Lamborghini has confirmed the development of its next-generation GT3 race car, the Temerario GT3, set for its competitive debut in 2026. This announcement, made at the brand's end-of-season World Finals event in Jerez, marks the end of an era for the Italian supercar manufacturer, as the Temerario will replace the highly successful Huracán GT3 platform.
The Huracán GT3, introduced in 2015 and subsequently updated twice with Evo packages, has enjoyed a decade of unparalleled success on the global motorsport stage. Its impressive track record includes class victories at prestigious endurance races such as the Rolex 24 at Daytona, the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, and the Motul Petit Le Mans. Furthermore, the Huracán GT3 has secured numerous championship titles. Paul Miller Racing achieved a clean sweep of GTD drivers', teams', and manufacturers' titles in the 2018 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, while GRT Grasser Racing and Orange 1 FFF Racing Team celebrated championship wins in the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe powered by AWS. Most recently, Mirko Bortolotti secured Lamborghini's first DTM drivers' championship title with SSR Performance.
Lamborghini's acting motorsport boss, Rouven Mohr, revealed the Temerario's name and provided a teaser image during the Jerez event. He also confirmed that rigorous track testing is scheduled to commence in the early months of 2025. While specific technical details remain undisclosed at this stage, the Temerario's road car counterpart is known to utilise a 4.0-litre, twin-turbocharged V8 engine incorporating hybrid technology. This reflects Lamborghini's broader transition towards an all-electrified vehicle portfolio. However, to comply with GT3 regulations, the hybrid components will be removed, mirroring a similar approach adopted by manufacturers such as Ferrari with their 296 GT3 and Acura/Honda with their NSX GT3.
The Temerario faces the considerable challenge of succeeding one of the most dominant GT3 cars of the past decade. The immense pressure to maintain, and ideally surpass, the Huracán GT3's legacy will undoubtedly be a key focus for Lamborghini's engineering team.
The 2026 season promises a highly competitive landscape in the GT3 category. Several manufacturers are poised to introduce new or updated models, including Lexus and Mercedes-AMG. Ferrari has also announced plans to launch an Evo package for its 296 GT3 in 2026. The Temerario's performance and its ability to compete against this formidable field will be a key storyline to follow in the coming years. The anticipation surrounding Lamborghini's new challenger is high, with motorsport enthusiasts eagerly awaiting further details and the eventual unveiling of the complete car.
