Ferrari has officially launched the successor to the 458 Italia in India at Rs 3.88 crore (ex-showroom, India). The 488GTB is not only more powerful than its predecessor, but has also paved the way for turbocharging in modern mid-engined V8 Ferraris. The carmaker has showcased the 488GTB in Delhi and Mumbai.
Marking its return to India last year, Ferrari opened bookings for its entire line-up of models, ranging from the entry-level front-engined California T to the range-topping F12 Berlinetta, in June 2015. The company went on to announce its official re-launch in the country in August with the display of the California T.
Powered by a new 3,902cc twin-turbo V8 – with displacement marginally larger than the California T's 3,855cc unit – the 488GTB pumps out 660bhp and 69.95kgm of torque making it significantly more powerful than its predecessors, the 458 and 458 Speciale, that developed 562bhp and 597bhp respectively. Paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox sending power to the rear wheels, the 488GTB is capable of sprinting from 0-100kph in 3.0 seconds and has a top speed of 330kph.
At present, Ferrari is operating through two dealerships located in Delhi and Mumbai, and is accepting bookings for its model range which includes the California T, the 488GTB, the 458 Spider, the 458 Speciale and the F12 Berlinetta.