at 8,400 rpm and 690 Nm (509 lb-ft) torque at 5,500 rpm through seven-speed ISR single-clutch automated manual transmission and permanent all-wheel-drive system, achieving 0-60 mph in 2.9 seconds with 350 km/h (217 mph) top speed at 1,575kg dry weight establishing 2.13 kg/hp power-to-weight ratio. S specification introduces four-wheel steering system improving agility at low speeds while enhancing stability during high-speed cornering, upgraded suspension calibration with magnetorheological dampers, and revised aerodynamics generating increased downforce through active rear wing and front splitter adjustability.

Aventador S represents mid-cycle enhancement to flagship V12 supercar platform introduced 2017, extracting 40 additional horsepower from atmospheric twelve-cylinder engine while addressing original Aventador handling criticisms through rear-axle steering implementation creating more neutral balance and reduced understeer tendency in tight corners. The continuation of ISR single-clutch transmission technology despite dual-clutch prevalence among competitors reflects Lamborghini emphasis on dramatic shift characteristics and reduced weight, maintaining distinctive character though refinement compromises compared to modern alternatives, with naturally-aspirated V12 configuration becoming increasingly rare as emission regulations drive forced-induction adoption across exotic car segment, establishing Aventador S as final expression of traditional Lamborghini philosophy before hybridization transition.