Ferrari 849 Testarossa Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

Ferrari 849 Testarossa Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

The name Testarossa isn’t just a model it’s motoring royalty. Born in 1984 as the successor to the Berlinetta Boxer, the original Testarossa became an icon of '80s excess, performance, and Italian flair. Its wide hips, side strakes, and flat-12 roar made it one of Ferrari most recognizable and beloved supercars a symbol of an era.

Introducing the Ferrari 849 Testarossa not a retro rebirth, but a spiritual successor reborn for the hybrid age. Replacing the SF90 Stradale, this next-generation hypercar combines extreme power, track-shattering performance, and subtle nods to its legendary namesake.

At its core lies an evolved version of Ferrari famed F154 twin-turbo V-8 engine, upgraded with:

• Stronger internal components
• Larger turbochargers
• Output: 818 horsepower from the combustion engine alone

But the real magic comes from electrification:

• Three electric motors: two up front, one at the rear
• Combined electric output: 216 hp
• Total system output: 1,036 horsepower

Power is sent to all four wheels via Ferrari advanced hybrid all-wheel-drive system, complete with torque vectoring for razor-sharp handling.

Ferrari 849 Testarossa Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

Thanks to a 6.5-kWh battery pack, the 849 can drive up to 16 miles on pure electric power at speeds up to 81 mph making it one of the few hypercars that can actually go green when needed.

The numbers speak for themselves:

• 0–62 mph (100 km/h) in just 2.3 seconds
• Top speed of 205 mph
• Fiorano lap time: 1:17.5 a full 1.5 seconds faster than the SF90 Stradale (1:19.0)

This isn’t just evolution. It’s domination.

To keep the 849 planted at high speeds, Ferrari engineered a sophisticated aerodynamic system:

• Active rear spoiler that deploys or retracts in under a second
• Two smaller "twin tail" spoilers integrated into the rear bumper
• Combined, they generate 915 pounds of downforce at 155 mph 55 lbs more than the SF90

For track-focused buyers, the Assetto Fiorano package adds even more aggressive aero and sheds 66 lbs (30 kg) through lightweight materials like carbon fiber and titanium bringing dry weight to just 3,462 lbs (1,570 kg).

Ferrari 849 Testarossa Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

While the 849 doesn’t mimic the original Testarossa’s boxy silhouette, it pays homage through subtle design cues:

• A gloss black trim strip connecting the headlights, echoing recent models like the F80 and 12Cilindri
• A lower front bumper angle that subtly recalls the iconic front fascia of the 1984 original
• Sharper lines, wider haunches, and functional vents that scream performance

It’s a modern interpretation respectful, yet unmistakably forward-looking.

Like all great Ferraris, the 849 is available in both body styles:

• 849 Coupe
• 849 Spider, featuring a retractable hardtop that stows in just 14 seconds, even at speeds up to 28 mph

Due to the roof mechanism, the Spider weighs approximately 200 lbs more than the coupe but loses none of the drama.

Inside, the 849 marks a return to driver-centric philosophy:

• Scalloped cockpit design frames the driver’s seat like a race car
• Physical buttons return to the steering wheel, replacing touch-sensitive controls from recent models
• Digital instrument cluster features:
• Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
• MyFerrari Connect
• Wireless smartphone charging

It’s a cabin that blends cutting-edge tech with analog driving purity exactly what enthusiasts have been asking for.

Ferrari 849 Testarossa Specs, Price, and Release Date: Full Breakdown

Ferrari hasn’t confirmed U.S. pricing, but expect the 849 Testarossa to start well above the SF90’s $550,000 base price.

In Europe:

• Coupe: €460,000 (~$540,000 USD)
• Spider: €500,000 (~$586,000 USD)

Given demand and exclusivity, most examples will likely sell far above MSRP.

Production is set to begin in 2026, but Ferrari is already accepting pre-orders a sign of strong client interest.

With limited availability and immense performance, the 849 won’t be easy to secure. 

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