Deriving its name from the hardcore Super Veloce moniker followed by Jota, which the brand claims reflects track prowess, the SVJ is said to have been designed with aerodynamics in mind and as such receives a wider front bumper, new side air intakes, active flaps and front splitter as part of the Aerodinamica Lamborghini Attiva (ALA) setup first seen on the Huracan that generates up to 40% downforce, new bonnet vents again to aid aerodynamics and a revised carbon fibre rear wing with side winglets that also forms part of the ALA.

In addition to the aero bits, the SVJ also gets a new engine cover made from lightweight carbon fibre, so-called super-light Nireo alloy wheels wrapped in specific Pirelli PZero Corsa rubber and an Omega shaped rear bumper with a new integrated diffuser and motorbike inspired exhaust outlets. Optional are Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R wheels which are both road-legal and can be used on the track.

Along with the exterior modifications, Lamborghini has also been busy underneath the skin where the SVJ receives a new titanium intake valve and modified cylinder head, revised anti-roll bars claimed to be 50% stiffer than those of the Aventador S, recalibrated Magneto-Rheological suspension, a 15% improvement in the damping system, re-engineered four-wheel drive system that sends an additional three percent of the available power to the rear wheels, retuned Electronic Stability Control system and steering that has been tweaked for better feedback and been optimised to work in conjunction with the new wheels.

While Lamborghini has not detailed any changes to the interior given the number of materials and trim pieces offered through its Ad Personam customisation programme, it has divulged specifications of the engine, where the normally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 now produces 566kW/720Nm.

Hooked to the same seven-speed Independent Shifting Rod automatic gearbox, albeit which has been revised to cope with the addition power and torque, Lamborghini claims that the upshot in power will see the 1 525kg SVJ go from 0-100km/h in 2.8 seconds and top out at 350km/h.

Limited to just 900 units with pricing from €349 116 (R5 769 796) in Europe, buyers seeking more exclusivity can also opt for the SVJ 63 that celebrates Lamborghini’s founding in 1963, and mainly comes with a bespoke black and white paint finish, gold detailing, commemorative 63 badges and additional carbon fibre trim. As indicated by its name, only 63 units will be produced.