DecodedCarsLamborghini Murcielago
6 model years from 2005 to 2010, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2010
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 6.5L 12-cyl
- Best MPG
- 11–11 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns, all years
The 2010 Murcielago in brief
The 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is a two seaters offered with a 6.5L 12-cyl engine and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,649 lb (Lp650 2dr Coupe AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 11 MPG combined (9 city / 14 highway), 42% worse than the 2010 two seaters average of 19 MPG, for an estimated $7,450 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
The Lamborghini Murcielago has 6 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2010.
Its most efficient year was 2010 at 11 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 11 to 11 MPG.
2008 has the most recalls (2); all years together count 2 campaigns and 0 owner complaints.
How the 2005 Murcielago compares
The 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is a two seaters offered with a 6.2L 12-cyl engine and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,638 lb (2dr Convertible AWD).
2010 Murcielago pros & cons
Full 2010 details →What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 11 MPG combined, 42% below the 2010 two seaters average of 19 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Murcielago changes by model year
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 6 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.5L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 181.5 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 6.5L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 181.5 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | 6.5L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 181.5 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2007 | 6.5L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 181.5 in | 3,649 lb | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 6.2L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 180.3 in | 3,638 lb | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 6.2L 12-cyl | 11 MPG | 180.3 in | 3,638 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Alternatives to the 2010 Murcielago
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Bentley Continental Supersports | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2010 Aston Martin DBS | 14 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2010 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lamborghini. How we calculate this →