DecodedCars2012 Lamborghini Aventador
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2012 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- Lp700-4
- Engines
- 6.5L 12-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 188.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,472 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 37% below the 2012 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2012 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is a two seaters offered with a 6.5L 12-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 188 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 106-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,472 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 17 highway), 37% worse than the 2012 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lp700-4 | 188.2 in | 79.9 in | 44.9 in | 106.3 in | – | 3,472 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aventador Coupe | 6.5L 12-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 17 / 13 | -37% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2012 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Similar 2012 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2012 Aston Martin DBS | 14 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2012 Aston Martin Virage | 15 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
Recalls (3)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine · Jun 12, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V391000 · 1,700 vehicles
- Problem
- Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Lamborghini Aventador Coupe and Roadster vehicles. The engine may stall unexpectedly during certain driving conditions such as when the accelerator pedal is released below 2000 rpms while the transmission is automatically down shifting to a lower gear.
- Risk
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will install updated engine software, free of charge. The recall began August 3, 2018. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L73X-R.02.18.
Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 3, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V073000 · 1,453 vehicles
- Problem
- Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2012-2017 Aventador Coupe and Aventador Roadster vehicles. In certain driving conditions while the vehicle has a full gas tank, gasoline may contact the exhaust system.
- Risk
- Gasoline contact with an ignition source such as a hot exhaust system can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the fuel tank's evaporative emissions system, free of charge. The recall began February 2017. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276.
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Dec 4, 2012
NHTSA campaign 12V561000 · 144 vehicles
- Problem
- Lamborghini is recalling certain model year 2012 Aventador vehicles manufactured July 15, 2011, through April 20, 2012 for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles may have headlights that can be aimed horizontally but not vertically.
- Risk
- An incorrect headlamp aim could reduce the drivers visibility and possibly blind oncoming traffic. Either condition may increase the risk of crash.
- Fix
- Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will enable the vertical aiming and disable the horizontal aiming of the headlights, free of charge. Owners may contact Lamborghini at 1-866-681-6276.
Not every 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2012 Lamborghini Aventador buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Aventador years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Aventador | 11 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 Aventador | 10 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 Aventador | 11 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 Aventador | 11 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 Aventador | 12 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lamborghini. How we calculate this →