Lamborghini sheds light on new plug-in hybrid Aventador successor

Lamborghini has finally dropped a few details about its upcoming Aventador replacement.

Code-named the LB744, this next-generation supercar is to be powered by an all-new 6.5l V12 mid-mounted petrol engine boosted by a trio of three electric motors. While one of these is integrated into the Italian firm's new double-clutch eight-speed transmission, the other two are mounted directly to the front axle, meaning that the LB744 benefits from all-wheel drive. A good thing considering that this power-train makes a combined 745kW. 

Now let’s just dwell on that V12 a little while longer because, well, it deserves your attention. Not only because it is naturally aspirated and weighs a mere 218kg (17kg less than the V12 used in the outgoing Aventador) but because it can be revved all the way up to 9,500rpm. In an era of turbochargers and downsizing, this is something worth celebrating.