# High-Speed Convertible Supercars The Huracán Performante Spyder Gives the Original a New Makeover By Justin Lam | Published 2018-03-06 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highspeed-convertible-supercars-the-huracn-performante-spyder-gives-the-ori References: [cnet](https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/lamborghini-huracan-performante-spyder-geneva-convertible/) & [topgear](https://www.topgear.com/car-news/geneva-motor-show/lamborghini-reveals-huracan-performante-spyder) [Lamborghini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huracan-tecnica) has finally turned an iconic car into a convertible with the release of the Huracán Performante Spyder. Shown at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show, this high-performance convertible builds off the iconic Huracán Spyder and features the same 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V10. Like its roofed counterpart, the Huracán Performante Spyder puts out 640 horsepower and 442 pound-feet of torque. The convertible also carries over the handling performance of the coupe, with a similar wing and ALA aerodynamics system. While a lot of attention was placed on the design and appearance of the Huracán Performante Spyder, the supercar is no slouch on the track. The car is capable of 0-62 mph in just 3.1 seconds and can double that speed in just 9.3 seconds. Part of this performance comes from the vehicle's hefty reliance on [carbon fiber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2027-bentley-continental-gt-supersports) and is even 77 pounds lighter than the standard Huracán Spyder. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.3/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **High-performance Convertibles:** The market for high-performance convertibles is growing, with a focus on maintaining the same level of power and handling as their roofed counterparts. - **Lightweight Supercars:** Supercar manufacturers are exploring new ways of making their vehicles even lighter, without compromising on power and speed. - **Advanced Aerodynamics in Sports Cars:** Sports car makers are increasingly using aerodynamics to improve handling and performance on the track. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Luxury Automotive:** Luxury automotive brands are continuously innovating and creating new models to cater to their wealthy clientele. - **High-end Sports Cars:** Sports car manufacturers are exploring new technology and design elements to make their cars faster, more efficient, and more accessible. - **Composite Materials Manufacturing:** The demand for lightweight and sturdy materials like carbon fiber and other composites is growing, leading to opportunities for manufacturing companies to innovate and develop new products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rear-Wheel Drive Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/huracan-tecnica.md) - [Hybrid Convertible Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artura-spider.md) - [Entry-Level V10-Equipped Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-huracn-tecnica.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md) - [Convertible Smart Roof Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo.md) - [Open-Top Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/venom-f5-roadster.md) - [Luxurious Glass Roof Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo-1.md) - [Ultra-Fast Hybrid Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fenomeno.md) - [Concept-Inspired Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lamborghini-huracan-sterrato.md)