The return of the Ferrari Testarossa!
This page is translated from the original post "Le retour de la Ferrari Testarossa !" in French.
- 10/09/2025 6:01
Forty years after marking an entire generation, Ferrari revives the iconic 80s model under the name 849 Testarossa.
Unveiled in Milan, this new Testarossa is not just a simple homage: with 1,036 horsepower and cutting-edge hybrid technology, it defines the future of Maranello.
At the heart of the beast lies a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 positioned in the rear mid. It alone generates 819 hp. But Ferrari didn’t stop there. Three electric motors assist the thermal unit, two at the front and one at the rear, offering a combined power of 1,036 hp, with blistering acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.3 seconds, and up to 200 km/h reached in 6.3 seconds. The icing on the cake, the beautiful Italian car offers 30 km of range in 100% electric mode, allowing silent driving up to 130 km/h.
In terms of design, the 849 Testarossa reinvents the angular silhouette that made the original famous with a series of stylistic nods. However, Ferrari chose to go further with a front end as sharp as a blade, featuring the brand’s new signature strip, while the rear lightens up with an astonishing three-section “ducktail” spoiler adapted from the 512 S, which deploys according to speed and driving mode. The result is an elegant fusion of heritage and modernity, appealing yet expected to attract both nostalgic fans and lovers of futuristic lines.
A revolutionary cockpit
Inside, Ferrari dares to shake up habits. Gone is the central screen; infotainment is displayed directly on the driver’s digital dashboard, while the passenger has their own screen. A few details still recall the classics, such as the gear selector inspired by vintage metal grids. A refined nod to history embedded in an ultra-modern environment.
Ferrari surprises by unveiling a Spider version right from the start, displayed in a vibrant yellow that particularly highlights the model’s taut lines. This continues Ferrari’s long-standing tradition of producing coupes alongside convertible versions. As for the price, it has not yet been announced, but it will certainly exceed €500,000, affirming its status as an exceptional hypercar.
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With the 849 Testarossa, Ferrari proves that it can blend nostalgia and innovation. Purists will inevitably miss the legendary flat-12 engine, but one must sadly admit that such mechanics have become utterly anachronistic today. More than just a car, it is a manifesto that Ferrari delivers. The Testarossa legend is reborn to write a new chapter in hybrid performance…
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