Lamborghini Gallardo

What is the Lamborghini Gallardo?

The Gallardo is a mid-engined supercar that broadened Lamborghini’s range when it arrived in 2003. Its V10 and four-wheel drive gave the maker a second model line alongside its larger V12 cars.

The Gallardo helped establish Lamborghini’s V10 line, which continued with the Huracán. It was offered in several body styles and performance variants over its run.

Generation and engines

The Gallardo had one generation, spanning 2003–2013. It was petrol-powered, with engines from 5.0 L to 5.2 L in the UK, USA and Canadian figures. EU figures for 2010–2014 list power from 412 kW (560 PS) to 419 kW (570 PS); French figures include a range from 405 kW (551 PS) to 419 kW (570 PS).

Lamborghini developed the Gallardo through a range of body styles and performance variants. Its V10 became a defining feature of the model and the V10 line that followed.

How economical is the Lamborghini Gallardo?

Published results depend on the market and test cycle. France lists a lowest consumption of 13.1 L/100 km on NEDC, while the UK’s lowest listed figure is 13.7 L/100 km on NEDC. In the USA, the EPA figure is 14.7 L/100 km, equivalent to 16 MPG combined. Canada’s NRCan 5-cycle result is 15.6 L/100 km.

The USA uses EPA testing and Canada uses the 5-cycle procedure. European figures here use NEDC; test procedures differ, so results across markets are not directly equivalent.

Where was the Gallardo sold?

Official figures are listed for the European Union, the United Kingdom, France, the United States and Canada. The periods differ by market: UK and US figures begin in 2004, while EU registration figures begin in 2010.