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History

An audacious vision for a new type of Lamborghini.

In 2008, Lamborghini stunned the automotive world with the Estoque at the Paris Motor Show. This bold four-door sedan reimagined the brand’s DNA: aggressive styling, high-performance engineering,
and a more practical, front-engined, four-seat layout. Named after the rapier-like sword used by Spanish matadors, the Estoque embodied precision, elegance, and latent power.

Built as a fully functional prototype, it rode on a unique platform and was powered by a naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V10 derived from the Gallardo. With its long wheelbase, spacious cabin,
and unmistakable Lamborghini character, the Estoque hinted at a broader market, bringing Lamborghini performance into a daily-drivable context.

The timing was challenging: the 2008 financial crisis delayed any production plans. Though the project never officially launched, the Estoque planted seeds that would later bloom in the Urus SUV,
Lamborghini’s first truly mass-market high-performance vehicle.

Design

Raging bull style reimagined for four doors.

Designed by Filippo Perini and the Centro Stile Lamborghini team, the Estoque translated the razor-sharp supercar DNA into a luxurious four-door sedan. Its proportions were elegant yet assertive,
with a commanding stance over five meters long but just 1.35 meters tall.

Exterior highlights included:
 - Sharp, angular front fascia with deep air intakes and Y-shaped LED headlights
 - Bold hexagonal grille, reinforcing Lamborghini’s geometric language
 - Strong shoulder line flowing from front to rear
 - Tapered rear with quad exhausts, signaling performance in sedan form
 - Massive turbine-inspired 22-inch wheels tucked under muscular arches

The Estoque projected stealth-jet presence—refined, purposeful, yet forceful.

Interior highlights included:
 - Four sculptural sport seats separating each occupant
 - Full-length high center console integrating controls and storage
 - Premium leather, Alcantara, carbon fiber accents, and contrasting stitching
 - Futuristic, driver-focused dashboard with digital instrumentation
 - Rear seats offering true comfort, completing its grand touring character

Driving Experience

Performance sculpted for long-distance thrill.

While the Estoque was never publicly driven, it was conceived as a high-performance Gran Turismo capable of combining speed, handling, and comfort. Expected performance mirrored Gallardo levels:
0–100 km/h in around 4 seconds, top speed near 275 km/h, and all-wheel drive for confident control.

Lamborghini also explored multiple powertrain possibilities, including V8, turbocharged V8, and hybrid variants, emphasizing versatility and global appeal.

Fun Facts

Conceptual boldness with lasting influence.

• The Estoque continues Lamborghini’s tradition of bullfighting references in its name.
• It was Lamborghini’s first front-engine concept since the LM002 and the first four-door sedan since the Espada.
• Though never produced, its styling directly influenced the Lamborghini Urus SUV.
• Fully drivable as a prototype, yet never tested publicly by journalists.
• The prototype now resides in Lamborghini’s private collection at the Museo Lamborghini.

Legacy

The blueprint for Lamborghini’s modern versatility.

The Estoque remains a testament to Lamborghini’s willingness to defy tradition. It bridged supercar aggression with everyday usability, hinting at a future where Lamborghinis could combine luxury, performance,
and practicality. While it never entered production, its spirit lives on in the Urus, proving that even a four-door Lamborghini can carry the raging bull DNA with uncompromised flair.