Whilst the sport version, set to be officially released later this month, is fitted with a standard twin-turbo V8 engine Urus engine, the car runs on a development of the standard version’s Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R tyre, the semi-slick compound designed to generate higher performance in more demanding conditions, so Lamborghini says.
“The decision to test ourselves at Pikes Peak reflects the Lamborghini spirit of ‘expect the unexpected’, and demonstrates the outstanding performance of the new Urus model to be presented shortly,” said Lamborghini Chief technical officer Rouven Mohr.
“Pikes Peak is the most famous hillclimb event in the world, as well as being extremely challenging for the car: the uneven track layout tests the chassis’ balance; the significant altitude differences stress the powertrain; and the weather conditions can change very rapidly between start to finish.”