Lamborghini’s All-New Temerario GT3 Is A Race Car Straight From The Factory
Lamborghini just pulled the wraps off something serious at Goodwood: the all-new Temerario GT3. It’s the first racing model built entirely in-house at Sant’Agata, and it’s not just a reworked Temerario road car with some decals. The Temerario GT3 was designed with motorsport in mind from the start, and it shows in everything from its stripped-down chassis to the custom-built turbo setup.
The Lamborghini Temerario GT3 Is Purpose-Built Performance From The Ground Up
The Temerario GT3 isn’t just a track conversion, it’s a clean-sheet race car that just happens to share a name and engine layout with its road-going sibling. It uses a modified version of the production 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, reengineered with smaller turbos and new components to meet GT3 spec. The final output is around 550 horsepower, regulated by balance-of-performance rules, but Lamborghini focused on more than just power. The whole car has been tuned for broad, usable performance across a wide rev range, with a new six-speed transverse gearbox and a custom Capristo exhaust to let it scream.
Suspension is handled by KW six-way adjustable dampers, similar to what’s used in Lamborghini’s SC63 LMDh prototype. Paired with a longer wheelbase and wider track than its predecessor, the setup is aimed at maximum grip and stability through fast corners. Whether it’s sprint racing or endurance, the Temerario GT3 was built to stay sharp over long stints and various surfaces. The car rides on 18-inch wheels wrapped in rubber from all major tire suppliers, keeping it competitive across the full GT3 grid.
What really makes this car special, though, is that it was designed with racing in mind from day one. Lamborghini’s engineers didn’t have to strip out hybrid bits after the fact or modify an existing platform. The car’s aluminum spaceframe was purpose-built for motorsport, with removable subframes, a built-in roll cage, and everything positioned for ease of service in pit lane.
Racing Aero That Still Looks Like a Lambo
While the Temerario GT3 has all-new bodywork made of carbon composite, it still looks undeniably Lamborghini. That’s no accident. Squadra Corse and Lamborghini Centro Stile worked together to preserve the brand’s wild design language while optimizing airflow for racing. The result is a body that’s functional, fast, and still aggressive.
Downforce and cooling were the two big goals. The aerodynamics team reworked every surface for stability under braking and to keep the balance predictable in high-speed corners. The rear diffuser, engine cover, and hood are all quick-release panels. Even the floor comes in four pieces to allow fast swaps during races. The fuel system has been redesigned for faster refills, and the radiators now receive improved airflow thanks to an all-new layout.
It’s about getting back on track quickly. Whether it’s a smashed diffuser or a wing swap during a 24-hour race, every component has been engineered for rapid changes. With improved temperature control for the turbos and brakes, the car is expected to perform just as well in the heat of a summer sprint as it does in the middle of a rainy endurance race.
Inside, It’s Built for the Driver (and the Crew Chief)
The interior has been shaped with input from Lamborghini factory drivers Marco Mapelli and Andrea Caldarelli, and it shows in the ergonomics. Every switch is laid out for quick access, the graphics are updated, and the steering wheel has been completely redesigned to suit both sprint and endurance formats. We haven’t had a chance to peek inside yet, but hopefully that will be coming soon.
The electronics package is just as focused. Lamborghini custom-built the vehicle control software, updated the data logger, and optimized the car for use across a wide range of GT3 championships. Even the hydraulic steering system has been tuned for better tire compatibility, giving teams the flexibility to work with whatever compound suits the track or series they’re in.
And don’t overlook the crew. From easy access to major components to simplified suspension swaps, the Temerario GT3 was made to be quick and painless in the pits. It’s a car that lets teams focus on lap times instead of troubleshooting hardware, and that alone makes it a huge step forward from previous platforms. The Huracán GT3 may have dominated for a decade, but the Temerario is the next step, and it looks more than ready.
This article was originally published by Hotcar
