Lamborghini · 1970s
Lamborghini Miura SV
1971–1973
385 hp
Horsepower
290 mph
Top Speed
5.5s
0–60 mph
Italy
Origin
Lamborghini Miura SV Visualizer
About
The Lamborghini Miura SV is widely regarded as the first true supercar. Its transverse mid-mounted V12, low-slung design, and stunning styling set the blueprint for all high-performance exotic cars to follow.
Engine
4.0L V12
Production
765 units
Designer
Marcello Gandini / Bertone
Country
Italy
First Miura (P400) launched in 1966, revolutionizing supercar design.
SV version introduced in 1971 with increased power and improved handling.
Transverse mid-engine layout gave it revolutionary balance and cornering.
Featured in several films and magazines, cementing its iconic status.
Production ended in 1973, replaced conceptually by later Lamborghini V12s.
Miura means a famous Spanish fighting bull breed, continuing Lamborghini's tradition of bull-themed cars.
The SV (‘Super Veloce’) was the final and most powerful Miura iteration.
Only 150 SVs were ever built, making it extremely rare today.
It could reach 100 km/h in just 5.5 seconds, astonishing in the early 70s.
Steve McQueen was rumored to have owned a Miura, adding to its celebrity allure.
Why It's Legendary
"The Miura SV took Lamborghini from niche exotic car maker to supercar legend. Its mid-engine layout and flamboyant Italian styling created a template that every modern supercar would eventually follow."
Supercar of the Year — 1971
Most Beautiful Car of the 1970s — Multiple automotive magazines
Featured in 'The Italian Job' (1969) – promotional footage
Appeared on countless supercar posters and magazines
Renowned for being one of the first true supercar icons