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Ferrari evokes spirit of 1980s with new 849 Testarossa hybrid

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa features a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors, delivering 1,050 hp and achieving a 1.5 kg/hp power-to-weight ratio, surpassing the SF90 Stradale.

  • Ferrari unveiled the 849 Testarossa plug-in hybrid in Milan in 2025, replacing the 2019 SF90 as its top model with a coupe and spider version.
  • The release follows Ferrari regaining the Testarossa trademark in 2023 after not using the name since 1996, reviving the design heritage while adopting modern tech.
  • The 849 Testarossa features a mid-rear 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 and three electric motors producing over 1,000 hp, achieving 0-100 km/h in 2.25 seconds and a top speed above 330 km/h.
  • The coupe starts at $540,000 with European deliveries planned for Q2 2026 and the spider following in Q3, while Ferrari emphasizes improved accessibility, comfort, and daily drivability.
  • Ferrari’s new model signals a shift toward electrification without abandoning petrol and hybrid cars, suggesting a future lineup blending high performance with usability and tradition.
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Ferrari brings back the iconic Testarossa with the 849, a 1,050 hp hybrid sports car that combines a biturbo V8 engine with three electric thrusters

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MotorTrend broke the news in on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
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