Lamborghini stands out from other performance supercars with its sharp, angular design language, which hasn’t changed much over the years. The Italian manufacturer matches the unique look with exceptional performance and handling in every creation. Now, their 20th anniversary supercar treads down the same lane, giving us a glimpse of what the Italian brand’s future will be.
Revealed over the weekend to celebrate two decades of their in-house design venture, Centro Stile, the concept car turned heads. Called the Manifesto, the supercar is a reflection of the “potential future of our unique design DNA,” as informed by the company’s design director, Mitja Borkert. According to him, the car is a styling exercise and a visionary sculpture that is not meant for production anytime soon.
Designer: Lamborghini / Mitja Borkert
Sticking close to the brand’s DNA, the Manifesto seems to have borrowed some elements from the limited production Fenomeno, launched a couple of months ago. There is a wedge-shaped body having sharp lines and dynamic form, along with the flowing silhouette that gets aggressive with every subtle crease. The headlights leading to the DRLs have a distinct Y-shaped motif, fusing into the nose that reminds me of the Revuelto and Aventador. This interpretation makes the Manifesto have that intimidating hunter eye stare. The lower front fascia has large carbon fiber intakes, signifying the performance car’s capability under the hood. The sides don’t have any of those intakes, making the performance car look ultra-muscular.
Lamborghini has experimented a bit with the panoramic windshield that is highlighted by the double-bubble glass, as it blends into the rear. There are huge diffusers and short rear fenders to expose the beefy rear tires, just like a Hot Wheels sports car. The rear is beefier than the front, and the 12 vents on the spine body panel hint at a V12 engine under the hood. The Y-shaped motif for the taillights too balances out the dark indentation along the width of the rear. The front section has the Lamborghini logo, while the rear has the brand’s name inscribed in the familiar font.
Manifesto has a very low-slung profile just like its elite performance supercars, with a ride height meant for race tracks, not the scarred road surfaces. The wheels are big and chunky as well, to lend maximum grip, and have superior traction while cornering at the chicanes. Those big diffusers at the rear help with the downforce to keep the supercar glued to the tarmac. The side profile reveals the absence of any doors and the absence of any wings for aerodynamic stability at high speeds, which further solidifies the fact that the Manifesto will never see the production lines. The best we can expect is to see hints of this design inspiration in a future model.
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