Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T
Compare the Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T. The Lamborghini Urus is £43,000 cheaper. The Lamborghini Urus is 0.1s quicker to 60mph. The Porsche 911 S/T is more fuel efficient. Full performance, cost & ownership breakdown.
The Lamborghini Urus is priced from £185,000, powered by a 4.0L Twin-Turbo V8, producing 641 hp, with 850 Nm of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.6s, a top speed of 190 mph, sent to the road via all-wheel drive. The Porsche 911 S/T is priced from £410,000, powered by a 4.0L Flat-6, producing 525 hp, with 470 Nm of torque, reaching 0-60 mph in 3.7s, a top speed of 186 mph, sent to the road via rear-wheel drive.
The Lamborghini Urus offers a 616-litre boot, folding rear seats, runs on petrol, returns around 17 mpg, is covered by a 3yr / unlimited mi warranty. The Porsche 911 S/T offers a 100-litre boot, runs on petrol, returns around 22 mpg, is covered by a 4yr / 50k mi warranty.
On cost of ownership, the Lamborghini Urus is £43,000 cheaper than its rival, the Porsche 911 S/T costs less in annual maintenance (£2,500 versus £1,800), the Porsche 911 S/T is the more fuel-efficient choice, a full tank costs around £100 for the Lamborghini Urus and £85 for the Porsche 911 S/T.
Driving Character: Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T
The Lamborghini Urus redefines the performance SUV segment with its 4.0L twin-turbo V8, delivering acceleration that feels alien in such a heavy vehicle. The ANIMA selector is the core of its character, allowing the driver to morph it from a composed cruiser to a surprisingly aggressive machine in Corsa mode. While the 4,844 lbs weight is impossible to disguise in tight, technical corners, the adaptive chassis and torque vectoring work wonders to mask its bulk. It is undeniably fast, offering a unique sensation of speed that feels entirely at home in the Lamborghini family of vehicles.
The Porsche 911 S/T is a masterstroke of lightweight engineering, stripping away the excesses of modern GT cars to create a pure, analogue experience. With 525 hp from its 4.0L flat-six, it is light, agile, and incredibly communicative. The steering is sharp, providing exceptional feedback that connects the driver directly to the tarmac. While it lacks the aggressive aero package of the GT3 RS, the S/T is far more rewarding on winding roads, where its balance and precision truly shine. It is a visceral, high-revving celebration of everything that makes a 911 special, free from the complexity of electronic interference.
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Porsche 911 S/T takes our 0-100 driving character grading, 78 against 97. Characteristic of the Lamborghini Urus: Startlingly quick and composed for a large luxury SUV. For the Porsche 911 S/T: The lightest, most analogue modern 911 - manual gearbox, GT3 RS engine, no rear-wheel steering. In outright terms it is 641 hp against 525 — a 116 hp gap — and the Lamborghini Urus reaches 60 mph 0.1s sooner.
Interior & Cabin: Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T
The cabin of the Lamborghini Urus successfully blends SUV practicality with the theatricality of a supercar. Five occupants can fit comfortably, and the design cues—like the fighter-jet style starter button and angular vents—leave no doubt about its heritage. While the platform shares components with other high-end VW Group SUVs, Lamborghini has done enough to differentiate the experience with high-quality stitching, carbon inserts, and a dramatic digital display layout. It is a genuinely functional space, featuring a large panoramic roof that keeps the interior feeling airy and modern despite the aggressive, cocooning architecture.
Inside, the Porsche 911 S/T features a minimalist cockpit that highlights its lightweight mission. The absence of rear seats and the use of carbon-fibre bucket seats with houndstooth cloth create a purposeful, retro-modern atmosphere. Every detail, from the lightweight door pulls to the unique instrument cluster, feels carefully considered to reduce weight without compromising build quality. While it lacks the ultimate comfort features of a base Carrera, the S/T offers a driving environment that is focused solely on the task of performance. It is a stripped-back, high-quality cabin that perfectly mirrors the vehicle's dynamic aspirations.
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Lamborghini Urus takes our 0-100 interior & cabin grading, 85 against 60. Characteristic of the Lamborghini Urus: Dramatic, driver-focused cabin unlike most luxury SUV rivals. For the Porsche 911 S/T: Lightweight, motorsport-flavoured cabin with genuine everyday habitability.
Daily Usability: Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T
Practicality is where the Lamborghini Urus truly shines, offering a 616L boot and genuine rear-seat legroom that makes it the most usable model in the brand’s history. For urban errands, the air suspension provides the ability to clear obstacles easily, and the elevated driving position offers excellent visibility that the mid-engined cars lack. It is a vehicle that handles the school run and high-speed motorway travel with equal ease. Despite its SUV badge, the running costs are undeniably steep, particularly fuel and tyre consumption, but the trade-off is a vehicle that requires no compromise on utility.
For such a focused sports car, the Porsche 911 S/T is surprisingly usable, thanks in large part to its slightly softer suspension tuning compared to the RS. The narrow body makes it much easier to park and navigate through narrow urban streets than wider, winged models. However, users must remain cautious with ground clearance on steep ramps and driveways. The boot is sufficient for light luggage, provided you aren't planning an extensive road trip. It serves best as a car for the weekend blast or the alpine pass, where its agility and light weight truly excel in practice.
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Lamborghini Urus takes our 0-100 daily usability grading, 82 against 55. Characteristic of the Lamborghini Urus: Genuinely practical family SUV with supercar-embarrassing pace. For the Porsche 911 S/T: More usable daily than a GT3 RS thanks to the single-mass flywheel manual. that means 616 litres of boot space against 100, and everyday running costs that favour the Porsche 911 S/T at the pumps.
Ownership: Lamborghini Urus vs Porsche 911 S/T
The ownership proposition of the Lamborghini Urus is bolstered by a vastly expanded dealer network and a steady supply of high-end service support. Running costs are significant, with high tyre consumption being a primary concern for owners who utilise the V8’s full performance regularly. However, the Urus has proven to be a robust performer with strong residual values that make it popular on the lease market. It offers a level of brand participation that is accessible yet exclusive, providing a gateway into Lamborghini ownership that is fundamentally grounded in everyday usability and reliability.
Owning the Porsche 911 S/T is a pinnacle of Porsche ownership, defined by extreme rarity and intense collector interest. The model's historical significance and limited build numbers ensure that residual values remain exceptionally high, far exceeding the original purchase price. While maintenance is handled through the standard Porsche dealer network, the exclusive nature of the S/T means that bespoke parts can be expensive. With a four-year warranty, the ownership experience is as reliable as it is exciting. It is a car that rewards the dedicated enthusiast with both mechanical delight and long-term investment stability.
Head-to-head, the division is clear: the Porsche 911 S/T takes our 0-100 ownership grading, 65 against 82. Characteristic of the Lamborghini Urus: Strong demand keeps residuals healthy for Lamborghini's best-selling model. For the Porsche 911 S/T: Instant collector status as a manual-only, ultra-limited 911. On the wallet the two diverge at £185,000 versus £410,000 — a £225,000 difference, with annual maintenance of £2,500 against £1,800, and warranty cover of 3yr / unlimited mi versus 4yr / 50k mi.