2010 Lamborghini Gallardo

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.

Lamborghini Gallardo
Pictured: Lamborghini Superleggera-20180708. Photo: JoachimKohler-HB, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Two Seaters
Body styles
2dr Coupe AWD, Spyder 2dr Conv AWD, Superleggera 2dr Coupe AWD
Engines
5.2L 10-cyl
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
16 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
Length
169.3 in
Curb weight
3,153–3,461 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 16% below the 2010 two seaters average of 19 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 3 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is a two seaters offered with a 5.2L 10-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 169 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 101-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,153 lb (2dr Coupe AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 16% worse than the 2010 two seaters average of 19 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.

There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.

What changed for 2010

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 Gallardo — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 Gallardo →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr Coupe AWD169.3 in74.8 in46.1 in100.8 in–3,153 lb
Spyder 2dr Conv AWD169.3 in74.8 in46.5 in100.8 in–3,461 lb
Superleggera 2dr Coupe AWD169.3 in74.8 in46.1 in100.8 in–3,153 lb

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Gallardo Coupe5.2L 10-cylAutomatic (AM6)All-Wheel Drive14 / 20 / 16-16%$5,150555
Gallardo Spyder5.2L 10-cylAutomatic (AM6)All-Wheel Drive13 / 20 / 16-16%$5,150555
Gallardo Coupe5.2L 10-cylManual 6-spdAll-Wheel Drive12 / 20 / 15-21%$5,500592
Gallardo Spyder5.2L 10-cylManual 6-spdAll-Wheel Drive12 / 20 / 14-26%$5,850635
Spend $13,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19 MPG2010 Two Seaters average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2010 two seaterss

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (this car)16 MPGNot rated0
2010 Ferrari 458 Italia14 MPGNot rated4
2010 Bentley Continental Supersports14 MPGNot rated0
2010 Aston Martin Vantage16 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Gallardo years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2014 Gallardo16169.3 inNot rated10
2013 Gallardo16169.3 inNot rated10
2012 Gallardo16169.3 inNot rated10
2011 Gallardo16169.3 inNot rated10
2009 Gallardo16169.3 inNot rated10
2008 Gallardo13169.3 inNot rated11
2007 Gallardo14169.3 inNot rated10
2006 Gallardo13169.3 inNot rated10
2005 Gallardo11169.3 inNot rated10

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lamborghini. How we calculate this →