2009 Lamborghini Gallardo User Reviews

Pros

Excellent fuel economy and spacious interior make this one of the best in class

Cons

Cup holders don't hold up well at 200mph

Purchased As New

The fuel economy of this car is something to behold and something to be admired by other automobile manufacturers. Toyota could learn a thing or two from the folks at Lambo.

Ride comfort is titillating and a definite feel good experience.

Acceleration is par for it's class.

The cup holders are however below par for a $200,000 sports luxury automobile. At the very least, the engineers should have utilized some double-sided velcro strips to firmly grip your Vanilla Mocha-Latte while leisurely cruising the Swiss Alps.

Cargo space is a bit limited but a person should have no problem storing their thong in the glove box....read morehide

Pros

good

Cons

good

Purchased As New

coupe, called the LP560-4. The car delivers 560 horsepower at 8,000 rpm via a 5.2-liter V10 engine. The car is capable of hitting 62 mph in an amazing 3.7 seconds. The sprint to twice that speed -- 124 mph -- takes just 11.8 seconds.

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The 560 portion of the car's name reflects its horsepower, while the "4" designation indicates all-wheel-drive. The "4" was likely added to the name in anticipation of the forthcoming rear-wheel-drive variant, which will likely end in "2."

The engine not only gains power and displacement, it also features a new "Iniezione Diretta Stratificata" direct injection system. Despite its clearly increased output, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by a staggering 18 percent.

The enlarged and clearly redesigned cooling intakes meet the demands of augmented engine. The front spoiler, positioned low between the air intakes, improves aerodynamic equilibrium at high speeds.

The redesigned four-wheel-drive system, an improved suspension design, and optimized aerodynamics all contribute an improved driving experience. A weight reduction of 44 lbs and decreased friction between the components also enhance performance.

The Gallardo LP560-4 fulfils the not yet obligatory European pedestrian safety regulations, without compromising the look of the car.

The automated e-gear transmission has been completely redesigned for the LP560. Gear change time reduced by 40 percent, and the driver may choose between five different driving and changing programs. The most performance-oriented "CORSA" setting not only affects shift speed -- it also directs the engine for maximum acceleration. The 'Thrust Mode' ensures maximum acceleration from neutral while the angle of the throttle valve and the clutch are optimized.

An optional carbon-ceramic-disc braking system makes use of eight-piston Brembo calipers up front, and four-piston calipers at he rear. Rotor size is 14.4 inches at the front and 14 inches at the rear.

Bi-Xenon headlights provide plenty of illumination at night, while LED daytime running lights give the car a more aggressive and high-tech look....read morehide

Pros

Great interior, control is amazing, more like a lugzurie car inside

Cons

Eats up Gas when at excessive speed

This car is amazing! it control is outstanding, you have the up most control of the car. Surprisingly the car runs really smooth on the road alost if your floating through the roads. Love the interior!

Pros

Incredibly Fast, Incredibly Comfortable, E-Gear Made Me Drool

Cons

About this car, please.

I've actually driven this car....well the Spyder (convertible Gallardo).
My wife and rented it from CB Motorcars in Seattle (I just went to find a link for them and their website has changed (and or their name)). As with a lot of exotic car rental companies, it takes a lot of capital to keep the business up and running when the cars are just sitting there. Maybe they folded.
Anyway, my wife is from that area and she went to Wa-Hi (Walla Walla High School), and was having a reunion. Since we both work hard and don't take a lot of vacations, we decided to splurge and rent a brand new 2007 Gallardo Spyder (Neon Orange with a black top). When I originally called the agency they said that they didn't have the car yet, but that if I agreed to rent it for the weekend, they could lay their hands on it by the time we got there. I agreed and we showed up to this absolutely beautiful car sitting out front.
I signed all the paperwork, we went outside so the guy could give us the rundown on how everything worked.
First thing to consider if you ever rent/buy one of these things...the front "trunk" is tiny (and I'm sure you're all saying, "well, duh"), but I mean even tinier than you would think. And, to make matters worse, they put a transverse divider right across the compartment. So, what would have 'maybe' accommodated a small flight attendant bag, now only accommodates the equivalent of 2 VCR's. So, while the guy was showing me where everything was and how it operated, my wife repacked our flight attendant bag and duffle bag into those small compartments.

Okay, on to the car.
The electronic top is an engineering wonder. I'll do my best to describe how it works so that you can visualize what I'm talking about. You push and hold a button on the dash/console. The rear "fins" of the top unlatch and point skyward. The rear engine decklid unlatches from just behind the driver's head/firewall and the rear decklid pivots skyward (hinged near the rear bumper). Once there is ample clearance, the roof unlatches from the windowsill and starts retracting back and collapses itself (along with the skyward pointing "fins") into a cubby just above the engine...then the rear decklid eases back down and latches. It is such a site to behold...absolute genius.
The e-gear is even more incredible. I'm sure if you are reading this, you are as enthralled with this car as I am and know that the formula style paddles work on a plus/minus system....pull the left paddle towards you to downshift, pull the right paddle towards you to upshift. Pull both paddles towards you simultaneously to go into neutral. Reverse is something entirely different. You pull both paddles towards you to get the car into neutral, then there is a button on the dash, left and a little horizontally below the steering column. You press that firmly and the car shifts into reverse. Pull the paddles towards you simultaneously and the car is again in neutral.
Oops, running up to max characters for this post. Let me post this and continue in post #2....TBC...read morehide