In a twist that’ll make purists raise an eyebrow, the Temerario can run as a front-wheel-drive car—but only in EV mode. With its 588 kW (800 hp) twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors—two powering the front wheels and one nestled between the engine and the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission—Lamborghini has redefined what a supercar can be. When it’s gliding silently in all-electric mode, the power is sent exclusively to the front wheels. However, don’t expect long EV-only cruises; with just a 3.8 kWh battery, the V8 will be roaring back to life pretty quickly.

To wring 800 hp out of a 4.0-litre V8, Lamborghini cranked the turbo boost to an eye-watering 248 kPa (36 psi). That’s the kind of pressure that turns a gentle breeze into a hurricane. Each turbo is equipped with speed sensors and electronic wastegates, allowing for pinpoint precision to keep everything running just shy of explosive. And if you’re worried about turbo lag, don’t be—the electric motors are there to fill the gap, ensuring instant throttle response while the turbos spool up.

The Temerario’s hybrid system borrows heavily from its sibling, the Revuelto. Both supercars share the same cutting-edge axial-flux electric motors, battery pack, and transmission layout. But there are differences: where the Revuelto uses its rear motor to directly power the rear wheels via its own clutch, the Temerario opts for a more conventional approach with a traditional reverse gear. And while the Revuelto is all about that glorious 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12, the Temerario’s 4.0-litre V8 is turbocharged madness.

Lamborghini’s engineers built the Temerario’s V8 to be bulletproof, with a valvetrain safe up to a dizzying 11,000 RPM. The redline is set at 10,000 RPM, but having that extra buffer means you can push it hard without worry. Instead of using the typical hydraulic tappets, Lamborghini opted for roller fingers—mechanical rocker arms that can handle the stresses of high-revving without the risk of valve float. It’s a trick borrowed from the world of sport bikes and race cars, ensuring that this V8 is as robust as it is ferocious.

Lamborghini isn’t exactly known for making cars that accommodate the taller among us, but the Temerario bucks that trend. Thanks to its new chassis, drivers up to 2 meters tall (6 feet 6 inches) can comfortably fit inside with a helmet on. So, if you’re a tall gearhead with a penchant for track days, the Temerario just might be your new best friend. Unfortunately, basketball giants like LeBron James, who stands at 2.06 meters (6 feet 9 inches), will have to look elsewhere.

The Lamborghini Temerario is a fascinating blend of tradition and innovation—a supercar that respects the past while blazing a trail into the future. It’s Lamborghini’s way of saying that even the wildest bulls can evolve.