Lamborghini Fenomeno Roadster: the €6 million, 1080 hp hybrid supercar

Unveiled during the second edition of the Lamborghini Arena, the Fenomeno Roadster is part of a lineage of open supercars, a tradition that saw the light of day in 2009 with the Reventón Roadster and has continued over the years with the likes of the Veneno, Centenario and Sián.

The natural evolution of the coupé version is officially the most powerful open-top ever to leave the Sant'Agata Bolognese factory thanks to a complex hybrid propulsion system.

Propelling the Phenomenon Roadster is the legendary 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine.

Capable of delivering 835 hp on its own at a speed of 9,250 rpm, this power unit works in harmony with three electric motors: two are positioned on the front axle to provide all-wheel drive and active torque distribution, while the third is located above the eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

The combination of these units generates a total output of 1,080 hp, a figure that enables performance previously unthinkable for an open-top road car.

The Phenomenon Roadster is able to sprint zero to one hundred kilometres per hour in just 2.4 seconds, reaching 200 km/h in just 6.8 seconds, with a constant thrust that only stops beyond the 340 kilometre per hour mark.

And to stop this bolide in the shortest possible space, Lamborghini has equipped the Fenomeno Roadster with a braking system called the Ccm-R Plus. These special carboceramic discs are made from a complex three-dimensional structure of carbon fibres that makes them ultra-resistant and capable of delivering powerful and always constant braking. And this even after prolonged use. The discs have a specific protective coating and can also rely on an internal ventilation system that keeps temperatures under control during the most extreme riding.

Supporting the high performance of the new 'unleashed bull' made in Italy are the Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres, specially developed in sizes 265/30 ZRF21 (front) and 355/25 ZRF22 (rear).

From a technical point of view, the car draws heavily from the world of racing and the aerospace industry. It is no coincidence that the chassis is based on the concept of 'Monofuselage', a monocoque structure made entirely of multi-technology carbon fibre.

The front end uses Forged Composite, an ultra-light and ultra-strong material that integrates the protection systems and windscreen support. Thanks to a patented liquid blend that combines carbon fibres of different lengths, the engineers managed to achieve a torsional rigidity comparable to that of the closed version, despite the absence of a roof. And all this with an almost imperceptible increase in weight.

The ride is also supported bymanually adjustable racing dampers that allow the rider to choose the ideal set-up for the track or the road.

The aerodynamics have been developed to enhance driving pleasure in an open supercar. In particular, there is an additional spoiler on the windscreen that deflects the airflow over the passenger compartment, reducing turbulence and annoying noise for passengers.

The same 'air' is pushed directly into the engine compartment to cool the V12. Even the safety-critical carbon roll bars have been turned into design elements.

The aesthetics of the Fenomeno Roadster are an homage to the brand's history but with a strong futuristic thrust.

The presentation livery in Cepheus Blue with Mars Red details is no coincidence: it recalls the colour scheme of the historic first Miura Roadster of 1968 and at the same time celebrates the colours of the city of Bologna (factory in Sant'Agata Bolognese). Inside, three digital displays with dedicated graphics.