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The Drive
5 days ago
- Automotive
- The Drive
2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Review: The Unapologetically Silly Super SUV
The latest car news, reviews, and features. One of my favorite perks of this job is showing off the fancy cars I occasionally get to friends and family. The first time I sat in the 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE, I couldn't figure out how to shift into drive for three minutes. And so began a fun game to play with all of my passengers: How the hell do you turn this thing on? See, just below the secondary touchscreen for climate control in the Urus are three handles. There's one on the left labeled 'Anima' that scrolls through the Italian words for street, track, snow, and so on; one on the right that controls how deeply the plug-in hybrid super SUV taps its battery pack; and a big one in the middle with a tiny 'R' label on the very top. Miss this label—as I and most of my passengers tended to—and chances are that you'll assume that the big one puts you into drive. Alright, so clearly, it isn't that handle. The others affect drive modes, and they won't get the car moving, either. It turns out our answer lies in the upshift paddle behind the steering wheel, keeping in tradition with the Huracán and Revuelto. Isn't that something? Three levers ahead of the center console, and none of them move the car forward. I asked on Instagram, 'How do you start this car? Wrong answers only,' and this was my favorite reply: 'You have to charge the Anima Engine by attacking until you reach Neve level. Then you can put it into Drive.' Adam Ismail It's moments like these that define the Urus experience, weirdly. At its core, this is the most powerful version of a vehicle that is also available in Audi and Porsche flavors, for six figures less. And even as that familiar shield with a golden bull stares back at you, there's nothing about this Urus that feels especially Lamborghini-ish until you encounter one of its confounding user interface oddities, or you force it out of EV-only mode and that diabolical V8 bursts into life. The façade of fuel-sipping docility fades away, and sheer comedy takes its rightful place. Believe it or not, the Urus has been with us for seven years now. The arrival of the SE marks the most comprehensive refresh yet in the model's history. Front and center is the same 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 making 611 horsepower, but it's now boosted by an electric motor feeding off a 25.9-kWh battery contributing a further 178 hp. All told, that's 789 hp and an even 700 lb-ft of torque pushing all four wheels through a central torque vectoring system and electronic limited-slip differential on the rear axle. Leave it in EV mode, as it defaults to upon startup, and it'll travel 37 miles on a full battery at speeds up to 80 mph. Adam Ismail Outside, Lambo's SUV has become a bit softer on the eyes, with streamlined headlights, a hood shut line that now naturally runs to the top of the grille without any weird crinkles, and a rearranging of some elements and graphics on the tailgate. A neighbor of mine called it a 'beautiful vehicle' in its Verde Gea matte finish, and I reluctantly agreed because, what else are you supposed to say when someone compliments your Lamborghini? That it's 'a bit much?' This facelift certainly makes for a better-looking Urus, but this was always a beefy, angular hunk of metal, and a few nips and tucks here and there can't do much to change that. The adjustments in the cabin are equally minor, and stand out only if you know where to look. Before the SE, the Urus' center console was one, sloping slab that incorporated two touchscreens, with the lower one reserved for HVAC controls. Now, the top display is wider and more upright, divided from the lower panel by a shelf of leather and little toggles that stick out overhead. The Urus SE starts at $262,630, but the example seen here costs $344,966, and that's never harder to grasp than when surveying the interior. Yes, there's leather, carbon fiber, and Alcantara almost everywhere you look. But there's also black plastic on top of gray plastic, replete with frivolous ridges and hexagons accentuating what is, in many cases, standard Audi switchgear. The $141,000 BMW X5 M Competition I drove last year had seats that articulated in more ways than my spine could ever bend, an inferno spiraling behind its speaker grilles, and heated armrests inside an airy, elegant cabin. The Urus' interior is a dark and very serious bunker. And I know this will sound petty, but Lamborghini is too important and expensive a brand to use Google's free Roboto font across its whole user interface. I won't say that I exactly forgot about all those things when I found a decent road to stretch the Urus SE's legs on, but almost 800 hp and the instant torque of an electric motor do have a way of making other concerns fade into the background. With a top speed of 190 mph and the 62-mph dash dispensed in 3.4 seconds, the Urus SE is an excessive vehicle. It can be comfortable and relatively ordinary in Strada mode, and downright bassy, crackly, and jarringly stiff in Corsa. Sport presents a good compromise, then, and was the mode I had engaged during most of my driving. No matter which you choose, the steering tends to stay on the suspiciously light and numb side, slightly at odds with the Urus SE's 5,500-pound curb weight. That's actually some 700 pounds heavier than the Performante model without the hybrid powertrain that we tested last year. Adam Ismail The active suspension and sophisticated all-wheel-drive system placing all that power keep the Urus SE playful, yet predictable. Left to my own devices on an empty gravel lot, switched to the appropriate Terra mode, I'd even expect it to be agile for its size—if Lamborghini allowed me the opportunity, that is. (This thing has no less than three off-road settings, but they still don't let you take loaners like these off the black.) The 'for its size' part kind of gives away the whole game, though. It still feels like a massive SUV, maybe the most massive, with power and grip in equal measure, and a stunning normalcy when you're not intent on driving it like its badge would suggest. The latest car news, reviews, and features. But the Urus SE isn't the only player in this town. Audi's is called the RSQ8; Porsche's is the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid. Those can be had for $100,000 less. And then, if you're in the market for one of these, there's also the Aston Martin DBX to consider, the Ferrari Purosangue, and whatever McLaren might cook up in the next couple of years. Adam Ismail What does the Urus have that those don't? It looks the most pissed off, and has the most confounding start procedure with a dashboard aesthetic I'd describe as 'military-lite.' Those sound like put-downs, but honestly, damn near everyone I showed the car loved those qualities about it. There's a sense of occasion to flipping up that candy-red shroud, pressing the ignition button, flicking the paddle into drive, and the repetitive 'chonk' noises as you pull those plastic levers to your desired drive mode and battery usage. It's silly, it's complicated, and that's the point. And now that it's a plug-in hybrid, you won't have to wake anyone up during that intricate ritual, unless you really feel like it. 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Specs Base Price (as tested) $262,630 ($344,996) Powertrain 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 with electric motor | 8-speed automatic | all-wheel drive | 25.9-kWh battery Horsepower 789 @ 6,000 rpm Torque 700 lb-ft @ 2,250-4,500 rpm Seating Capacity 5 Curb Weight 5,520 pounds 0-62 mph 3.4 seconds Top Speed 193 mph EPA Fuel Economy 48 mpge | 20 mpg (gas only) Score 7.5/10 The Urus SE's potent plug-in hybrid powertrain now makes it even more versatile than before, though the explosive performance—and gimmicky, love-it-or-hate-it interior—are still definitely here. Adam Ismail
Mint
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Mint
Mumbai Indians star Rohit Sharma gifts Lamborghini SUV to stunned cricket fantasy winner amidst IPL 2025
One lucky cricket fan had the biggest surprise of his life after Mumbai Indians legendary batsman Rohit Sharma gifted him his personal Lamborghini Urus SUV. The lucky fan is a contest winner of the fantasy cricket platform Dream 11. The MI veteran personally gifted the sports luxury SUV, which apparently costs north of ₹ 4 crore, and the video has since gone viral. Watch here: Prior to the start of the Indian Premier League season 2025, Dream 11 ran a promotion ad campaign with many cricketers, including Sharma. In one of those campaigns, 'Hitman', as Sharma is fondly known, promised his Lamborghini Urus SUV to one of the lucky winners of the cricket fantasty platform. And the MI veteran kept his promise as he gave the keys to the swanky blue SUV to the stunned winner. The SUV has a special number plate with the digita '264'. The numbers denote his highest ODI score, which he hit against Sri Lanka in 2013, and is also the highest individual ODI score till date. The 38-year-old has not had the greatest of IPL campaigns from a personal point of view as he has been below his usual best. In 11 innings in IPL 2025, Sharma has scored 300 runs at an average of 30 and a strike rate of 152.28. However, MI have pulled strongly towards the business end of the league stage and currently sit fourth in the table with 14 points from 12 matches. The five-time champions are well set to earn a playoff spot but they will have to beat fellow contender Delhi Capitals, who sit just a place below them in the standings with one lesser point from 12 matches. MI face DC at the Wankhede Stadium on May 21, Wednesday, at 7:30 pm, in what will be a virtual quarterfinal. Stay updated on all the action from the IPL 2025. Check the IPL 2025 Schedule, track the latest IPL 2025 Points Table, and follow the top performers with the Orange Cap and Purple Cap.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kai Cenat vs. IShowSpeed net worth: Who's the richer streamer in 2025?
Being a streamer in 2025 has its perks as they are no less famous than Hollywood actors these days. Streamers with massive followings often have a huge income from product endorsement, and are always buzzing with hype on social media. Moreover, their life and lies have also become a major point of discussion for netizens across the globe. Two such streamers are Kai Cenat and IShowSpeed, whose net worths we are about to take a look at. Kai Cenat is a Twitch streamer, and he is no stranger to fame and money. He is the owner of one of the most luxurious cars in the world, including a Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes-AMG GT 63. According to Kai Cenat's net worth is estimated to be around $14 million. His primary revenue sources are brand endorsements, sponsorships, and the most important of all: Twitch subscription. Cenat has managed to stream with popular stars like Nicki Minaj and Kevin Hart, which is just an example of how demanding the world of streaming is for the world of Hollywood. IShowSpeed is one of the most entertaining streamers on online platforms. His estimated net worth, according to CelebrityNetWorth, is $10 million. He is currently one of the richest streamers online, and his revenue sources include YouTube ads, donations, subscriptions, and multiple brand deals. If we go by CelebrityNetWorth's statistics, Kai Cenat is far richer than IShowSpeed in terms of the estimated net worth. However, in terms of popularity, IShowSpeed is not far behind. Moreover, the statistics may not be completely accurate, and could vary by source. ALSO READ | Who is Nelson Sardelli, Mariska Hargitay's biological father? 3 interesting facts about the dad-daughter duo If the top-10 streamers of the world are listed, both the online stars feature in them in various capacities, but it looks like Kai Cenat has a slight edge over IShowSpeed in this aspect.
NDTV
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Watch: Rohit Sharma Gifts His Iconic Lamborghini Urus To Fantasy Cricket Winner
Mumbai Indians star batter Rohit Sharma made a fan's day by gifting him his iconic blue Lamborghini Urus on Monday. The stylish luxury car has been associated with Rohit since a long time now, especially because of the number 264. This number a tribute to his world-record 264-run innings in ODIs. The 38-year-old batter has often been seen moving in the city in his blue Lambo. The lucky fan, who received the memorable gift from Rohit, was one of the fantasy cricket contest winners. Ahead of IPL 2025, many cricketers, including Rohit, appeared in the advertisement of Dream11 app. In that ad, Rohit had jokingly stated that he will be giving away his Lamborghini Urus to one of the lucky winners. In a video going viral on social media, Rohit was seen handing over the car keys to the fan, with the luxurious SUV placed in the background. Talking about it's market value, the Lamborghini Urus costs around Rs 4 crore in India. — R (@264__ro) May 19, 2025 Rohit called time on his Test career after an illustrious career spanning 67 games, which saw him score 4,301 runs including 12 centuries and 18 half-tons. Apart from him, star batter Virat Kohli also announced his retirement from Test cricket, ahead of the upcoming five-Test series between India and England. Talking about Mumbai Indians, the five-time champions have to indulge in a heated battle against Delhi Capitals for the remaining one playoffs spot. Currently, MI have played 12 matches and won seven of them, securing a total of 14 points. DC, on the other hand, have won six out of 12 games and got 12 points. Both the teams will be facing each other on Wednesday and if MI beat DC, they will qualify for the playoffs. However, if DC beat MI, then both of them have to depend on their respective last match, which is against Punjab Kings. So far, Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and Punjab Kings have qualified for the playoffs and only spot is up for the grabs.
News18
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Watch: Rohit Sharma Hands Over His Lamborghini Urus To Dream11 Contest Winner
Last Updated: The Lamborghini Urus is being sold in the Indian market under the price bracket of Rs 4.18 to 4.22 cr (ex-showroom). The performance-oriented model is available in 2 variants only. The Indian cricketer, Rohit Sharma, often catches headlines on the field, and a big credit goes to his passion for the game. But this time, the captain of the Indian cricket team is in the news not for his batting skills but for giving away his Lamborghini Urus worth Rs 4.18 cr. Yes, you read it right! The talented cricketer has given away is super luxury set of wheels to one of the contest winners of a fantasy sports platform called Dream11. Sharma, who has been spotted many times roaming in his swanky blue coloured Urus, was seen handing over the car keys to the lucky contest winner in a viral video. — R✨ (@264__ro) May 19, 2025 In the video, Sharma can be seen standing in front of his blue coloured Lambo, holding big dummy key. As the clip moves further, the lucky winner, who was seems like accompanied by his father, approaches him to pose with the key with him. In case you are not aware, Sharma has promised to give away his favourite car during the Dream11 ad campaign. Initially, fans were not sure if the same car that belonged to Sharma would be given to the winner or not. However, the recent visuals have confirmed that Sharma kept his word as the car was seen flaunting the same registration number. The Urus SE, a hybrid version offers slight a better output, churning out total 789 bhp and 950 Nm of torque. First Published: May 20, 2025, 12:41 IST
