A high point in the coupe market is the Lamborghini Gallardo. In 2008 Lamborghini rolled out an upgraded version of the Gallardo with three versions: Superleggera, Spyder, and Base. Sales for the Gallardo, especially the Gallardo Base, were brisk during 2008 and 2009. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

Stop and Go

The Gallardo Base is equipped with a Lamborghini 5.0 liter ten-cylinder engine that utilizes 40 valves. The engine is mated to a Lamborghini 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Lamborghini.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Gallardo comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The dimensions of the Gallardo Base are inches wide by inches long. It sits inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2008 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2008 Gallardo is a traditional Lamborghini LIE, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.

The Gallardo Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Lamborghini Gallardo

There are several reasons why the Lamborghini Gallardo Base sold well in 2008. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Lamborghini, specifically a Gallardo.

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