Yeah, what you’re feeling between your ’13 coupe and the ’15 Roadster is real. Lamborghini made a bunch of tweaks after the first couple years of Aventador production.
Shifting (ISR gearbox):
Early cars (2012–2013) had really aggressive shift logic. Around 2014/2015 they updated the software for the transmission ECU, which smoothed out clutch engagement at low speeds. That’s why the 1-2 shift and creeping in traffic feels way less jerky. The gearbox itself didn’t change much mechanically, but Lamborghini did revise the clutch actuator and materials to make the engagement less harsh. So, it’s mainly software, with a bit of hardware refinement.
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Car and Driver on Aventador updates
Suspension/ride:
The pushrod suspension got retuned too. The Roadster, because of its extra weight and chassis reinforcement, actually ended up with a more compliant calibration. Around the same time, Lamborghini was also refining the magnetorheological dampers, so you get a slightly softer and more comfortable ride in the later cars.
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EVO Mag review noting suspension changes
Steering feel:
They also re-mapped the Servotronic power steering curve. The assist was made a bit lighter at lower speeds in the 2014+ cars, while still staying firm when you’re pushing.
And yeah, no question—the Roadster’s a different world with the roof off. The sound of the V12 bouncing around you is something the coupe just can’t match.
If you like the smoother feel, the 2015+ cars are definitely more livable day-to-day. Some early owners have had their cars reflashed with the later gearbox software too, so that’s worth asking a dealer about before you think about trading.
