Ferrari has brought back the legendary Testarossa name, and this time it signals both a tribute to the past and a step into the future. The newly revealed Ferrari 849 Testarossa is a plug-in hybrid supercar that takes over from the SF90 Stradale as the brand’s latest flagship.
Powering the 849 is a re-engineered twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 producing 830 cv, an increase of 50 over its predecessor. The combination of this and three electric motors generates an additional 220 cv, bringing the total output to an incredible 1,050 cv. The result is the most powerful Ferrari production car to date. The vehicle can go from 0 to 62 mph in less than 2.3 seconds, reach 124 mph in just over 6 seconds, and reach a top speed of 205 mph. The design reinterprets the classic Testarossa spirit while pushing aerodynamics and performance forward. Influences from 1970s sports prototypes are clear in the sharp lines and bold stance. Active aerodynamic elements developed by Ferrari engineers provide 25 kg more downforce at 155 mph than the SF90. The 849 is not only faster but also more composed at high speeds thanks to these updates. Inside, the cockpit takes a more driver-focused approach, replacing many touch surfaces with tactile buttons and introducing a new human-machine interface for better usability.
In the middle of 2026, deliveries will begin in Europe, with U.S. customers following later that year. Prices for the coupe start at 460,000 euros and the Spider at 500,000 euros, but buyers from the United States can expect to pay more because of tariffs. The revival of the Testarossa name follows Ferrari’s successful legal battle to secure the trademark earlier this year, proving the company’s intent to bring the iconic moniker back in a meaningful way. By blending heritage with state-of-the-art hybrid technology, the Ferrari 849 Testarossa reclaims its place as a symbol of performance and innovation while honoring one of the most celebrated names in the brand’s history.
