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Lamborghini Urus to come with a plug-in hybrid

Will be the first Lamborghini to feature plug-in hybrid instead of naturally aspirated motor

Overdrive|Dec 29, 2016, 16:23:41 IST

We have already mentioned the list of exciting cars that are arriving in 2017. And now there is an exotic addition to that list. Exotic supercar manufacturer Lamborghini has just confirmed that the Urus will be unveiled next year and will make it into production in 2018. In addition to it being the second SUV from the company after a hiatus of more than a decade, this will be the first Lamborghini to be powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain.

Lamborghini had showcased the Urus concept at the Beijing Auto Show on April 23, 2012. The...

First Published:Dec 29, 2016, 16:23:41 IST

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