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The first V12 flagship after Lamborghini was purchased by Audi. The Murciélago was significantly more refined than it’s predessessors.
About the Murciélago
The Lamborghini Murciélago is one iteration of the long line of mid-engine v12 supercars from Lamborghini that started with the Miura.
The Murciélago was sold alongside its V10 little brother, the Lamborghini Gallardo.
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Model Information
| First Model Year | 2001 |
| Last Model Year | 2010 |
| Engine Type | V12 |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Layout | Mid-engine |
| Engine Orientation | Longitudinal |
| Body Style | Coupé, Convertible |
| Number of Doors | 2 |
| Number of Seats | 2 |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone, Double Shock/Spring |
| Steering Type | Rack and pinion |
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Murciélago Trivia
MurciélagoPolice Car
The Metropolitan Police were lent a Murciélago by Lamborghini London which was made to look like a police car. Learn more about police departments that use Lamborghinis as police cars.
The Lamborghini Murciélago in Media
Lamborghini Murciélago in Movies
Batman Begins
Bruce Wayne’s car in Batman Begins is a Murciélago in Batman Begins.
The Dark Knight
Bruce Wayne sacrifices his Murciélago to save a man in The Dark Knight.
Learn more about Lamborghinis in the movies.
Lamborghini Murciélago in Video Games
Grand Theft Auto
The Pegassi Infernus in GTA is based on the Murciélago.
Learn about other Lamborghinis you can drive in various GTA games.