Lamborghini pushed its limits by introducing the Aventador LP740-4 S to show the fans their capabilities and that the Aventador line was just getting started. Fully clad in bold, razor-sharp contours and aggressive, mean-looking panels, the Aventador S was – and still is – a sight to behold. In this case, you may judge a book by its cover, and so it is as fast as it looks. With a new, more sophisticated V12 power plant, the Aventador S indeed delivers what It promises: a smile planted right across the face. More importantly, the Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S lets its performance and numbers do the talking. It boasts an unrealistic acceleration of 2.9 seconds with a quarter mile run of 10.5 seconds, leaving 'so-called' drag cars and EVs to eat its dust. More importantly, Lamborghini Automobili has done an excellent job refining its flagship supercar, granting several performance-related upgrades over the predecessors, including power, ride quality, suspension, and newer, more sophisticated tech - as we'll read later. The initial offering price for the Aventador S was modest for its capabilities, priced at $493,500. Still, for a 7-year-old beast, the Aventador LP740-4 S has held its value pretty well. It averages around $426,415 in used markets, which is anything but worthy of an engineering icon.
By now, no one’s a stranger to how Lamborghini took the industry by storm with its high-performance machine – the Aventador LP700-4 – that redefined how people thought of supercars. The LP700-4 ran a good course of 3 – 4 years, spanning multiple Aventador variants, including the Roadster and the limited LP 720-4 50° Anniversario, until eventually, Lamborghini decided to throw some more tech and performance supremacy its way. Enter the Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S. First unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 2017, the Aventador LP740-4 S became a part of the Aventador's long family tree until 2021, when its production finally ceased. The ‘S’ is a denotation of ‘Super Veloce’ – or ‘Super Fast’ – courtesy of its significant performance upgrades over its 4-year-old predecessor, the Aventador LP700-4. The Aventador S’s sleek looks and styling were an upgrade over its predecessors; however, it was underneath the skin that mattered the most. Vast changes to the driving dynamics – in the name of performance and raw power – were made to the engine and, more importantly, handling. Indeed, Lamborghini has defined an era for supercars by adopting innovative ways with its naturally aspirated V12 engine, a daring move in an era of forced-induction engines and downsizing done by major automakers coughs BMW coughs.
To push the Aventador to its limits, Lamborghini engineers made specific tweaks to its 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine, including the VVT, VIS, and revs, now increased to an ear-deafening 8,500! As a result, the V12 motor mustered 740 horsepower – a gain of 40 over its 700-hp predecessor – along with a chassis-twisting 690 Nm torque. Additionally, a Haldex-IV AWD drivetrain was present to ensure power was sent to all four wheels coupled with a dry weight of 1,575 kilos, allowing the S to climb to the top of drag-strip leaderboards. Eventually, a 0 – 60 mph run could be completed in 2.9 seconds, not to forget a ¼-mile run of 10.5 seconds. On the straight, it would achieve a wind-slicing top speed of 350 km/h. However, its soul-crushing performance was overshadowed by its sheer ability to zip through corners, courtesy of significant upgrades to its suspension, engine, aerodynamics, and – more importantly – technology. So, the Aventador S became the first-ever Lamborghini to boast a 4-wheel Steering system, capable of turning the front and rear wheels at different speeds for optimal power delivery, which are details not as crucial as its record on the track. With a Nürburgring Nordschleife lap record of 6 minutes 59 seconds, the S was 25 seconds quicker than its 700-hp predecessor, but, more importantly, a second faster than Ferrari's 488 Pista. Even dramatic and emotional was the S’s 7-speed ISR single-clutch transmission, catapulting the driver to outer space with each upshift. However, when it was done showing gates to supercars on track, the S could be put in a more cultured setting by offering to choose from four distinct driving modes, namely Strada (street), Sport, EGO (driver-customized), and Corsa (ultimate track-attack weapon).
Inside, the Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S puts up an effortless display of a culmination of sports and luxury. You know the S means business as soon as you lower yourself to the body-clinching seats. Don't expect soft cushioning or seat massagers. The seats, meant to make you feel every little bump on the track, are well complemented with a no-nonsense TFT LCD instrument cluster displaying information essential for track-like conditions, including revs, speeds, and gear. A second TFT LCD can be sourced in the dash, now featuring Apple CarPlay, sat-nav, multimedia controls, and a telemetry system to record lap times. Meanwhile, the multifunctional steering wheel and the pair of knife-like paddle shifters are hard to miss with their hexagonal design inspired by a fighter jet's yoke. Luckily, the fighter-jet theme doesn't end there; it continues towards the center console, opening up to a series of switches and jet-styled buttons, hinting at the raging bull’s raw power. Also unmistakable in the center is an encased engine start/stop button – cloaked in a bright red – that can be flipped open to summon the V12 to life. With that said, extensive use of leather and high-quality materials is carried throughout the cabin, from the dash to the body-sculpting seats to cocoon the occupants in some luxury, all the while packing a fiery beast that sits right behind them.
Does the Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S look as fast as it is? Short answer: yes. It proudly boasts the signature-esq and apparent Lamborghini DNA, closely followed by subtle, yet dramatic, changes and refinements to the exterior for the sake of performance enhancements over its 'dated' predecessors. A longer and improved front splitter has been integrated into the front – speaking of which – that houses aggressive-looking Y-shaped DRLs and flaunts larger vents and newer, crisp lines. Of course, all of that drama is not just for show but to serve the purpose as well, improving the (front) downforce by 130%. Eventually, the front is streamlined, effortlessly integrating with the Aventador's low roofline that now sits almost at a human-waist level. Meanwhile, the sides sport sharp lines and creases in a continuous flow before opening up to massive vents meant to feed air to the mechanical parts. Also, to maintain a sleeker profile, the door handles – for the scissor-styled doors, of course – are flush with the bodywork, perfectly complementing the flared wheel arches that fit the sticky Pirelli P Zeros. Next, a single outlet housing three single exhausts and a massive diffuser dominate the Aventador S's back end, a scene most supercars would find used to. Coupled with an active rear spoiler that deploys under specific conditions, the Aventador S defied aerodynamic forces, improving the back downforce by 50% over its predecessors.
In the realm of cutting-edge automotive engineering, the Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S emerges as a technological marvel. The Aventador embodies "… the expression of new technological and performance milestones…", says Lamborghini's CEO, Stefano Domenicali. With its new 4WS, the Aventador revolutionizes driving dynamics, helping set impressive track records and adding flavor to its raw performance. Also, a new brain, Lamborghini Dinamica Veicolo (LDVA), now takes charge of various car settings to elevate its performance capabilities even further. That said, some emphasis is laid on practicality as well, thanks to a rear-view camera, parking sensors, and a TFT LCD multimedia system featuring sat-nav and Apple CarPlay, making daily driving in an Aventador possible – to some extent. Surprisingly, the Aventador S also incorporates an engine start-stop feature, which – coupled with automatic cylinder deactivation – helps optimize engine efficiency and fuel economy, a term not found in the Aventador's vocabulary.
At its launch, the Aventador S stood at a base price of a hefty $493,500. However, you may be $70,000+ more in debt if you include options. With that said, the Aventador S is averaging around $426,415 in used markets, subject to the Roadster and Coupe trim levels. Of course, well-maintained and low-mile examples may command collector-worthy prices of up to $500,000, and even beyond, like this Lamborghini Aventador LP740-4 S amounting to 6,303 miles that sold for a head-turning $512,160. Indeed, the Lamborghini Aventador S provides satisfaction on top of value, transcending the concepts of time and depreciation. Have you finally thought of investing in one? Visit the Lamborghini listings at Exotic Car Trader now to flaunt your newest purchase!
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