from the press release:

Murciélago successor (most likely to be called Aventador) introduces pushrod suspensions in series production for the first time

• New V12 super sports car with pushrod suspension for race-car precision
• Detailed lightweight engineering concept with double wishbone suspension and carbon ceramic brake system
• Unique 'motorsport' feel combined with long-distance comfort

Sant'Agata Bolognese, 24th January 2011 – The new Lamborghini V12 super sports car which will debut at the upcoming Geneva motorshow will feature an innovative and highly sophisticated suspension concept. The pushrod spring and damper concept was inspired by Formula 1 and tuned perfectly to meet the needs of a high-performance road-going vehicle. Together with aluminum double wishbone suspension and a carbon ceramic brake system, this lightweight chassis is another element of the unique technology concept in Lamborghini's new flagship model.

An extremely precise, indeed razor-sharp, driving feel accurately describes the soul of the newest and most powerful super sports car ever to bear the sign of the bull. This includes a steering system that can think its way through a bend adhering to the perfect line, a suspension that masters the ideal balance between race-car feel for the road and plenty of comfort for ramping up the miles, and lateral stability that ensures absolute safety even at the very highest speeds.

Pushrod suspension derived from motorsport

With its phenomenal engine output of 515 kW / 700 hp and its comparatively low vehicle weight, the new V12 super sports car from Lamborghini blasts its way to the very highest speeds. The most important characteristic of the new suspension is its design in line with the pushrod principle – inspired by Formula 1. The spring/damper elements are not located on the wheel mounts, but connected inboard to the bodyshell structure. They are transversely positioned: under the windscreen in the front and close to the engine in the rear. Pushrods and relay levers / rockers transmit the forces from the wheel mounts to the spring/damper elements.

Responsive handling characteristics at all speeds

This solution offers a whole series of impressive benefits: due to the combination of the double wishbone and pushrod arrangement, wheel control and damper remain separate from each other. As a result, handling is more responsive and easier to manage at all speeds, while rigid connection to the chassis also improves the precise and spontaneous reaction of the springs and dampers. As a result, spring stiffness can be notched back a little – comfort increases, while precision remains. On the front axle, the shock absorbers are equipped with a hydraulic lifting system, which enables the front end of the super sports car to be lifted by 40 millimeters at the touch of a button, simplifying its ability to negotiate minor obstacles.

Systematic lightweight engineering in aluminum and carbon fiber

Aluminum and carbon fiber are also the most important lightweight engineering materials on the chassis. The entire suspension system, including upper and lower control arms, wheel mounts and relay levers are made from forged aluminum alloy. The large-diameter discs on the high-performance brake system, on the other hand, are made from lightweight and extremely hard- wearing carbon ceramic composite material. On the front axle, the ventilated discs measure no less than 400 millimeters in diameter, with braking force delivered via six cylinder calipers. On the rear axle, 380 millimeter diameter discs are used in combination with four cylinder calipers. The parking brake on the new Lamborghini top model is electrically powered.

Steering forms the sensitive connection between driver and automobile

The hydraulic steering on the Lamborghini V12 forms the highly sensitive connection between the driver and the super sports car, which runs on 19-inch wheels clad on 255/35 tires at the front and 20-inch rims on 335/30 tires at the rear. Steering Gear foresees 3 different servotronic characteristics managed by drive select mode. After all, not every day is the same and the "corsa" (race track) setting can perhaps sometimes be a little too demanding.


suspension pics:

 

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/01/28/l...dor-spy-shots/

Source: Autoblog.

 

first video:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTiTl...layer_embedded

 

Looks adjustable.

 

" A-Ven-Tay-Dur" ?

 

the AVENTADORRRRRRR`s monocoque nakedness:






Lamborghini has revealed the new Lamborghini Aventador will feature a monocoque platform
made entirely of carbon fibre, which is both very light in weight and very strong – overall weight
of the single shell is just 147.5kg. Lamborghini says the new single shell was created completely
in-house using Lamborghini’s patented carbon fibre formation technology.
This means the new supercar will not only be as light as possible, but it will also be extremely rigid.
During testing procedures of the new chassis, Lamborghini found that the carbon monocoque could
withstand up to 35,000Nm per degree of rotational force. Translated onto the driver, it means the
new car will be very precise on the road offering super-accurate steering and chassis response.
The suspension, including the new push rod rear suspension layout, will also be able absorb and
communicate road characteristics more efficiently thanks to the rigid new design, leaving, what
is expected to be, one tight and taught package.
Lamborghini has officially announced the new Lamborghini Aventador will be unveiled in full at
the Geneva Motor Show taking place from March 1 in just a few week’s time.

 

great job guys.. thanks for the info.. I'm gonna go to Geneva to see the car when they unveil it.. it's gonna be a piece of art..

does anyone have any idea on the price?

 

Auto Salon Singen is already taking orders at a base price of ~310,000€ incl. tax,
which is 20.000€ more the Murcielago`s (the standard one, not the SV) base price,
so i think the Aventador will be starting at ~ $370.000.


here is a list of some of the options:

black and yellow colours come as standard
other solid colours $1650
metallic colours $2200
pearl finnishes $4100
matte paint finnishes $14000
individual colours $9100

silver wheels come as standard
black ones $1820

suspension and calipers come in black
u want both coloured (yellow, red etc.)?
$1100 each

carbon fiber engine cover $2500
transparent engine cover $7500
premium soundsystem $4200
heated seats $4200
rear view camera $4900
garage opener (home link) $590
Smoker package $490
branding package(extra badges etc.) $840
optional steering wheels $700 to $1540
contrast stitching $840
"elegante" interior $2250
"elegante plus" interior $3500
"sportive" interior $2250
alcantara interior parts $750

 

wow €310,000.. not so bad at all.. I was under the impression that it would be much higher than the Murcielago SV

 

underneath the skin:

 

Leaked: This is The 2012 Lamborghini LP700-4 Aventador