DecodedCars2016 Lamborghini Aventador
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- Lp700-4 Coupe, Lp700-4 Roadster
- Engines
- 6.5L 12-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 18 hwy
- Length
- 188.2 in
- Curb weight
- 3,472–3,583 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, 36% below the 2016 two seaters average of 20.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 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 (Lp700-4 Coupe).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway), 36% worse than the 2016 two seaters average of 20.2 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.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Aventador — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Aventador →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lp700-4 Coupe | 188.2 in | 79.9 in | 44.9 in | 106.3 in | 67.7 / 66.9 in | 3,472 lb | 43/57 |
| Lp700-4 Roadster | 188.2 in | 79.9 in | 44.9 in | 106.3 in | 67.7 / 66.9 in | 3,583 lb | 43/57 |
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 (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 18 / 13 | -36% | $6,300 | 676 |
| Aventador Roadster | 6.5L 12-cyl | Automatic (AM-S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 10 / 17 / 12 | -41% | $6,850 | 727 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Lamborghini Aventador.
Similar 2016 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Lamborghini Aventador (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Aston Martin Vanquish | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Ferrari F12 | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Ferrari F12 tdf | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 Aston Martin DB9 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2016 Ferrari F60 America | 13 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (3)
Wheels · Jul 11, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V461000 · 8 vehicles
- Problem
- Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Lamborghini Aventador SV Coupe and Aventador SV Roadster vehicles. The bolts centering and supporting the brake discs to the wheel's hub may loosen over time. Continued driving with loose centering bolts may result in the wheel detaching.
- Risk
- A wheel detachment can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will replace the centering bolts with ones that have thread-locking fluid, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2018. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L73XR0318.
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.
Not every 2016 Lamborghini Aventador is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Lamborghini Aventador in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 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 2016 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 |
| 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 |
| 2012 Aventador | 13 | 188.2 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lamborghini. How we calculate this →