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Ferrari F80 unveiled as new flagship hypercar; 1324kW hybrid V6, 9200rpm

Ferrari has unveiled its latest masterpiece, the F80, a supercar that continues a lineage of the brand’s legendary models like the F40, F50, Enzo, and LaFerrari. With only 799 units to be produced, the F80 is a highly exclusive vehicle that showcases Ferrari’s latest advancements in technology and performance.

Basically – although very complex – the F80 is engineered to push the boundaries of what’s possible for road-legal vehicles, blending electrified powertrain technology with a record-breaking V6 petrol engine to create a 1200hp, 9200rpm hypercar.

At the heart of the F80 is a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine. This unit breaks the record for offering the highest specific power output of any Ferrari engine ever made. It produces 900PS (662kW), which translates to 220.6kW per litre.

To put it another way, if this were a 6.0-litre V12, it’d produce some 1800PS (1324kW). The unit uses electric turbo technology for response, and weighs about the same as the V6 engine that powers the 296 GTB. The engine also features titanium conrods, hot-forged crank pins, aluminium pistons, and Inconel exhaust manifolds.

2025 Ferrari F80 - engine

Not happy with that level of power, the team at Ferrari decided to connect up three electric motors. Two front-mounted motors produce 210kW and a rear motor adds 60kW. Combined, the total system output is 1324kW. That helps to see 0-100km/h dispatched in 2.15 seconds, 0-200km/h in 5.75 seconds, with a top speed of 350km/h.

The F80’s aerodynamics play a critical role in its performance. Featuring an active rear wing, rear diffuser, and flat underbody, the car generates up to 1000kg of downforce at speeds of 250km/h. Advanced active suspension further enhances this ground-effect, ensuring the car remains glued to the road in high-speed conditions. The inclusion of an electric front axle also provides four-wheel drive grip to maximise performance.

2025 Ferrari F80 - seats

Inside, the F80 is built with a driver-centric approach, embodying Ferrari’s philosophy of making the driver the focal point. The cabin features a unique “1+” layout, inspired by Formula 1, with the driver seated slightly forward and at the centre of attention. Every control is oriented towards the driver, creating a cocoon-like environment. Despite the compact dimensions, the passenger seat, positioned further back, ensures comfort without compromising the sporty feel.

A new, smaller steering wheel, designed specifically for the F80, improves visibility and enhances the feeling of control. It features a flattened top and bottom, optimised grip zones, and a return to physical buttons on either side, replacing Ferrari’s recent fully digital setup. This layout allows the driver to make quick adjustments intuitively, without taking focus off the road.

With its blend of extreme performance, advanced aerodynamics, and a cockpit designed for pure driving enthusiasts, the Ferrari F80 not only continues the brand’s storied legacy but sets a new benchmark for the future of supercars.

Ferrari F80 – Technical data sheet
ENGINE
INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE (ICE)
Type V6 – 120° – dry sump
Total displacement 2992 cc
Bore and stroke 88 mm × 82 mm
Maximum power** 900 cv at 8750 rpm
Maximum torque 850 Nm at 5550 rpm
Maximum engine speed 9000 rpm (dynamic limiter at 9200 rpm)
Compression ratio 9.5:1
Specific power output 300 cv/l
HYBRID POWERTRAIN
Type Concentrated winding stator, Litz wire and stator and rotor in a Halbach array configuration
REAR ELECTRIC MOTOR (MGU-K)
Operating voltage 650 – 860 V
Peak power Regenerative braking: 70 kW (95 cv); ICE assist: 60 kW (81 cv)
Peak torque 45 Nm
Maximum engine speed 30,000 rpm
Weight 8.8 kg
FRONT AXLE ELECTRIC MOTOR
Operating voltage 650 – 860 V
Peak power 105 kW (142 cv) for each of the two electric motors
Peak torque 121 Nm
Maximum engine speed 30,000 rpm
Weight 12.9 kg
HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY
Maximum voltage 860 V
Maximum power (charge/discharge) 242 kW
Energy 2.28 kWh
Maximum current 350 A
Power density 6.16 kW/kg
Weight 39.3 kg
WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS
Length 4840 mm
Width 2060 mm
Height (in kerb weight conditions) 1138 mm
Wheelbase 2665 mm
Front track 1701 mm
Rear track 1660 mm
Dry weight* 1525 kg
Dry weight/power ratio 1.27 kg/cv
Weight distribution 42.2% front / 57.8% rear
Fuel tank capacity 63.5 litres
Luggage compartment capacity 35 litres
TYRES AND WHEELS
Front 285/30 R20
Rear 345/30 R21
BRAKES
Front 408 x 220 x 38 mm (6 pistons per calliper)
Rear 390 x 263 x 32 mm (4 pistons per calliper)
TRANSMISSION AND GEARBOX 8-speed dual-clutch F1 DCT
ELECTRONIC CONTROLS SSC 8.0: TC, eDiff, SCM, PCV 3.0, FDE 2.0, EPS, ABS-Evo in all Manettino modes, 6D sensor performance ABS/ABD
PERFORMANCE
Maximum speed 350 km/h
0–100 km/h 2.15 s
0–200 km/h 5.75 s
100-0 km/h 28 m
200-0 km/h 98 m
FUEL CONSUMPTION Under homologation
CO2 EMISSIONS Under homologation
* With optional content

Brett Davis

Brett started out as a motor mechanic but eventually became frustrated working on cars that weren't his. He then earned a degree in journalism and scored a job at Top Gear Australia back in 2008, and then worked at Zoom/Extreme Performance magazines, CarAdvice, and started PerformanceDrive/PDriveTV in 2011 with Josh Bennis, and ran it for 12 years. He's now the owner and managing editor here at Driving Enthusiast.
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