2013 Lamborghini Gallardo Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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The Gallardo’s drive is coming to an end, but before it bows Lamborghini wants to give it one last shot of adrenaline—or at least some makeup to cover the wrinkles. Here it comes in the form of a slight aesthetic massage that adds more angles and trapezoids to front and back, as well as a round of fresh complaints from the peanut gallery.

Of course, anyone who complains about angles on a Lamborghini simply hasn’t been paying attention during the last few… eh… decades. The days of the Muira are 40 years gone, and nary of curve has been seen since. Perhaps as a result, most of the coverage of this update has glossed over the best part: new 19-inch aluminum wheels in matte black with polished spokes. It’s the most attractive change Lambo has made, with an appropriate nod to yesteryear.

For 2013 you get a choice, as this styling “update” gets applied only to all-wheel-drive (AWD) Gallardos—rear-wheel-drive (RWD) versions stay the same as last year, strangely. The drivetrain stays the same as well, with a direct-injected, 5.2-liter, mid-mounted V10 offering between 550 and 570 hp, depending on application. The secret to that sauce can be found in the flood of numbers that follow each Gallardo trim: the LP 550-2 gets you 550 hp and RWD, while in the LP 570-4… you get the idea. But don’t forget the 397 lb-ft of torque that’s also on tap, available at 6,500 rpm as opposed to peak hp’s 8,000-rpm line. If you choose the 6-speed, 3-pedal manual (and you’d better grab it now, as the Gallardo’s replacement won’t offer one), you’ll see a return at the pump of 12 mpg city/20 highway, and if you go with the 6-speed automated manual, you’ll pick up 1 more mpg around town. Either way, you’ll get to 60 mph in around 3.5 seconds.

That means you’ve got 6 options for your particular flavor of Gallardo: RWD in coupe and convertible, AWD in same (with 560 hp) and the manic 570-hp versions titled the LP 570-4 Superleggera and LP 570-4 Spyder Performante.

For further flair, Lambo has made available a Style Package that will toss some gloss black paint on the underside of the front spoiler as well as the front and rear grilles and rear trim. Snazzy. And for those who go all-out in their supercars, the Superleggera and Spyder Performante are now available with the Edizione Tecnica option, which adds a fixed rear wing and carbon ceramic brakes, as well as some funky unique color options.

Lamborghini is betting these changes will be enough to incite some extra interest in its “Baby Bull” before the company finally puts it out to pasture, but perhaps it's waving the wrong color cape? Methinks a bit of purposeful propaganda centering around the dwindling opportunity to operate your own clutch pedal might make for healthier headlines. But then, maybe no one cares anymore. Regardless, the Gallardo is almost gone. Time to pony up or watch the opportunity scream past.

Michael Perkins
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
A CarGurus contributor since 2008, Michael started his career writing about cars with the SCCA - winning awards during his time as editor of Top End magazine. Since then, his journalistic travels have taken him from NY to Boston to CA, completing a cross-country tour on a restored vintage Suzuki. While his preference is for fine German automobiles - and the extra leg room they so often afford - his first automobile memories center around impromptu Mustang vs. Corvette races down the local highway, in the backseat of his father's latest acquisition.

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by Aaron L
Mar 10, 2014
The Gallardo is a great car and really fun to drive. If you have any driving experience then it is easy to feel what the car is doing and understand the feedback its giving you. It's very stable through the corners and has great acceleration. Of course it's a Lamborghini so the craftsmanship and attention to detail are second to none. This car has to be driven on a trackto be truly aappreciated.Mar 10, 2014

2013 Lamborghini Gallardo Pricing

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$181,900 to $248,800
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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 4

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Floor Material: carpet

Convenience Features

Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power windows: lockout button · Storage: door pockets

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: suede

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: front

Engine

Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 4

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: storage organizer · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: electronically controlled · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: self-leveling

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: soft top

Safety

Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch · Front side airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: front

Engine

Oil cooler: auxiliary

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: body-color

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power folding

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 4

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler color: black · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: deactivation switch

Audio System

Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 4

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 14.4 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 14.0 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front

Convenience Features

Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.08 · Limited slip differential: rear

Exterior Features

Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: black · Rear spoiler color: black · Stripes: hood · Window trim: black

Headrests

Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Infotainment screen size: 7 in.

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 2

Roof

Convertible rear window: glass · Convertible roof: power

Seatbelts

Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: double wishbone · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: variable intermittent

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