2012 Lamborghini Aventador
US · Two Seaters
The 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 6.5L 12-cylinder
- Transmission
- 7-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.5L 12-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 6.5 L | |
| Cylinders | 12 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 7 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 6, 2026.
18V391000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
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.
Remedy: 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…
Reported June 12, 2018. View on NHTSA
17V073000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
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.
Remedy: 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.
Reported February 3, 2017. View on NHTSA
12V561000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Lamborghini is recalling certain model year 2012 Aventador vehicles manufactured July 15, 2011, through April 20, 2012 for failing to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The affected vehicles may have headlights that can be aimed horizontally but not vertically.
Remedy: Lamborghini will notify owners, and dealers will enable the vertical aiming and disable the horizontal aiming of the headlights, free of charge. Owners may contact Lamborghini at 1-866-681-6276.
Reported December 4, 2012. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 2013 Lamborghini Aventador
Gasoline
6.5L 12-cylinder · AWD
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) to 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador have?
6.5L 12-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador?
Combined fuel economy is 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2012 Lamborghini Aventador?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 6, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.