The Lamborghini Sian FKP 37 is a Supercapacitor Hybrid
By Lamborghini standards By Lamborghini standards, the Sian FKP 37 is a wild car. It's among the first hybrid cars to utilize supercapacitors.
The Sian is powered by an electric motor of 34 horsepower which is integrated into an automated manual gearbox, which can reach 80 mph. Then the V-12 is in charge. This system improves the efficiency of the car and allows it to accelerate quickly.
Forged Composites
The hybrid system from Sian comes with a trick in its sleeves - a supercapacitor battery. It's capable of recharging more quickly than lithium-ion batteries and the vehicle can be driven for up to 63 seconds on electric power alone.
Lamborghini's forging composites will be the main ingredient in this. The material may eventually make its way into production vehicles. It is a sheet of uncured plastic, then mixed with random lengths of carbon fiber strands. It's not as gorgeous as pre-woven carbon fiber sheets pre-impregnated, but it's much lighter and more durable.
Operators simply cut the carbon fiber into the desired size, then place it into a hot press mould, and squeeze it with heat. It only takes minutes, however it can take hours to create the same piece using traditional methods.
It's not certain if we'll ever see structurally forged composite parts in production vehicles, but Lamborghini claims that its manufacturing pragmatism means that the material could eventually find its way into cheaper products. It's certainly costly enough now however, if the manufacturing process can be scaled up it could save money on both materials and labor. Forged composites are also more flexible than carbon fiber weave and engineers can design complex shapes without the need to add weight or expense.
Carbon Skin
The Lamborghini Sian has a futuristic sleek design that is optimized for aerodynamic efficiency. The long, sculpted lines and distinctive aero wings create an impressive profile and its low front and carbon fiber splitter integrated increase stability. The hexagonal headlights and Y-shaped headlights shapes are classic Lamborghini characteristics that further emphasise the vehicle's distinct styling. The interior is a blend of luxurious Italian craftsmanship and modern technology. The dashboard and the driver's chair are covered in a unique material, Carbon Skin. This material is customizable through the Ad Personam program.
The Sian's revolutionary hybrid system is powered by a high-performance capacitor that is able to combine the power of an electric motor and the efficiency of a 48-volt battery. Its fast-fire torque fills gaps in acceleration, while its regenerative braking recharges the battery. The Sian can travel further with just one tank of gas.
Comparing it to a standard lithium-ion battery, Sian's supercapacitor offers three times the power and recharges in only 64 seconds. It is also lighter and more compact. The supercapacitor, located in the bulkhead which divides the engine compartment from the cabin, powers a 34-hp motor mounted in the rear of the automatic transmission.
The Lamborghini Sian was based on Aventador SVJ. This means that it is powered by the identical V12 engine. It also has the same chassis and suspension and the same four-wheel drive. The hybrid powertrain in the Sian is what makes it stand out.
Ad Personam
The Sian is Lamborghini's first hybrid vehicle and it's a bold statement of intent. The raging bull's latest creation uses supercapacitor technology for bringing the power-to-weight ratio down to the level of a impressively powerful V-12 engine.
For the most loyal customers of Lamborghini, it offers the opportunity to completely personalize the car through the Ad Personam program. This covers everything from leathers to exterior and interior finishes to special paint colors, all of which must meet the brand's strict quality standards.
A complete spec sheet is available online. You can also schedule a consultation at the Sant'Agata Bolognese headquarters, or by using the virtual studio. This was developed to allow customers from all over the world to get a custom spec session with the team without needing to travel all way to Sant'Agata.
The name Sian is the Bolognese word meaning lightning, and it's an acknowledgment of Lamborghini's past and future. The alphanumeric suffix FKP37 honors Ferdinand Karl Piech. He was the person who brought Lamborghini to the Volkswagen Group and died just before the debut of Sian. Only 63 cars were built, and they are all sold out.
Specifications
The Sian is a model based on the Aventador SVJ. It has the same V12, chassis and suspension. But it also adds the small electric motor to make it hybrid. It is able to run purely using electric power at lower speed, and it could use the gasoline engine to aid in acceleration when required.
The electric motor is powered by a capacitor that sits in the bulkhead between the cabin and the engine compartment. It's three times more powerful than a battery of the same weight and three times lighter. The Keylab recharges itself on the move with regenerative brake and doesn't need to be connected to the grid. The e-motor is able to fill up torque to upshifts, which permits the car to move 10 percent faster than it would if it didn't have it.
Lamborghini claims that the design of its hybrid Sian is designed to convey an open-top feeling of energy in its raw form. The exterior is a mix of orange paint and carbon fiber as well as the roof, which is a glass section that was inspired by the Periscopio on the early Countach prototypes. Other highlights include aluminum accents painted in Oro Electrum, which is the color Lamborghini uses to distinguish its hybrid cars.
Mitja Borkert, Lamborghini's head of design, has designed the cockpit of the Sian. It's a bit wilder than usual for Lamborghini and features lots of cutouts and creases. It's a car that is almost comical in its appearance, however, it's still very attractive. The infotainment display is oriented vertically and features a buttonless steering with massive paddle shifters.