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Lamborghini Aventador: Lamborghini's V12 flagship from 2011 to 2022. 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12, scissor doors. Replaced by th
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Lamborghini's V12 flagship from 2011 to 2022. 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12, scissor doors. Replaced by the hybrid Revuelto.

The Lamborghini Aventador is a V12 supercar produced from 2011 to 2022. The Aventador was Lamborghini flagship V12 supercar, replacing the Murcielago and continuing the V12 mid-engine lineage that traces to the original Miura. The Aventador used the L539 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 making 691-769 horsepower depending on trim. Single-clutch ISR (Independent Shifting Rod) automated manual transmission. AWD with electronically controlled torque distribution. The Aventador came in numerous variants: LP 700-4 (original 700 horsepower), LP 720-4 50th Anniversary, LP 750-4 SV (Superveloce, 740 horsepower), LP 770-4 SVJ (the Nürburgring lap record variant, 759 horsepower), and various Roadster (convertible) variants. The Aventador SVJ (2018-2019) was the most extreme variant. Set Nürburgring lap records for production cars at 6:44 in 2018. Aerodynamic ALA system, focused chassis tuning, and tuned V12 making 759 horsepower. Production was limited; the SVJ has aged into recognized future classic. Production ended in 2022 with the limited Aventador Ultimae as the swan song. The Aventador has been replaced by the Revuelto (2023+), a hybrid V12 with combined output around 1,000 horsepower. The Aventador represents the end of the pure naturally aspirated V12 supercar era at Lamborghini. On WhipJury, Aventador submissions are uncommon but always memorable. SVJ and SV variants reliably top voting. Stock Aventador examples in clean condition appear regularly.

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Aventador variants

LP 700-4 (2011-2017). Original. 6.5 V12 making 691 horsepower.

LP 720-4 50th Anniversary (2014). Limited 50th anniversary variant.

LP 750-4 SV (2015-2017). Superveloce. 740 horsepower.

LP 770-4 SVJ (2018-2019). Set Nürburgring records. 759 horsepower with ALA aerodynamics.

Aventador Ultimae (2022). Limited final variant. End of Aventador production.

Aventador on WhipJury

Aventador submissions are uncommon but always memorable. SVJ and SV variants reliably top voting. The community recognizes the Aventador as one of the iconic modern V12 supercars.

Frequently asked questions about Lamborghini Aventador

How much does an Aventador cost?
Used pricing: Aventador LP 700-4 $250,000-$380,000+. LP 750-4 SV $450,000-$650,000+. LP 770-4 SVJ $700,000-$1,100,000+. Aventador Ultimae $850,000-$1,300,000+. The SVJ has appreciated significantly; clean low-mile examples regularly cross $900,000.
Is the Aventador reliable?
Mixed. The naturally aspirated V12 is durable when maintained. The single-clutch ISR transmission is the major concern; the gearbox is slow by modern standards and has been known to wear at high mileage. Maintenance is expensive due to specialty parts and limited dealer support. Many Aventador owners drive them lightly to preserve the gearbox.
What is the Revuelto?
The Lamborghini Revuelto (2023+) is the Aventador successor. Hybrid V12 with three electric motors making combined output around 1,000 horsepower. Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (replacing the single-clutch ISR). The Revuelto represents the modernization of Lamborghini V12 architecture for emissions compliance.
Why was the Aventador discontinued?
Emissions regulations. The naturally aspirated V12 was difficult to certify under future emissions standards. The single-clutch ISR transmission was outdated by modern standards. Lamborghini chose to discontinue the Aventador after 11 years of production and replace it with the hybrid V12 Revuelto. The Revuelto continues the V12 lineage with modern electrified character.
Is the Aventador SVJ really faster than the SV?
Yes, significantly. The SVJ has more power (759 vs 740 horsepower), more aggressive aerodynamics, better chassis tuning, and lighter weight. The SVJ set Nürburgring lap records in 2018; the SV did not. The SVJ is the focused track-oriented Aventador; the SV is the focused performance Aventador. Both are great; the SVJ is the more focused.

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