What is the Lamborghini Countach?
The Countach is a mid-engined Lamborghini supercar known for its wedge shape, angular body and distinctive rising doors. Its dramatic design came to represent the brand’s bold approach to high-performance cars.
The Countach paired that striking form with a V12. Lamborghini’s history records that the model gave way to the Diablo in 1990.
Countach generations
The US listings cover two later Countach versions: the 5000S, listed for 1984 to 1985, and the 5000 Quattrovalvole, listed for 1985 to 1988. The 5000 Quattrovalvole brought a 5.2-litre V12 with four valves per cylinder, following the 5000S’s 4.8-litre engine.
Engines and power
The listed US versions use petrol V12 engines ranging from 4.8 to 5.2 litres. The 5000S has the 4.8-litre engine; the 5000 Quattrovalvole has a 5.2-litre V12 with four valves per cylinder.
How economical is the Lamborghini Countach?
The US EPA listing gives the Countach a best combined rating of 11 MPG, or 21.4 L/100 km. The listed versions are petrol-powered. EPA test procedures differ from European WLTP and NEDC tests and Canada’s five-cycle test, so results across markets are not directly comparable.
Where was the Countach sold?
The listings here are for the United States under the EPA system. They cover two versions across model years 1984 to 1990.
Questions and answers
What engine did the Countach use?
The listed US versions have petrol V12 engines ranging from 4.8 to 5.2 litres.
What is the EPA fuel economy for the Countach?
The best combined EPA rating listed is 11 MPG, or 21.4 L/100 km.
What changed with the 5000 Quattrovalvole?
It has a 5.2-litre V12 with four valves per cylinder, following the 5000S’s 4.8-litre engine.
