2017 Lamborghini Aventador

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.

Lamborghini Aventador
Pictured: Lamborghini Aventador S (44554). Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Two Seaters
Body styles
Coupe, 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 2017 two seaters average of 20.3 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2017 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 (Coupe).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 18 highway), 36% worse than the 2017 two seaters average of 20.3 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 2017

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 Aventador — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 Aventador →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Coupe188.2 in79.9 in44.9 in106.3 in67.7 / 66.9 in3,472 lb43/57
Roadster188.2 in79.9 in44.9 in106.3 in67.7 / 66.9 in3,583 lb43/57

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
Aventador Coupe6.5L 12-cylAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive11 / 18 / 13-36%$6,300676
Aventador Roadster6.5L 12-cylAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive10 / 18 / 13-36%$6,300698
Aventador Roadster LP740-46.5L 12-cylAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive10 / 16 / 12-41%$6,850746
Aventador Coupe LP740-46.5L 12-cylAutomatic (AM-S7)All-Wheel Drive10 / 16 / 12-41%$6,850746
1/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
1/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $19,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.3 MPG2017 Two Seaters average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Lamborghini Aventador.

Similar 2017 two seaterss

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2017 Lamborghini Aventador (this car)13 MPGNot rated3
2017 Ferrari LaFerrari13 MPGNot rated2
2017 Aston Martin Vanquish16 MPGNot rated0
2017 Ferrari F12 tdf13 MPGNot rated2
2017 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta13 MPGNot rated3
2017 Aston Martin DB1117 MPGNot rated3
2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso13 MPGNot rated2

Recalls (3)

Engine · Oct 2, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V696000 · 441 vehicles

Problem
Automobili Lamborghini (Lamborghini) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Aventador S Coupè and Aventador S Roadster vehicles. The engine management software may allow the engine to stall when coasting to a stop.
Risk
An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will update the engine software, free of charge. The recall began January 22, 2020. Owners may contact Lamborghini customer service at 1-866-681-6276. Lamborghini's number for this recall is L73XR0219.
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.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2017 Lamborghini Aventador is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2017 Lamborghini Aventador in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2017 Lamborghini Aventador buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Lamborghini Aventador. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Aventador years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2022 Aventador11188.2 inNot rated00
2021 Aventador10188.2 inNot rated20
2020 Aventador11188.2 inNot rated30
2019 Aventador11188.2 inNot rated20
2018 Aventador12188.2 inNot rated31
2016 Aventador13188.2 inNot rated30
2015 Aventador13188.2 inNot rated30
2014 Aventador13188.2 inNot rated21
2013 Aventador13188.2 inNot rated20
2012 Aventador13188.2 inNot rated30

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