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Lamborghini Gallardo SL

Super StreetLamborghini
562 hp
Horsepower
1330 kg
Weight
AWD
Drivetrain
2003
Year

Lamborghini Gallardo SL (Super Street)

The Lamborghini Gallardo SL is a lighter, sharper evolution of Lamborghini’s first modern V10 supercar, the Gallardo Superleggera. Built on the same AWD platform as the standard car, it trims weight, stiffens the chassis, and leans harder into track-focused road car behavior without losing the raw character that made the Gallardo so popular.

Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)

  • Powertrain: 5.0L naturally aspirated 90° V10, mid-mounted, longitudinal

  • Total Output: 562 hp

  • Redline: ~8,000–8,200 rpm

  • Transmission: 6-speed automated manual / e-gear

  • Weight: ~1,330 kg

  • Dimensions: ~4,395 mm long × 1,905 mm wide × 1,165 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,560 mm

  • Tires: Performance street tires on lightweight forged wheels

  • Brakes: Ventilated disc brakes with performance calipers

  • Layout: Mid-engine, all-wheel drive

In the Simulator Feel

The Gallardo SL feels like an old-school supercar with enough electronic safety net to be fast, but not so much that it loses its edge. Compared to more modern machinery, it is lively, mechanical, and a bit demanding, with the AWD system giving it excellent traction on corner exit while still allowing the chassis to rotate if you commit properly on entry. It rewards committed driving and punishes sloppy inputs, especially when braking deep or lifting mid-corner.

Engine & Sound: The naturally aspirated V10 is the star of the show, delivering a hard-edged, metallic scream that builds into a classic Lamborghini howl near the top of the rev range. Throttle response is immediate, and the engine loves to be worked hard, with the soundtrack becoming more feral as the revs climb.

Handling Characteristics:

  • Cornering: Stable and confidence-inspiring on turn-in, but it can understeer if you rush the apex or overcook the front tires.

  • Traction: Very strong out of slower corners thanks to AWD, with enough rear bias to keep it playful.

  • Braking: Strong stopping power, though it benefits from smooth pedal application to keep the chassis settled.

  • Top Speed: Respectable on straights, with the V10’s power and gearing making it strong in real-world-style road course use.

Driving Style Tip: Drive it with momentum. Brake in a straight line, be patient on turn-in, and roll into throttle early once the nose is pointed. It shines on technical road courses and fast-flowing layouts where balance matters more than outright aero grip.

Livery & Aesthetics: The Gallardo SL has that unmistakable early-2000s Lamborghini shape — sharp lines, low stance, aggressive intakes, and a compact, muscular profile. The Superleggera details, carbon accents, and exposed aero bits give it a purposeful look that still turns heads instantly in the sim.

For drivers who want a rawer, lighter Lamborghini experience with big personality and strong pace, the Gallardo SL is a standout choice — a V10 supercar that feels special every time you open it up.