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2016 Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2 Review: Photo Gallery

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CARS.COM — When Lamborghini announced a less-powerful, rear-wheel-drive version of its Huracan coupe, many enthusiasts rightly bemoaned that the car would be boring and far less fun to drive … Sorry, that’s from an alternate-universe story where everyone is issued a Challenger Hellcat when they get their license.

Related: Research the 2016 Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2

We were lucky enough to drive a Verde Mantis — Italian for “green so bright it burns your eyes” — 2016 Lamborghini Huracan LP580-2 at Roebling Road Raceway near Savannah, Ga., and we have to say that you’d probably be perfectly happy saving the $40,000 that comes from opting for the RWD Huracan.

While less powerful than its LP610-4 (610 horsepower, all-wheel drive; get it?) sibling, the LP580-2 (a meager 580 hp) takes a page from Lotus’ book and adds lightness: Switching to rear-wheel drive saves about 73 pounds. And, to be frank, 580 hp is more than enough. Don’t be greedy.

The LP580-2 also boasts redesigned front and rear ends so discerning Lamborghini fans will know you’re driving the LP580-2 and think you’re a sports car purist for sticking to RWD. Or maybe they’ll think you couldn’t afford to buy the LP610-4. Inside, the cockpit — we can call it that because of the fighter jet-style ignition button — features exterior paint-matching details and a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Check out the gallery to decide for yourself if a Lamborghini Huracan with only 580 hp is enough.

Brian Normile
Road Test Editor Brian Normile joined the automotive industry and Cars.com in 2013, and he became part of the Editorial staff in 2014. Brian spent his childhood devouring every car magazine he got his hands on — not literally, eventually — and now reviews and tests vehicles to help consumers make informed choices. Someday, Brian hopes to learn what to do with his hands when he’s reviewing a car on camera. He would daily-drive an Alfa Romeo 4C if he could.
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