Geneva Auto Show 2014: Lamborghini Huracán Debut

DonCorson · 2014-03-08T07:27:19Z

Explore DonCorson's 2014 Geneva Auto Show report, featuring the Lamborghini Huracán, McLaren P1, and new Smart car. Get expert design analysis and community reactions.

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DonCorson's report from the 2014 Geneva Auto Show offers a first look at the highly anticipated Lamborghini Huracán, providing a critical design comparison to its predecessor, the Gallardo, and its larger sibling, the Aventador. His detailed observations highlight the challenges of evolving iconic designs while retaining distinct brand identity. This article captures the initial reactions to a significant new model launch in the luxury automotive world.

There was much to see at the Geneva Auto Salon 2014. Many new models, let's start with the probably most awaited, the Lamborghini Huracán.

The Lamborghini Huracán replaces the Gallardo in the Lamborghini model lineup. Seen by itself it is a very successful design, I like it. Unfortunately seen next to an Aventador it looks like the little brother that was washed at too high a temperature. It is so similar in its lines that Huracán doesn't have a personality of its own. The Gallardo appeared much smaller but more high strung. The Gallardo was like a cocked bow from its lines, full of energy, ready to pop. The Aventador is muscular, but without the "cocked bow" energy ready to pop. And so is the Huracán too. I am sure it will be a big success, but it is a little too much just the little brother, without bringing any design features to differentiate itself, for my taste. The water was too hot, but not hot enough to make a high strung smaller car out of it.

Heated discussion over an Aventadur

Huracán and, following, the Aventador from a similar angle.

McLaren P1

Inside a McLaren

Bugatti, they must be selling well, small stand without much to-do. This chocolate carbon fiber coat is gorgeous.

Koenigsegg One:1

Pagani, the beauty of carbon fiber.

The Aventador is popular with the tuning/customising companies.

If you've see one Bently you have seen them all, but it does work surprisingly well as a convertable.

Maserati

It took me a while to realise what this Alfieri concept car reminded me of. Yes, it is a Panamera brushed à la Maserati, especially the back portions have a strong resemblance. That said it is a very good looking car (if they would leave off the ridiculous blue wiring on the wheels).

Ferrari

Baroque faces that don't talk to me at all.

But finally, with this new California they are finally finding their way back to a reasonable look. No more rolling fat around the cars. The grill has no sagging lips. If Ferrari can keep going in this direction for a couple of more new model generations then they may really see the day when I say, what a good looking car!

Note where they copied the rear end from 3 pictures further down.

I love this 4C. Everything is just right. And here in a roadster version it just got even better. (Unfortunately I have heard that the driving experience is not up to the looks of the car. Let's hope they are able to up their ante here too)

Austin Martin

Lots of room for 12 cylinders under that hood.

Better than racing strips. I think this look with the yellow accents is great.

This Jaguar F-Type is another recent model that works for me. The coupe which is new this year is even better looking IMHO that the roadster.

(Before I could consider buying one they would have to change the color of those brake calipers, however. Such a jarring incongruity on an otherwise very well balanced car. Even red would work to go with the Jaguar logo, but yellow?, no. On the roadster above we can see that they are capable.)

That was part one of the Geneva Auto Salon report.
More coming soon.
Don

Be sure and see the other parts of this report from the 2014 Auto Salon in Geneva

Part 1
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Part 2
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Part 3 - Le Mans
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This message has been edited by DonCorson on 2014-03-10 10:01:15

Key Points from the Discussion

The Lamborghini Huracán's design, while successful on its own, appears too similar to the Aventador, lacking a unique personality compared to the more 'high-strung' Gallardo.
The new Smart car, potentially a rebadged Renault Twingo, features a 900cc turbo 3-cylinder with RWD, with hopes for a higher-performance RS version.
There is a debate on the excessive use of carbon fiber on Pagani models and the improved look of the Alfa Romeo 4C's lights.
The report includes images of the new Smart 4-seater, prompting discussion about its origins and specifications.

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Ares501 - Mr Green

Mar 8, 2014

better not to demand more pictures Amazing shots of amazing beasts Thank you D

bimbeano

Mar 8, 2014

... Twingo ??? :-) IMO way too much carbon on those Pagani's ... i don't know what to think about that new Lambo, i'll probably have to see it in the flesh before i can give an opinion ... . And the light on the 4C look much better now, any idea if these are going to be part of the coupé too ? Thanks for the pics Don, much appreciated. Bim

DonCorson

Mar 8, 2014

The new Smart 4 seater ?

bimbeano

Mar 8, 2014

... is it actually a Smart or a Renault ??? I like the idea of a 900cc turbo 3-cilinder in the back with RWD ... hopefully there will be a RS-version with at least 130-140 hp :-) ... and less than 900 kilo ... . :-) Will check the Smart website now :-) Bim

bimbeano

Mar 8, 2014

... the Smart will actually be a 'rebadged' Twingo .... a bit like the GT86 is a rebadged Subaru :-) ... i had my doubts about Daimler having to develop a RWD rear engined minicar :-) ... Anyway, they call it a cooperation, Toyota and Daimler have the money and Renault and Subaru know how to make fun cars ... i can only hope that Daimler helps Renault in keeping it reliable :-) ... . Can't wait to testdrive it ... 90 hp will be a bit too slow even if the weight stays under 850 kilos ... just hop

patrick_y

Mar 10, 2014

And McLaren. I really enjoyed your commentary about the Hurracan being the "little brother of the Aventador washed at too high of a temperature." I agree with you, the Hurracan is probably a great car on its own. But when you put it side-by-side to the Aventador, it's styling is noticeably less impressive and much more muted.

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