Ferrari has lifted the veil on its new 849 Testarossa. It’s a plug-in hybrid berlinetta that takes over from the SF90 Stradale at the top of Maranello’s road-going lineup.
Revealed in Milan, the car combines a heavily revised 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors for a total system output of 1050PS (772kW), making it the most powerful series-production Ferrari to date.
The reborn Testarossa name pays tribute to one of Ferrari’s most celebrated models of the 1980s, while also recalling the “red head” valve covers of the marque’s earliest high-performance engines from the 1950s.
Beneath the badge, though, the 849 is thoroughly modern. The V8 alone now produces 830PS (610kW), thanks to new turbochargers, reworked internals, and weight-saving measures inspired by Ferrari’s racing programs.
A pair of electric motors drive the front axle while a third sits at the rear, together contributing an additional 162kW and enabling torque vectoring and on-demand all-wheel drive. Acceleration across 0-100km/h takes a claimed 2.3 seconds, with 0-200km/h in 6.35 seconds, and a top speed of over 330km/h.
Performance has been enhanced not just in power but also in control. Ferrari has introduced its latest ABS Evo braking controller and a new Integrated Vehicle Estimator (FIVE) system, creating what it says is its most advanced suite of electronic chassis aids yet.
Aerodynamics also take a leap forward, with inspiration drawn from Ferrari’s 1970s sports prototypes. A redesigned underbody, twin-tail rear architecture, and active spoiler contribute to 415kg of downforce at 250km/h – 25kg more than the SF90. Cooling efficiency improvements for both the engine and brakes are also applied.
Inside, the cockpit has been reshaped to be more driver-centric, featuring a new HMI interface, a reworked steering wheel with physical controls, and a central console design that nods to classic Ferrari gear gates.
The new model is available to order now in coupe and open-top Spider form, although prices for Australia are yet to be confirmed. It is expected to start from around $850,000 or more. First deliveries are set for the second half of 2026.
