Lamborghini Urus: Performance, Features, and Ownership Insights

When you think of a Lamborghini Urus, a high-performance luxury SUV that combines supercar DNA with everyday usability. Also known as Lamborghini's first SUV, it’s not just a car—it’s a statement built on a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that delivers over 650 horsepower, all-wheel drive, and a weight that feels surprisingly agile for something this big. This isn’t your typical SUV. While most luxury SUVs focus on comfort and quiet rides, the Urus was engineered to out-accelerate sports cars, corner like a race car, and still fit a stroller in the back.

The Lamborghini engine, a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 co-developed with Audi. Also known as the same engine used in the Audi RS7 and Porsche Cayenne Turbo, it’s tuned here for maximum punch—0 to 60 mph in under 3.5 seconds. But power isn’t everything. The Urus uses an adaptive air suspension, torque vectoring, and a rear-wheel steering system that makes it feel smaller than it is. These aren’t just features—they’re what let you drive it hard on a twisty road without feeling like you’re piloting a boat. Then there’s the luxury SUV, a category defined by premium materials, tech, and comfort. Also known as the segment that includes the BMW X5 M and Mercedes-AMG GLE 63, but the Urus stands apart because it doesn’t just offer leather and screens—it offers raw, unfiltered driving emotion. You don’t buy an Urus because you need more space. You buy it because you want to feel like you’re driving a Lamborghini every single day, even when you’re stuck in traffic.

Ownership comes with trade-offs. Fuel economy? Forget about it. Maintenance costs? They’re steep—brakes, tires, and fluid changes aren’t cheap. But if you value performance over practicality, the Urus delivers in ways few others can. It’s the SUV that doesn’t apologize for being loud, fast, or expensive. And that’s exactly why people love it.

Below, you’ll find real-world insights on tuning, maintenance, and what makes the Urus work—whether you’re thinking of buying one, already own it, or just want to understand what makes it so different from the rest of the pack.