2019 Lamborghini Aventador Review

　　

zzdcar' Expert Review

byTravis LangnessReviews Editor

　　Travis Langness has worked in the automotive industry since 2011. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career.

　　

What's new

New SVJ and SVJ Roadster trim740-hp V12 engine, four-wheel steering and all-wheel driveActive aerodynamics and revised suspension and body panels for lower dragPart of the first Aventador generation introduced for 2012

　　Few cars on the planet can compete with the Lamborghini Aventador. Powered by a screaming non-turbo V12 and clad in bombastic body panels, the Aventador is firmly positioned in the supercar stratosphere, and it draws eyes wherever it goes. But after several years in the same form, Lamborghini decided that the Aventador could use a fresh dose of power and an updated look.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2019 Lamborghini Aventador S 2dr Coupe AWD (6.5L 12cyl 7AM) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$404/mo  for Aventador S

　　Aventador S

　　S 2dr Coupe AWD (6.5L 12cyl 7AM) - $417,826 MSRPS Roadster 2dr Convertible AWD (6.5L 12cyl 7AM) (Most Popular) - $460,422 MSRP

　　vs

　　$164/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　Refreshed for 2019, the flagship Aventador gets more power. The base model now packs 740 horsepower, and the new Lamborghini Aventador SVJ guns up to 759 hp. There's also four-wheel steering and all-wheel drive and a series of updates to suspension and aerodynamics. These updates take one of the fastest vehicles on the planet and make it even faster, elevating its flair and desirability. Only the fastest and most exclusive Ferraris, McLarens and Porsches can run in the same circle. For buyers who have the means, the Lamborghini Aventador is certainly worth a look.

　　

zzdcar' Expert Rating

　　

Which Aventador does zzdcar recommend?

　　A vehicle like the Lamborghini Aventador is a personal statement. You can specify everything from the wheels and the brake calipers to the exterior color, even which interior parts you'd like to have made out of carbon fiber. It all comes down to personal taste — and the size of your wallet. But if you're going to buy a screaming-V12 supercar, it might as well be the one where you can take the top off — so we recommend the Aventador S roadster. Buyers who want to go even faster can opt for the more powerful SVJ as a roadster as well.

　　

2019 Lamborghini Aventador models

　　The 2019 Lamborghini Aventador is a mid-engine supercar, built on carbon-fiber monocoque available as a coupe or as a roadster with a removable top. There are two trim levels: the base S and the special edition SVJ (Superveloce Jota). The Aventador's non-turbo 6.5-liter V12 engine sends 740 horsepower and 509 lb-ft of torque to all four wheels via a seven-speed single-clutch automatic transmission. The Aventador SVJ bumps that power up to 759 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque. The trademark swing-up doors reveal a fighter plane cockpit-inspired interior.

　　Whether you go with the hardtop or the roadster, the Aventador S has nearly limitless customization options. Buyers can choose from colors such as Metallic Blu Nila and Pearl Verde Mantis and specify brake caliper colors, select various forged wheels, opt for different engine covers, and choose bespoke seats and seat belts. Along with the horsepower increase, the more track-focused SVJ (known previously as the Aventador SV) uses lightweight parts to lower the car's overall weight and increase performance. The SVJ uses a revised front fascia with improved aerodynamics and sports a larger rear wing. Its interior features more exposed carbon fiber.

　　

2019 Aventador Highlights

Type: CoupeConvertibleConvertible

　　

Base MSRP	$460,422
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	11 MPG
Cost to Drive	$404/month
Seating	2 seats
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / unlimited miles