Supercars are a dream for enthusiasts worldwide, but in India, owning one can sometimes be more of a challenge than a thrill. A recent viral video has reignited this debate, showing a Lamborghini Huracan struggling to navigate a rough stretch of road riddled with potholes and speed breakers, as a Hyundai Exter handles the same terrain with ease.
The video, shared widely on Instagram, captures the sleek black Lamborghini inching cautiously over a speed breaker before encountering a pothole that tests its low-slung design and ground clearance. Meanwhile, the Hyundai Exter, a practical hatchback designed for urban and semi-rural roads, moves through the same stretch without breaking a sweat.
The clip has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with users pointing out the mismatch between India’s road conditions and the design of high-performance cars like the Huracan. Supercars are engineered for smooth highways and tracks, with stiff suspensions, low ground clearance, and wide tires that make them ill-suited for uneven surfaces.
“It’s heartbreaking to see such a beautiful machine struggle,” wrote one user. Another added, “In India, a Hyundai is more practical than a Lamborghini!” Others chimed in with humor, calling the scene a “battle between the rich and the real.”
While owning a supercar in India is undoubtedly a status symbol, the video highlights the practical difficulties of using such vehicles on roads not designed for them. Despite these challenges, supercar sales have been growing in India, with manufacturers like Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Porsche catering to an emerging affluent class eager to own these engineering marvels.
For now, though, videos like this serve as a reminder that luxury sometimes takes a backseat to practicality when it comes to navigating India’s unpredictable roads. Watch the full clip to see the Lamborghini Huracan in action and decide for yourself: Is India ready for supercars?
Shawn Henry