Sant’Agata Bolognese: Automobili Lamborghini is celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Miura, the landmark super sports car that helped define the modern supercar and continues to command attention both on the road and in virtual worlds.
First presented on March 10, 1966, at the Geneva Motor Show, the Lamborghini Miura broke with automotive convention by placing a V12 engine transversely behind the cabin, a layout inspired by motorsport. The result was not just a fast car, but a new idea of what a high-performance road car could be. Six decades later, the Miura remains one of Lamborghini’s most celebrated models and a reference point for design, engineering and automotive drama.
Its influence has also travelled far beyond concours lawns and collector garages. Lamborghini said the Miura’s presence in video games has helped introduce the car to younger audiences, keeping its legacy alive in a digital age where many enthusiasts first meet legends through a controller rather than a dealership brochure.
The Miura has appeared in several major gaming franchises, including Forza, Gran Turismo, Asphalt and Assetto Corsa. According to Lamborghini, its inclusion in these titles reflects the continuing appeal of the car’s exclusivity, craftsmanship, personalisation and historical importance.
For many players, the Miura is more than a classic unlockable vehicle. It represents a bridge between the analogue romance of 1960s Italian engineering and the interactive culture of modern gaming. In simpler terms, one of the world’s most beautiful V12 machines has found a second life in pixels — and, unlike the real thing, it can be driven hard without worrying about auction values.
Lamborghini said several versions of the Miura are represented across gaming platforms. These include the Miura P400, regarded as the founding model of the line; the Miura S, produced between 1968 and 1971; the Miura SV, one of the most sought-after classic Lamborghinis; and the Miura Concept, created by Automobili Lamborghini to mark the 40th anniversary of the model’s market introduction.
The Miura has also featured in games such as The Crew 2, The Crew Motorfest, Top Drives, Rebel Racing, CSR Racing, CSR Racing 2, CSR Racing 3 and CSR Classics. Its broad digital presence underlines how classic performance cars remain relevant in gaming ecosystems that often celebrate speed, design and rarity with the same enthusiasm as real-world collectors.
For Lamborghini, the Miura’s 60th anniversary is not only a celebration of one car but also a reminder of the brand’s continuing effort to connect heritage with innovation. The company said the Miura remains an expression of its 100 percent Made in Italy identity, shaped by passion, craftsmanship and people.
The Miura’s journey from the 1966 Geneva Motor Show to today’s gaming platforms shows how certain cars outgrow their original era. Sixty years on, Lamborghini’s mid-engine icon continues to inspire enthusiasts across generations — whether they discover it in a museum, on a mountain road, or while chasing a lap time from the comfort of a sofa.
