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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo Quality Review

July 28, 2008

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Audi-level fit and finish
Car and Driver

Leg and shoulder room are generous
Motor Authority

Paddle shifters can be “too short to reach
Edmunds

Cramped and difficult to enter and exit, the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo nonetheless has a high-quality cabin and makes all the right noises.

Supercars are usually tightly confined and meager on storage space, and the Gallardo is no different, Car and Driver observes. The LP560-4’s “freshened interior is a decent step up in terms of refinement, with classier secondary switchgear and Audi-level fit and finish,” they report. However, “the Lambo still suffers from horrendous rearward vision, windshield glare, and a paucity of interior storage space, although there is a nice shelf behind the seats that can fit a purse or gym bag. But it now even comes with a cup holder.”

“The seats are set extremely low,” Motor Authority reports, “but leg and shoulder room are generous for both driver and passenger.” Operating the controls is mostly easy, since the cockpit’s so narrow—but changing gears with the paddle shifters can be an issue. “Up and down gearchanges with any appreciable steering input are hampered by the shift paddles,” Edmunds says. The problem? They’re “fixed to the steering column and too short to reach."

Interior quality is high—distractingly so, to some. “Hugging the outside wall of the banking at Las Vegas Motor Speedway at about 130 miles per hour, we had a thought: 'This dash-top stitching looks perfect,'" Car and Driver recalls.

The Gallardo’s also “loud. Deliciously loud. As loud as legally possible,” Car and Driver concludes. “And thus, perfect.”

Conclusion

Tight, cramped, and with few concessions to comfort, the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is nonetheless just about perfect.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Audi-level fit and finishCar and DriverLeg and shoulder room are generousMotor AuthorityPaddle shifters can be “too short to reachEdmunds Cramped and difficult to enter and exit, the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo nonetheless has a high-quality cabin and makes all the right noises. Supercars are usually tightly confined and meager on storage space, and the Gallardo is no different, Car and Driver observes. The LP560-4’s “freshened interior is a decent step up in terms of refinement, with classier secondary switchgear and Audi-level fit and finish,” they report. However, “the Lambo still suffers from horrendous rearward vision, windshield glare, and a paucity of interior storage space, although there is a nice shelf behind the seats that can fit a purse or gym bag. But it now even comes with a cup holder.” “The seats are set extremely low,” Motor Authority reports, “but leg and shoulder room are generous for both driver and passenger.” Operating the controls is mostly easy, since the cockpit’s so narrow—but changing gears with the paddle shifters can be an issue. “Up and down gearchanges with any appreciable steering input are hampered by the shift paddles,” Edmunds says. The problem? They’re “fixed to the steering column and too short to reach." Interior quality is high—distractingly so, to some. “Hugging the outside wall of the banking at Las Vegas Motor Speedway at about 130 miles per hour, we had a thought: 'This dash-top stitching looks perfect,'" Car and Driver recalls. The Gallardo’s also “loud. Deliciously loud. As loud as legally possible,” Car and Driver concludes. “And thus, perfect.” ConclusionTight, cramped, and with few concessions to comfort, the 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is nonetheless just about perfect.  2009 LAMBORGHINI GALLARDO LP560-4 STYLING | [9 out of 10] Car and Driver: “More aggressive and more elegant” Popular Mechanics: “Sexier than ever” Motor Trend: “Truly worthy” Motor Authority: “More in line with the Murcielago” The 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 gives auto ...

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Other Choices:

Direct competitors for the Lamborghini Gallardo are tough to find; that other Italian brand’s cars start at much higher prices. Among the less expensive vehicles in the supercar class, the Aston Martin’s V8 Vantage has supercharged V-8 surge, classic British detailing, and a sumptuous interior for two. The Bentley Continental GT has similar qualities, plus two usable rear seats and, like the Lambo, four-wheel drive. The Porsche 911 Turbo has four-wheel drive, shockingly fast acceleration, and the option for top-down driving in Cabriolet models.

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Comments (5 total)

  1. By  mode #1, Posted: 7/10/2008

    new cars

    the new cars

  2. By Andrew Clemons #2, Posted: 8/29/2008

    How much do it call

    because i want one that is in 2010

  3. By jacob bennett #3, Posted: 9/29/2008

    give me one for free please?

    but not a green one cause thats just outright ugly

  4. By Biodun #4, Posted: 12/10/2008

    buy

    i love the car

  5. By JOOL #5, Posted: 3/5/2009

    HOw much?

    how much for a beauty like this?

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