Chris Harris vs the Lamborghini Sián: an 807bhp, 217mph, V12 hybrid | Top Gear: Series 30

In this teaser from the upcoming series of Top Gear, Chris Harris gets behind the wheel of the Sián - Lamborghini’s first foray into hybridity. But this isn’t a petrol-sipping eco-mobile - “no $£*!, Sherlock“ we hear you cry - no, it stars Lambo’s famous V12 and doesn’t even have a traditional hybrid battery. The hybrid system, instead, is powered by a super-capacitor - lighter and faster discharging than a lithium-ion battery - and is largely used to torque-fill through gear changes. Sound intriguing? Let’s see what Chris makes of this new handful from the raging bull... Want to see the full review? Tune in to new Top Gear this Sunday 8pm on BBC One. Subscribe to Top Gear for more videos:
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