Which Aventador Rental to Book: LP 700-4, S, or SVJ

Every Aventador is exceptional in its own way. Yet one Lamborghini Aventador rental  listing can cost USD 500 more per day than the next for what seems to be the same car. Each trim reflects a decade of engineering changes that rental sites often leave out.

Lamborghini now uses hybrid help with the V12 in the Revuelto. An Aventador rental therefore gives you one of the last Lamborghini flagship cars with a V12 and without turbocharger or electric assist.

This guide shows what changes between trims, so you know what your money buys.

What Every Aventador Shares (No Matter the Price)

Some things stay the same across all three models. Do not pay a rental company extra for them, because they come standard.

• The 6.5L V12 (L539 engine). Every Aventador ever created uses a version of this engine. The redline is near 8,500 rpm, and all trims are nearly the same in spirit.
• The single clutch ISR gearbox. The SVJ (costs more than USD 500,000 when new) uses the same seven speed automated manual gearbox as the LP 700-4. Lamborghini did not fit a dual clutch transmission to this platform. The gearbox in Corsa mode changes gear with a strong movement. At low speed in traffic, the car can feel hesitant. This behavior appears across the Aventador range.
• Scissor doors and carbon tub. Every version opens upward and rides on a carbon fiber monocoque. The door design and basic body structure remain the same on a rental priced at USD 900 per day and one priced at USD 2,500.

The Differences

The LP 700-4 (2011-2016): The Original

The modern Aventador range produces 690 hp, or 700 PS, and reaches 62 mph in a claimed 2.9 seconds.

What makes it different to drive:

• Fixed aero, no rear wheel steering. The car answers your inputs directly, with no electronics in between.
• Heavier steering at low speed. Parking and tight turns require more effort.
• Blunter gearbox mapping. Gear changes are rougher than in later cars. Some drivers prefer this as the car gives more direct feedback.

If your goal is the photo, the sound, and the doors going up at a wedding or bachelor party, the LP 700-4 gives you all of that for the lowest price in the lineup.

The Aventador S (2017-2021): The Tech Upgrade

Lamborghini raised power to 730 hp (740 PS). Note that 730 hp and 740 PS are the same number in different units (horsepower against metric PS). Spec sheets confuse many buyers here. Do not let a rental site sell these as two separate figures.

The bigger change is in the handling:

• Rear wheel steering (LRS). At low speeds the rear wheels turn opposite the fronts. This reduces the turning radius. At high speed they turn the same way and add stability. The car is easier to place in traffic and more stable on a highway.
• LDVA chassis control. It links steering, suspension, and drive mode. It allows the car to adjust faster as the driving conditions change.
• Four drive modes, including “Ego.” Ego lets you mix steering weight, suspension stiffness, and throttle response instead of locking you into one preset.

If you plan a proper drive along the Pacific Coast Highway, canyon roads outside Vegas, or the Overseas Highway in the Keys, this trim is the most suitable.

The Aventador SVJ (2018-2021): Built for the Track

The SVJ produces 759 hp, or 770 PS. It also has active aerodynamics called ALA 2.0, short for Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva. Key differences include:

• The system changes airflow at the front and rear of the car without driver input. It can reduce drag during hard cornering on one side or add downforce where the car needs more grip.
• The lap time supports Lamborghini’s performance claim. In July 2018, Lamborghini test driver Marco Mapelli completed the Nürburgring Nordschleife in an SVJ in 6:44.97. Other hypercars have challenged the record since then, though.

The SVJ has the firmest suspension and the loudest exhaust of the three trims. It suits short drives, track-focused events, and social content. A relaxed three-hour drive on rough roads can be tiring because the suspension passes more road movement into the cabin.

Comparison Table

Rental Costs, Availability, and Pitfalls

Rental pricing usually follows the model range. The LP 700-4 costs the least, the S costs more, and the SVJ has the highest daily rate. Rarity explains part of the difference. Lamborghini produced the SVJ during a shorter period, between 2018 and 2021, and limited the SVJ 63 Coupé to 63 cars.

Before you book, watch for these three things:

• Verify the trim. Many listings say only “Lamborghini Aventador,” with no year or trim. Ask the company to confirm in writing which car you get. A listing photo may show an LP 700-4 while the price reflects an S or SVJ.
• Check the mileage cap. Most exotic rentals limit you to 100-125 miles per day. Extra miles have a per-mile charge.
• Confirm the deposit and insurance terms. Expect a security hold of USD 5,000 to USD 10,000. Read the policy before you sign. Some companies ask for your own supplemental cover on top of theirs.

Which One to Book

• First-time or special occasion renter: book the LP 700-4. You get the full scissor door, V12 scream experience at the lowest entry price.
• Enthusiast who wants to drive it hard: book the Aventador S. Rear-wheel steering makes it the most manageable trim on public roads.
• Influencer or status chaser: book the SVJ. You pay for rarity, the loudest exhaust, and Nürburgring bragging rights. Worth it if maximum impact is the goal.

By Dushan Stojchev