Phenomenal Lamborghini Fenomeno Is The Most Powerful Lambo Ever Built

Based on the Revuelto, Lamborghini is calling the limited-production Fenomeno a “few-off” with just 29 units scheduled to be built. The automaker is also calling the project a "design manifesto," even though it showcases the most powerful V12—augmented with electrical jam—in the raging bull's long history.

Like most Lamborghinis, the Fenomeno’s name traces back to the world of Spanish fighting bulls. Fenomeno takes its name from a courageous and renowned bull fought in Morelia, Mexico, in 2002. Luckily, ‘Fenomeno,’ also translates to ‘phenomenal’ in both Italian and Spanish— a fitting label for a car with 1,065 total horsepower.

Its revised 6.5-liter naturally aspirated V12 produces 823 horsepower on its own, while three electric motors — two on the front axle and one integrated into the 8-speed DCT gearbox — add even more torque. The result is a 0–60 mph sprint in just 2.4 seconds and a top speed north of 217 mph.

The carbon-fiber monocoque and forged composite crash structures carry over from the Revuelto, but the Fenomeno wears its own dramatic bodywork. Functional aero enhancements include an S-duct in the nose, redesigned doors that channel air to massive rear intakes, and a motorsport-derived adjustable suspension system.

Lamborghini says braking performance benefits from carbon-ceramic technology developed in its LMDh endurance racing program, while a “6D” dynamics sensor constantly monitors the car’s movement to maximize grip and stability. Other race car tech includes the single-nut forged rims and special tires custom-engineered by Bridgestone.

Inside, the Fenomeno blends athleticism with elegance, featuring bespoke trim and detailing to match its futuristic exterior. The automaker says it's a new interpretation of its ‘feel like a pilot’ philosophy, which started with the Reventon almost 20 years ago.

Lamborghini also says the Fenomeno's three digital screens have also allowed it to eliminate most of the physical buttons in the cockpit— just ask Ferrari how well that's worked out.

The press release says getting rid of the buttons allows the driver to concentrate fully on the road or track, just like in a race car—but this is fundamentally untrue from Lamborghini's now paused top-flight LMDh/GTP car, all the way down to the entry-level GT3 and Super Trofeo cars, buttons are the only safely viable way for the driver to interact with the car's systems.

As with previous Lamborghini few-offs like the Reventón, Veneno, and Sián, all 29 examples are pretty much already spoken for, likely at multi-million-dollar price tags.

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