The Ferrari Testarossa makes its grand return! Named the Ferrari 849 Testarossa, this new supercar from Maranello is a model with a decidedly attractive design, even though the pop-up headlights, unfortunately, are not part of the package.
An Iconic Design Reinterpreted
Unveiled in Milan, the 849 Testarossa revives one of the brand’s most iconic names, immortalized by the hit series Miami Vice. While it retains a wedge-shaped silhouette, its design is more forward-looking than purely retro. The front end, with its pointed nose and aggressive air intake, however, evokes the original Testarossa. The three-quarter rear view, on the other hand, recalls the Daytona SP3, with its sloping roof and broad shoulders.
A Phenomenal Hybrid Powertrain
True to the heritage of the “red heads,” the new Testarossa is powered by a mid-rear-mounted 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8. It is a plug-in hybrid, similar to the phenomenal 296 GTB. The internal combustion engine alone develops 819 horsepower, but aided by three electric motors (two on the front axle, one at the rear), the combined power reaches a stratospheric level of 1,036 horsepower.
Record-Breaking Performance
Ferrari announces a 0 to 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds and a 0 to 200 km/h in 6.3 seconds, figures that the brand tends to underestimate. In all-electric mode, it can travel up to 30 km at a maximum speed of 130 km/h.
A Driver-Focused Interior
Inside, there is no traditional central screen. The infotainment screen is integrated into the digital cluster in front of the driver, while the passenger has their own screen. The gear selector is a nod to the past, adopting a traditional design inspired by old gated shifters.
Spider and Coupé Unveiled Simultaneously
Unlike its usual practice, Ferrari unveiled the Spider version at the same time as the Coupé, sporting a mustard yellow livery that beautifully highlights its angular lines. The price, however, remains a mystery… for those who need to ask.