The 2026 Urus SE is Lamborghini’s answer to a question nobody expected to ask: what if a supercar wore an SUV’s body and plugged into your garage wall? Starting at $262,631, it’s a five-seat family hauler with 789 horsepower and a plug-in hybrid system that can cover 25–35 miles on electricity alone. At MotoPickers, we dug into every spec to tell you exactly what you’re getting for that price.
MotoPickers Rating
The Urus SE is genuinely impressive where it counts most to its buyers: straight-line performance and visual presence. The 789-horsepower plug-in hybrid system makes this one of the fastest SUVs you can buy, and the Ad Personam customization program means your $262,631 truck will look like nobody else’s on the road.
Where it falls short is harder to ignore at this price. Comfort and technology scores lag behind what you’d expect from a six-figure luxury SUV, and the fuel economy numbers are humbling when you’re not running on the electric motor. This is a vehicle built for people who want a Lamborghini first and an SUV second.
| Category | Score (out of 10) |
|---|---|
| Performance | 8.6 |
| Comfort | 5.5 |
| Technology | 5.3 |
| Value | 4.7 |
| Practicality | 6.3 |
What’s New / Updates Over Previous Version
The biggest shift for 2026 is the powertrain. The gas-only Urus S and Performante are no longer listed in the current 2026 lineup. The SE, built around a plug-in hybrid system, is now the entry point for the Urus family. That changes the ownership math considerably, so check the Fuel Economy section for what that means day-to-day.
Lamborghini is also adding an SE Performante later in 2026 as a higher-output PHEV variant. If you’re shopping now and want the most performance the Urus platform can offer, it’s worth knowing that a more powerful version is coming. The SE Performante’s specs aren’t finalized yet, so the Trim Guide below covers what’s confirmed and purchasable today.
Beyond the powertrain change, the 2026 SE carries the Urus’s established design and interior package. If you owned a previous Urus, the cabin will feel familiar.
Competitors
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid is the closest technical comparison, sharing a performance-focused plug-in hybrid setup but arriving at a lower price with a more polished everyday ride. The Aston Martin DBX707 matches the Urus on exclusivity and price while staying gas-only. The Bentley Bentayga Speed leans harder into luxury than outright speed. The BMW XM brings its own plug-in hybrid performance formula with a more driver-focused interior. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S undercuts the Urus on price significantly while still delivering strong acceleration.
Exterior Spotlight
The Urus wears an aggressive wedge shape that reads unmistakably Lamborghini. Sharp character lines run the length of the body, the roofline drops toward the rear like a fastback, and the wide haunches over the wheel arches give it a planted, wide-stance look that no other SUV in this segment replicates.
Color Options
Lamborghini offers the Urus SE in several colors including Arancio Borealis (a vivid orange), Giallo Auge (yellow), Verde Mantis (green), Nero Noctis (black), Bianco Monocerus (white), and Grigio Keres (gray). If none of those work, the Ad Personam program opens up over 100 custom colors. The brighter options — orange, yellow, green — suit the aggressive body shape well. Nero Noctis and Grigio Keres read more understated for buyers who want the performance without the attention.
Wheel Options
The SE rides on 21-inch alloy wheels. At 21 inches, you get a strong visual presence that fills the wheel arches properly, though the trade-off is a firmer ride over rough pavement compared to smaller wheels. If you’re in a city with pothole-heavy roads, that’s worth factoring in. The adaptive suspension helps absorb some of what those large wheels transmit, but the physics of a 21-inch rim with a low-profile tire are what they are.
Interior Analysis
Inside, the Urus SE blends supercar drama with SUV practicality. The cabin uses Lamborghini’s fighter-jet-inspired layout, with a center console that rises high between driver and passenger and a cockpit feel that makes it clear this is not a luxury cruiser trying to look sporty.
Features
The 12.3-inch touchscreen sits at the top of the center stack and handles navigation, audio, and vehicle settings. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both standard, so you can drop your phone in the wireless charging pad and leave it there for the whole drive. The system responds quickly enough for mid-drive navigation adjustments, though the menu structure takes a few days to learn.
The Bang & Olufsen 21-speaker audio system is one of the genuine highlights of the interior. At highway speed, it fills the cabin with enough volume and clarity that you won’t be fighting road noise to hear your music. Two USB-C ports up front and two more in the rear mean all four passengers can charge simultaneously. The rear passengers can reach their ports without contorting, which matters on longer trips.
The 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster gives the driver a clear view of speed, power output, and drive mode status. There’s no head-up display on the SE, which is a noticeable omission at this price point. For a vehicle that spends time at triple-digit speeds on a track, having that information projected onto the windshield would make sense.
Comfort
Front seats in the Urus SE are both heated and ventilated, covering everything from a January commute to a July traffic jam. Tall drivers will appreciate the 40.9 inches of front legroom, which gives them room to stretch out without running out of seat travel, while the 39.0 inches of front headroom works for most adults even with the panoramic moonroof’s frame eating into the ceiling slightly.
The rear seat offers 38.7 inches of legroom and 38.0 inches of headroom, enough for two adults to sit comfortably through a two-hour highway run. Three across, however, is a different story, at 54.8 inches of rear hip room, the bench is workable but not generous. Rear passengers do get their own climate zone, though, so they’re not stuck with whatever the driver set up front.
Ride quality is where the Urus SE’s sport-first priorities show up most clearly. The adaptive suspension does its best work on smooth pavement and at speed, keeping the body flat through corners, but on broken city streets the 21-inch wheels and firm suspension tune transmit considerably more road texture than you’d feel in a Bentayga or Cayenne. If your daily drive involves rough urban roads, plan on feeling them.
Rounding out the comfort package, the heated steering wheel and dual-zone climate control come standard, while the panoramic moonroof opens the cabin up considerably and makes the rear seat feel less enclosed on longer trips.
Cargo
Behind the second row, the Urus SE offers around 19 cubic feet of cargo space. That’s enough for two large rolling suitcases standing upright, or a medium-sized dog crate for a Labrador-sized dog. A double stroller will fit, but you’ll likely need to fold it first. It’s a real cargo area, not a token gesture, though it’s smaller than you might expect given the Urus’s exterior size.
Fold the rear seats and that number jumps to 56.4 cubic feet. At that point, you’re looking at space for four large suitcases, a full set of golf bags, or a weekend’s worth of gear for two people plus a large dog. The rear hatch opens wide and the load floor is low enough that you’re not lifting heavy items over a high sill.
The hatch is power-operated, which matters when you’re carrying groceries or gear in both hands. The opening is wide and tall, so loading awkward items like bike boxes or flat-pack furniture is straightforward. One practical note: the Urus’s sloping roofline means the cargo area is taller at the hatch opening than it is toward the rear seats, so very tall items need to go in first and lay flat.
Power and Performance
The 2026 Urus SE pairs a twin-turbocharged V8 with an electric motor to produce a combined 789 horsepower. That number puts it among the most powerful production SUVs available, and the way that power arrives makes the Urus feel unlike anything else in this segment.
Engine Specs
The SE’s powertrain combines a 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 gasoline engine with an electric motor integrated into the drivetrain. Combined output is 789 horsepower and 701 lb-ft of torque. Power routes through an 8-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels via Lamborghini’s AWD system.
The 25.9 kWh battery pack supports the electric motor and can be charged through the car’s 7.2 kW onboard charger. On a Level 2 home charger, a full charge from empty takes a few hours. The electric motor can drive the rear axle independently, which means the system can operate in pure electric mode, pure combustion mode, or a combined mode depending on battery state and driver demand.
The 8-speed automatic is tuned for fast upshifts under hard acceleration and smooth transitions during normal driving. It doesn’t offer a dual-clutch’s snap, but it handles the torque load of this powertrain without complaint.
Performance Data (0-60)
Around 3.1 seconds to 60 mph is the kind of number that needs context. In a highway merge, the Urus SE accelerates with a force that pushes you back into the seat in a way that feels more like a sports car than a 5,500-pound SUV. Passing on a two-lane road takes a fraction of a second. A brief press of the throttle and you’re past before oncoming traffic becomes a concern.
The 8-speed automatic reads the situation well. In normal driving, it shifts early and keeps the engine relaxed. When you press hard, it holds gears longer and drops two or three ratios instantly. The transition from electric-only to combined power is smooth enough that you won’t feel a jolt when the V8 comes online, though you’ll hear it clearly.
In Corsa mode, the transmission becomes more aggressive, holding gears to the redline and downshifting sharply on corner entry. In Strada, it prioritizes comfort and efficiency, letting the electric motor carry more of the load at lower speeds. The difference between modes is substantial. This isn’t a system where the modes are cosmetic.
Fuel Economy
Running on gasoline only, the Urus SE returns around 17 MPG city and 19 MPG highway, with a combined figure of approximately 18 MPG. On a 22.5-gallon tank, that’s roughly 405 miles of combined range before you need a gas station. Highway-only driving stretches that to around 425 miles.
The plug-in hybrid system adds 25–35 miles of electric range depending on temperature and driving style. Cold weather and highway speeds reduce that number. If your daily commute is under 30 miles and you charge every night, you could run primarily on electricity for most weekday driving. The combined MPGe figure of 47 reflects that scenario. If you rarely charge, you’re driving an 18 MPG SUV.
Suspension, Braking, and Handling
The Urus SE uses multi-link suspension at both front and rear with adaptive dampers that adjust stiffness based on the selected drive mode and road conditions. On a smooth highway, the suspension keeps the body composed and flat, and over expansion joints and highway seams it absorbs the hit without the cabin bouncing. City potholes are a different story, however. The 21-inch wheels don’t leave much sidewall to cushion sharp impacts, and you’ll feel the bigger ones clearly.
Stopping duty falls to four-wheel disc brakes with a pedal feel that is firm and progressive, offering strong initial bite that builds predictably as you press harder. In an emergency stop from highway speed, the Urus pulls up straight and quickly, with the ABS managing wheel lockup without the pedal pulsing excessively.
Handling for a vehicle weighing 5,523 pounds is genuinely surprising. The AWD system and adaptive suspension keep body roll controlled through corners, while the steering weights up appropriately as speed increases. The 19.5-foot turning radius is larger than a compact car but manageable in parking structures, and ground clearance of 6.2 inches handles most parking lot obstacles and light unpaved roads without issue.
Tech Overview
The Urus SE’s technology package centers on a 12.3-inch touchscreen and a digital gauge cluster, with wireless phone integration and a 21-speaker audio system as the highlights. The system is capable, though the interface design and feature depth don’t quite match what some competitors offer at this price.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The 12.3-inch touchscreen handles the bulk of the car’s controls, from navigation to audio to climate settings. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto both work reliably. Connect once and the system picks up your phone automatically on subsequent drives. The wireless charging pad sits in a logical spot on the center console, accessible without looking away from the road.
The Bang & Olufsen 21-speaker system is the audio highlight. It handles everything from podcasts to orchestral recordings with consistent clarity at highway speeds. The 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster gives the driver a configurable view of speed, power flow, and navigation prompts. There is no head-up display on the SE, which is a gap at this price. Two USB-C ports in front and two in the rear cover all four passengers.
Features / Drive Modes
The Urus SE offers seven drive modes: Strada, Sport, Corsa, Neve, Sabbia, Terra, and Ego. Strada is the daily-driving default, prioritizing comfort and electric motor use. Sport sharpens throttle response and holds gears longer. Corsa is full-performance mode, with the suspension at its firmest and the transmission at its most aggressive. Neve (snow), Sabbia (sand), and Terra (off-road) adjust torque distribution and traction control thresholds for specific surfaces.
Ego mode lets you mix and match settings from other modes. You can have Corsa-level throttle response with Strada-level suspension, for example. Adaptive cruise control is standard and maintains set speed and following distance on the highway. The configurable gauge cluster changes its display layout based on the active drive mode, showing performance data in Corsa and efficiency data in Strada.
Safety Capabilities
The Urus SE arrives with a full suite of active and passive safety systems. Formal crash test ratings from IIHS and NHTSA are not yet published for the 2026 model year, so structural safety assessment is based on the vehicle’s known engineering and airbag package.
Safety Ratings
IIHS and NHTSA ratings for the 2026 Urus SE are not yet available. Lamborghini has not historically submitted the Urus for IIHS Top Safety Pick evaluation, and NHTSA results for the 2026 model year have not been published at the time of this writing. Buyers who prioritize published crash test scores should note this gap. The Urus’s structural construction uses high-strength materials and a rigid passenger cell, but without formal test results, we can’t assign specific ratings. Check IIHS.org and NHTSA.gov for updates as the model year progresses.
Safety Features
The Urus SE uses six airbags covering front, side, and curtain positions. Front airbags deploy in frontal impacts, side airbags protect the torso in side collisions, and curtain airbags run the length of the roofline to protect both front and rear occupants’ heads. ABS prevents wheel lockup during hard braking, and electronic stability control monitors the vehicle’s path and applies individual brakes to correct oversteer or understeer. Traction control limits wheelspin during acceleration. Three LATCH anchor positions in the rear seat make installing child safety seats straightforward, with accessible lower anchors that don’t require digging into the seat cushion.
Driver Assists
Adaptive cruise control maintains a set following distance and adjusts speed automatically in traffic, which makes highway commutes less fatiguing. Lane keeping assist applies gentle steering input when the vehicle drifts toward a lane marking without a turn signal active. Automatic emergency braking can apply the brakes independently if the system detects an imminent collision and the driver hasn’t responded. Pedestrian detection extends that capability to people crossing in front of the vehicle.
Lane departure warning gives an alert before lane keeping assist intervenes, so you get a heads-up before the car acts. Driver attention monitoring watches for signs of fatigue or distraction and prompts a break when needed. Traffic sign recognition reads posted speed limits and displays them in the gauge cluster. Automatic high beams switch between high and low beam based on oncoming traffic.
Additional Safety Features
Blind-spot monitoring watches the lanes beside the Urus and lights up a warning in the corresponding mirror when a vehicle is in your blind spot. On a wide vehicle like this, that system earns its keep during highway lane changes. Rear cross-traffic alert watches for vehicles crossing behind you while reversing, which is particularly useful in parking lots where the Urus’s length makes it hard to see approaching traffic.
Front and rear parking sensors give audible distance warnings as you close in on obstacles. The sensors pick up low objects like parking curbs and shopping carts that the rearview camera might not frame clearly. The rearview camera is standard and provides a clear image when reversing. There is no surround-view camera system on the SE, which is a noticeable omission given the vehicle’s size and price. Parking a 5,523-pound SUV in a tight urban garage would benefit from a 360-degree view.
Trim Guide
The 2026 Urus lineup is straightforward for now: the SE is the only confirmed trim available at launch, with the SE Performante arriving later in 2026. Here’s what that means for buyers shopping today.
Trim and Price
The Urus SE starts at $262,631. For that price, you get the 789-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain, 21-inch alloy wheels, the 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless CarPlay and Android Auto, the Bang & Olufsen 21-speaker audio system, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, the panoramic moonroof, wireless charging, and the full seven-mode drive mode system. The Ad Personam customization program is available on the SE, which means you can choose from over 100 exterior colors, custom interior materials, and personalized stitching. Most Urus SE buyers will spend well above the base price once the configurator is involved.
The SE Performante is confirmed for later in 2026 as a higher-output PHEV variant. Pricing and full specs haven’t been published yet. If maximum performance is the priority and timing is flexible, waiting for the SE Performante’s details makes sense before committing. If you want the car now, the SE is the only path.
Our pick is the SE configured with restraint. The base $262,631 price delivers the full powertrain and technology package without requiring any options to feel complete. The Ad Personam program is hard to resist, but it’s easy to add $50,000 or more in customization before you realize it. Decide on your color and interior combination before opening the configurator, not during.
Warranty and Maintenance Information
The 2026 Urus SE comes with a 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, a 3-year/unlimited-mile powertrain warranty, and 3 years of complimentary maintenance, with roadside assistance also covered for the same three-year period. Notably, none of these protections carry a mileage cap, which represents a genuine benefit for high-use owners by removing the anxiety of warranty expiration tied to odometer readings rather than time.