Lamborghini officially took the wraps off its Estoque four-door sedan on Thursday at the Paris Motor Show, and we now have live images to accompany our high-resolution images and video. Introduced as a concept, the vehicle is likely to see production some time next year. The new Lambo is a four-door sedan, much in the same vein as the upcoming Porsche Panamera and Aston Martin Rapide. Like those aforementioned cars has a heavy emphasis on performance while still being able to carry four in luxurious style.
As previously reported, the new sedan — which debuted as a pre-production prototype — will be called the Estoque, keeping in line with Lamborghini’s bull-fighting naming style. Estoque is a special sword used by bullfighters.
Unlike Lamborghini’s current offerings, the Estoque is slated to use a front-engine layout. However, Lamborghini’s signature all-wheel drive will be a part of the sedan’s package.
Lamborghini’s press conference for the Estoque was void of any details — although a background video clearly showed the Estoque was targeting those who desired the performance of a sports car but needed the added room of a family car — but the sedan’s press kit did shed a little light on possible powertrain offerings. Although Lamborghini’s current range of engines were believed to be off the table, the Italian automaker is still considering equipping the Estoque with the same V10 found in the Gallardo LP 560-4. However, the V10-powered car would likely be the model ranges top-offerings, going head-to-head with the Panamera Turbo. For the ‘volume’ model, Lamborghini will likely go with a twin-turbo V8 derived from the Gallardo’s V10.
Lamborghini is even considering greener versions of the Estoque, with hybrid and high-performance diesel models planned.
Lamborghini will lean heavily on parent Audi for the underpinnings of its new model. While the Panamera will do with a steel platform, the Lamborghini sedan will ride on the upcoming Audi A8’s all-aluminum space frame, allowing for a lower curb weight and improved performance and fuel economy numbers.
Lamborghini expects the Estoque to more than double the company’s current sales, with the sedan earmarked for 3,000 annual sales. Through the first six months of the year, Lamborghini sold just over 1,300 units.
No word on pricing but the new model is said to be debuting in near-production form, which means sales could begin as early as 2009.
10/02, 9:04 AM
posted by:
e46-330ci
a kind of strange but interesting. still got the idea of a gallardo murcielago or diablo when thinkin’ of a lambo.
am i the only one who thinks it looks like an alfa?.
10/02, 9:08 AM
posted by:
projectzr1
Ya i’m still Maserati in the front… thaz just me i guess tho.
Very nice looking car tho. Great idea Lambo
10/02, 9:14 AM
posted by:
pzimet
God it’s gorgeous. Lamborghini is my favorite car company, I’m enthralled with what they do and the passion they put into their vehicles, this is so cool.
What I find interesting is how there haven’t been spy camouflage photos of this car circulating the internet for months on end, it just showed up out of nowhere with those teasers…how does Lamborghini conceal the R & D on this car, while Porsche and Aston Martin have test mules for the Panamera and Rapide caught on film endlessly?
10/02, 9:34 AM
posted by:
pav8581
Not sure anyone was specifically looking for something like this, up until recently people thought it was just a re badged gallardo or whatnot. As for my $0.02, it large, and very possibly in charge for the segment. I personally disapprove of all three maker’s spins on this car fignting arena, but this one may prove to reign supreme at any rate.
10/02, 9:35 AM
posted by:
tyler_is_aero_tt
Like everybody else said, this thing will kick the Panama’s ass!
10/02, 9:49 AM
posted by:
Civic Spelled Backwards
I definately like the back end. it looks cool and the front. Hell this is gonna rock! Still curious about the engine options.
10/02, 9:52 AM
posted by:
Z06ified
WTF, only ONE picture of the hot show girls?
10/02, 10:33 AM
posted by:
oakley198877
z06ified, amen to that brotha!!!
when i first saw this car it was like yea… i don’t like the idea of a four door lambo, but the estoque is really starting to grow on me. anyway, i agree with everyone, it WILL kick the Panama’s ass!! and i’m also curious how come there are no leaks at all. does lambo do their testing in some kind of secret underground resort?!! LOL
10/02, 11:35 AM
posted by:
snork
I’m with Z06ified…11 pics and all you got was the BACK of the show girls? I know the Ferrari booth will probably has some nice ladies too:) Get on it LLN
10/02, 12:55 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
Guys, this is a concept that may or may not be produced. The reason we haven’t seen any spy shots is because Lamborghini hasn’t begun testing this yet. They brought it to the show to judge audience response of looks and concept, and if it gets a good reception, they may just build it. But we won’t see spy shots until they actually start testing the engine, suspension and chassis.
I like the looks of this car, with the exception of what’s supposed to be the grill. Better not swallow a duck… FOD!
But I certainly wouldn’t buy a car like this. I’d be signing divorce papers if I did.
10/02, 1:53 PM
posted by:
whips001
IS THIS RIDING ON THE AUDI A6 OR A8 PLATFORM??? IM JUST TRYING TO GET AN IDEA OF HOW LONG IT IS
10/02, 1:54 PM
posted by:
whips001
FOR THE DUDE ABOVE ME BEATUSMONGOUS………LAMBO DONT PLAY AROUND WITH THEY’RE CONCEPTS THIS CAR WILL BE PRODUCED EXACTLY HOW YOU SEE IT..MAYBE SLIGHT PERFORMANCE MODS BUT THATS IT…LOOK WHAT HAPPENED TO THE REVENTON AND THE MURA CONCEPTS
10/02, 2:22 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
They’ve had some concepts in the (distant) past that haven’t happened. One was even a helicopter. What I’m just saying, though, is that, as a concept, they haven’t begun testing yet, so that’s why we haven’t seen spy shots.
And stop yelling. Gosh.
10/02, 2:24 PM
posted by:
441Zuke
theyu never made the muira concept they said it was a modern interpretation of the original muira
10/02, 2:33 PM
posted by:
gitcypher
Correct me if I;m wrong, but Lambo doesn’t have an F430 competitor, which I am a huge fan of. This car is good for Lambo in that all of their cars are WAY out there in terms of design and performance. With respect to the design of the FXX and such, Ferrari has more ‘practicals’ offerings in their lineup (albiet ballsy as hell). Lambo is doing the same.
In all, I like it. It’ll be a good addition to the Aston, ‘Panama’, F430, Maserrati segment.
10/02, 3:29 PM
posted by:
yarddog82abn
O.K. ALL READY…… STOP TWISTING MY ARM I’LL BUY ONE….
BUT FIRST I NEED TO WIN THE LOTTO……
10/02, 4:03 PM
posted by:
beatusmongous
Yard Dog, it sounds like a trip to Vegas may be in order…
10/02, 5:25 PM
posted by:
loudpedal
Overall I love this car. One criticism for me is the front brake ducts. They look overdone in most of Lambo’s models. If I came into a huge bunch of cash, I’d still go for the Gallardo.
10/02, 8:51 PM
posted by:
josh
How did it not get spotted!?! Lets see… It’s chassis is from the A8 and thats a 4 door, so it quite simply could have been concealed beneath that shell. 2ndly, it could have been wearing a murcie shell, nice and painted and looking like a standard car, that spotters would have thought it was just some guy taking his car for a spin round the track. Same with the A8.
The only final option… Lamborghini hasn’t done any testing on it and is just trying to sell it on its looks… Worked for the Audi R8!
10/02, 9:43 PM
posted by:
maxcar
is it just me, or do you also see a dash of 2010 camaro rear in it. must be the pinched horizontal lines.
10/03, 2:01 AM
posted by:
Civic Spelled Backwards
Oh Wheres more oil for GM when you need him? There aint a damn thing America can do about this!
10/03, 11:41 AM
posted by:
by.the.power.of.grayskull
…one of the most impressive muscle-cars is back: this is the reincarnation of a ‘69 charger, espescially the back of the car!
10/03, 4:58 PM
posted by:
jmstang66
meh…doesnt really do anything for me
10/06, 3:18 AM
posted by:
eff1Fifty
Lambo continues to leave Ferarri in the dust…
10/06, 8:02 AM
posted by:
nkay
Hmmm, I really dont know about this.
10/06, 6:06 PM
posted by:
zero
the car looks pretty pissed lol…..but other than tat its a really cool concept..
idk about Lambo leaving Ferarri in the dust since they both cost around 300K+
i think they leave your money in the dust lol
10/07, 8:28 AM
posted by:
bensikat
Lamborghini = shock and awe.
But this Estoque does not even come close. Does not look like a Lamborghini at all.
10/08, 1:54 AM
posted by:
eff1Fifty
LOL Zero… i didnt mean price wise, cuz ur right, they are neck and neck, i meant in terms of design (can you tell im a die hard Lambo fan?)
10/08, 9:49 AM
posted by:
siorange
For those that are too lazy to see the three super sedans side by side, i found a site with pictures of all three back to back to back. I must say the lambo looks a lot better “live” than in the official pics. However, I’m not a big fan of the huge LP style airdam though.
http://www.webinreview.com/blog/2008/10/01/not-your-average-grocery-getters/
10/08, 4:14 PM
posted by:
Ferrari09
another downer. this is almost as depressing as the rumor that ferrari mught be putting a v10 in the enzo replacement. these supercar companys are straying away from what makes them unique.
10/22, 9:48 AM
posted by:
CJ-XKR
im on the Rapide waiting list here in Detroit…but shoot im thinkin i might have to see this one first
10/31, 1:54 AM
posted by:
Orange LP640
this car is so retarted i am a huge lambo enthusiast and i don’t know bout you guys but his car is an embarrassment to lamborghini…. what are they thinking……Murcielago 4 life!!!
11/13, 11:21 AM
posted by:
big o
Ornage LP640: this is the most beautiful sedan and the most beatuiful Lambo ever! what do you mean by emabarrassment to Lamborghini? you’re an embarrassment to lamborghini!