"Chief executive Stephan Winkelmann said demand for battery-powered supercars among the brand's wealthy clientele was "close to zero", warning that continued investment in EV development risked becoming "an expensive hobby". The Lanzador, unveiled as an all-electric concept in 2023, was expected to form Lamborghini's fourth EV project. Instead, it will now be replaced by a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), meaning the company's entire range will be hybrid by 2030."
"Winkelmann said Lamborghini would continue producing internal combustion engines "for as long as possible", arguing that customers value the "emotional experience" of the brand's cars - from design and performance to the distinctive engine sound. "EVs, in their current form, struggle to deliver this emotional connection," he said. Lamborghini, owned by Audi and part of the Volkswagen Group, delivered a record 10,747 vehicles in 2025, marking its second consecutive year above 10,000 units."
Lamborghini has abandoned the all-electric Lanzador and replaced it with a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), committing to a fully hybrid range by 2030. Chief executive Stephan Winkelmann said demand for battery-powered supercars among the brand's wealthy clientele is negligible and warned that further EV investment could become an expensive hobby. The company will continue producing internal combustion engines while expanding its PHEV lineup. The Lanzador cancellation followed more than a year of discussions with dealers and customers. Lamborghini delivered a record 10,747 vehicles in 2025, with the Urus SUV accounting for about 60% of sales.
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