Lamborghini Huracan Performante

1/18 by Maisto (MS31391MGR)

Lamborghini Huracan Performante by Maisto
August 16, 2019

Listed under Lamborghini Huracan Performante | Color : Green
Section 1/18 | Maisto | diecast | 14672 viewings

Without a doubt the AUTOart made 1/18 scale model of the Lamborghini Huracan Performante is simply stunning, I own the Arancio Anthaeus shade on that model, and I love it, complete with the bronze Narvi Forged wheels, and I have been keeping an eye out to add the Verde Mantis version from AUTOart too because it comes with the Loge Forged wheels instead, but I still have some other models on order too, and money isn't easy to come by these days, so I only have one AUTOart made Performante in my collection at this time.

Still, I managed to add a Verde Mantis Huracan Performante to my display ... made by Maisto. Now I know you can't compare a €35 Maisto model with a €220 AUTOart model, I could buy six Maisto models for one of the AA counterparts, but you know I collect Lamborghini models, and who makes them isn't really an issue, I'm happy to buy an expensive MR or even a D&G model, and put a Maisto or Bburago next to it ... if it's a Lamborghini I will try to add it to my collection.

The scale model

With this new Maisto model I added a green Huracan Performante to the different Huracan models I already owned, in this case, Maisto went for a very low optioned model, it does not come with the 'Style Pack', sits on black Narvi wheels over black brake calipers, they did leave the Performante script and Tricolore flag on the door (you can opt to remove them in real life).

For the interior, we still get the lightweight carbon fiber racing seats (a must-have in a Performante or SVJ if you ask me), but everything is black, Nero Cosmus to be exact, there is not a single piece of color to be found inside this Maisto model ... apart from the red cover over the start button.

There should be lots of Forged Composite on the central console and for the vents on the dashboard too, but Maisto didn't bother with those details ... just use black plastic, that will do nicely. Same for the rear wing and part of the rear diffuser ... all black, not a piece of Forged Composite in sight, which is a bit sad to be honest.

A lot of difference between the Huracan LP610-4 and the Performante

Now I have to say I was impressed by the engine inside this Maisto model, it looks like a brick of plastic for sure, but that gold finish does look rather nice, and it shows just enough detail to look good enough for a €35 scale model, especially as we are talking about a glass engine cover ... you can always see the engine, no matter if you leave the engine cover open, or if you keep it closed.

In real life the Lamborghini Huracan Performante comes with a lot of air intakes, air vents, ALA ducts and stuff like that ... on this Maisto model all of the grilles covering these inlets and outlets are sealed, there is the impression of a grille, but none of them are open mesh unfortunately, that's the downside at this price point I guess.

Bottom line

Especially the rear between the Huracan LP610-4 and the Performante was modified extensively

So I'm rather happy with this Maisto made Lamborghini Huracan Performante model in 1/18 scale, I would have liked a bit more detail on the interior, perhaps some splashes of green on the seats and dashboard would look great ... but I can always take her apart and add that myself, on a €35 model I can experiment without losing too much money ... so if you are looking to add a Performante to your collection and that €220 price tag for the near-perfect AUTOart version is out of reach, this Maisto model is a very nice alternative, and on display she looks rather nice too.

Originally released in July 2019.

our RATING

Exterior 6/10
Interior 5/10
Engine 5/10
Accuracy 6/10
Overall rating 6/10

Original price on July 5, 2019 : € 35

 
 
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