Lamborghini Aventador

Looking to make a statement and have a small fortune that you don't mind parting with? Perhaps the 2020 Lamborghini Aventador could be your next acquisition. This mid-engine V12 supercar is a monument to conspicuous consumption and otherworldly performance. After undergoing a substantial refresh last

We're also very likely looking at the end of the line for the Aventador. It's been in production for nearly a decade and we expect to see a replacement model soon (possibly with a hybrid powertrain). That means if you're drawn to the Aventador's aesthetics and raucous 700-plus-horsepower engines, you might want to order yours now. It's unlikely that its successor will be any less flamboyant, especially since it will have to upstage other outrageous exotics from Ferrari, Porsche, McLaren and Aston Martin.

Which Aventador does MatoCar recommend?

There's no significant difference between the Aventador models except for price and bragging rights in your local Lambo club. We're certain most drivers will find the anything-but-standard Aventador S more than capable of turning heads and quickening your pulse. For most Lamborghini clients, the real decision comes down to the aesthetic choices. If there's one thing we'd add, it'd be the nose-lifting system (standard on the SVJ) that helps you avoid embarrassing driveway scrapes.

The 2020 Lamborghini Aventador is a two-passenger supercar that is available as either a coupe or convertible. The removable hardtop panels fit in the front cargo area (frunk) when not in use. It is offered in two trim levels: Aventador S and Aventador SVJ (Super Veloce Jota). The Aventador S models are powered by a 6.5-liter V12 engine (730 horsepower, 509 lb-ft of torque), while SVJ models receive an output boost (759 hp, 531 lb-ft). These engines are paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.

Aventador S Standard features for the entry-level Aventador are sparse and include:

Manually adjustable rear wing
Carbon-ceramic brake rotors
Rear-wheel steering
Power-folding, heated mirrors
Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
Adaptive suspension system
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Navigation system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Aventador SVJ Stepping up to the SVJ adds a handful of items that include:

Active aerodynamics
Nose-lifting system (raises the front suspension to avoid scraping the chin spoiler on driveways)
Carbon-fiber interior elements
Faux suede-wrapped steering wheel
Carbon-fiber exterior elements (for the SJV 63 special edition)

The Aventador's standard feature list may seem unusually light for a vehicle costing upward of half a million dollars, but the options list is significantly longer. There is a dizzying array of exterior color choices, graphics, stripes, wheels, carbon-fiber embellishments, upholstery options and even seat-belt color selections. Some of the SVJ features are available on the Aventador S as options. Otherwise, heated seats are among the few typical add-ons.