Last week, we were delighted to welcome the Ferrari 849 Testarossa to our showroom; a groundbreaking new plug-in hybrid berlinetta that takes its place at the very top of the Prancing Horse range. Created as the successor to the SF90 Stradale, the 849 Testarossa represents a clear statement of intent, seamlessly blending cutting-edge hybrid performance with unmistakable Ferrari heritage.
The name itself carries immense significance. Testarossa returns as a tribute to some of the most iconic Ferraris ever built, reconnecting this futuristic supercar to a lineage that began on the racetrack nearly 70 years ago.
At its core, the 849 Testarossa features a thoroughly re-engineered mid-rear twin-turbo V8 engine producing 830 cv, paired with three electric motors to deliver a remarkable total output of 1,050 cv. This advanced plug-in hybrid system unites electrified efficiency with explosive performance, while on-demand all-wheel drive and torque vectoring ensure relentless acceleration in every driving scenario.
Ferrari’s motorsport expertise is evident throughout the car. Racing-derived technologies, including a redesigned active rear spoiler, the advanced ABS Evo braking system and the latest FIVE vehicle dynamics estimator, elevate control, precision and driver confidence to unprecedented levels. Despite the significant increase in power, extensive weight-saving measures allow the 849 Testarossa to achieve the best power-to-weight ratio of any Ferrari production model to date.
Visually, the 849 Testarossa signals a bold evolution of Ferrari’s V8 berlinetta design language. Drawing inspiration from 1970s sports prototypes, its sharp, geometric lines and sculpted surfaces create a form that feels both futuristic and timeless. Every element is purpose-driven, generating an impressive 415 kg of downforce at 250 km/h while also improving cooling efficiency.
Inside, the cockpit is more immersive than ever. A redesigned steering wheel with physical controls, an intuitive new HMI system and a distinctly driver-focused layout combine modern technology with tactile Ferrari tradition, including the return of the iconic engine start button.
For those seeking the ultimate expression of performance, the Assetto Fiorano specification pushes the 849 Testarossa even further, with significant weight reduction, enhanced aerodynamics and track-focused suspension tuning.
The Ferrari 849 Testarossa is more than a successor; it is a new benchmark. A car created for those who demand uncompromising performance, unmistakable design and the very best of Ferrari’s past, present and future.
JCT600 Leeds Ferrari