By Xolile Hopa

Lamborghini has taken its already impressive Super SUV to another level with the new Urus SE. Combining plug-in hybrid technology with the brand’s unmistakable performance DNA, the Urus SE is the most powerful and technologically advanced Urus to date.

Design and aerodynamics

Visually, the Urus SE looks even more purposeful than before. A redesigned front end features a new bonnet, larger air intakes, and sharper styling that improves airflow and cooling. At the rear, a revised spoiler and a more aggressive diffuser not only enhance the SUV’s appearance but also improve aerodynamic performance at higher speeds.

Weight reduction

Lamborghini has also focused on improving agility through the use of lightweight materials. Extensive use of carbon fibre across the body, including the bonnet, roof, wheel arches, and rear diffuser, helps reduce weight while improving the SUV’s power-to-weight ratio. A titanium exhaust system also contributes to the weight savings while delivering a more aggressive soundtrack.

Riding on new 23-inch alloy wheels, the Urus SE has a wider and more planted stance, giving it unmistakable road presence. The design successfully balances Lamborghini’s dramatic styling with functional performance upgrades.

Interior

Inside, the cabin continues Lamborghini’s “Feel Like a Pilot” philosophy, placing the driver firmly at the centre of the experience. Lightweight materials such as Corsa-Tex by Dinamica are used throughout the interior, while the cabin still delivers the luxury and technology expected of a premium performance SUV.

Performance

Under the bonnet sits a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine paired with an electric motor, producing a combined 588kW and 1,000Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, allowing the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in just 3.3 seconds before reaching a top speed of 312km/h.

AURA dual-chamber air suspension

One of the biggest upgrades is Lamborghini’s new AURA dual-chamber air suspension system. It reduces body roll during spirited driving while improving ride comfort over rougher surfaces. The result is a performance SUV that feels just as comfortable cruising through the city as it does tackling a mountain pass or racetrack.

Driving modes

Drivers can choose from several driving modes, including Strada, Sport, Corsa, EV mode for all-electric driving, and the new Rally mode, which has been developed for loose gravel and dirt roads, adding another layer of versatility to the Urus SE.