Geneva 2010: Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera

02 March 2010

The Lambrighini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera is a lighter, harder and more powerful version of the Italian manufacturer's baby supercar.

But, with a 562bhp 5.2-litre V10 engine and a top speed of 202mph, the LP570-4 is anything but a baby.

Gallery: the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera

The styling is even more aggressive than normal with matt black air intakes, a more angular front bumper and a tall rear wing.

The Superleggera � Italian for super light � weighs 40kg less than the standard car at 1,340kg.

Much of the weight has been slashed by use of carbonfibre, particularly on the inside. The side and rear windows are now made from polycarbonate rather than glass, whilst the wheel bolts are titanium.

The lower weight and beefed-up suspension are said to improve the Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera's handling. A six-speed E-gear semi-automatic gearbox is standard, while traditionalists may want to opt for the no-cost manual transmission.

Unlike the Gallardo Balboni, the Superleggera remains four-wheel drive.

If you'd like to park one on your driveway, sales start in the Spring at around £180,000.