The Italian State Police have taken delivery of a Lamborghini Temerario, a hybrid-powered supercar that will serve as a rapid-response vehicle for critical missions, including the emergency transport of organs and medical supplies. The handover ceremony at Lamborghini’s headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese marked the official transfer of this vehicle, which represents the latest in the automaker’s tradition of providing high-performance cars for public safety.
A handover ceremony at Lamborghini’s headquarters in Sant’Agata Bolognese marked the official transfer of the 920hp two-seater, which combines a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 with three electric motors. The car’s power delivery—capable of propelling it from 0-62mph in 2.7 seconds and reaching a top speed of 213mph, is complemented by its hybrid system, which allows for up to five miles of battery-only driving.
Despite its blistering performance, the Temerario won’t be used for routine traffic enforcement. Instead, it follows a tradition of Lamborghinis deployed for high-stakes operations, much like its predecessors: a Gallardo in 2004, an updated Gallardo LP 560-4, and a Huracan LP 610-4 in 2014. Over the past two decades, six Lamborghinis have been entrusted to the Italian State Police, demonstrating the brand’s long-standing partnership with law enforcement.
The Temerario’s design addresses practical needs for medical transport. Its larger size compared to the Huracan it replaces provides more interior space and a front trunk (“frunk”) for bulky equipment, while its hybrid system allows for up to five miles of battery-only driving—useful for silent, low-emission approaches in urban areas. The vehicle’s debut coincides with the release of I motori della Polizia, a book documenting Italy’s history of police vehicles, including Lamborghinis, which shows the brand’s unique role in public service. The Urus Performante SUV, also part of the Italian State Police fleet, further expands the range of Lamborghinis used for operational duties.
Lamborghini chairman Stephan Winkelmann and Italian interior minister Matteo Piantedosi attended the ceremony, alongside police representatives. The Temerario is the first mid-engined Lamborghini with a V8 since the Jalpa of the 1980s, reviving a legacy of high-performance police cars. Italy isn’t the only country using Lamborghinis for such roles; Dubai’s police force added a 666hp Urus Performante to its fleet in 2024.
The Temerario’s hybrid powertrain and expanded storage options, including the front trunk for medical equipment, make it a practical tool for critical missions. The vehicle’s debut reinforces Lamborghini’s commitment to providing tailored solutions for law enforcement needs.