Dubai police add 677 kW Lamborghini that reaches 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds
Dubai police have expanded their famous supercar collection with a Lamborghini Temerario. Combining three electric motors with a twin-turbocharged V8, the hybrid develops 677 kW and accelerates to 100 km/h in just 2.7 seconds. The police, however, place greater importance on engaging with tourists and attracting public attention than on chasing criminals.
A supercar in police livery
Dubai police unveiled their new patrol car on 14 October in collaboration with the local Lamborghini dealership. The Temerario joins the luxury car unit, which operates mainly in popular tourist areas and crowded locations. According to Dubai police representatives, the exclusive cars help make officers more visible and approachable to visitors. The Lamborghini therefore serves more of a public-facing and public relations role than that of a conventional patrol car.
A four-litre V8 and three electric motors
The Temerario's powertrain combines a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine with three electric motors. The combustion engine develops 588 kW, while total hybrid system output reaches 677 kW.
Equipped with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and all-wheel drive, the supercar reaches 100 km/h in 2.7 seconds and has a top speed of 343 km/h.
Compared with the naturally aspirated V10 in its predecessor, the Huracán, the Temerario offers a considerably more complex powertrain. The electric motors improve acceleration and allow traction to be distributed more precisely, but the hybrid system adds weight.
Lamborghini's official performance figures confirm that Dubai police's new car is among the world's fastest production sports cars.
Publicity value outweighs practicality
Compared with European police cars, a 677 kW Lamborghini certainly seems absurdly excessive. In Dubai's case, however, it is a deliberate marketing choice. A cramped two-seat supercar cannot replace a conventional patrol vehicle, and its small luggage compartment and low ground clearance limit everyday use.
The Temerario's real job is not to set speed records on Dubai's streets, but to attract attention. In that respect, it is hard to imagine a more effective police car.
