Ferrari 849 Testarossa quick review

Ferrari 849 Testarossa quick review

The revived nameplate replaces the SF90 as the carmaker's flagship.

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Exterior design and engineering

- Sharp, almost concept-car silhouette

- Draws design cues from Ferrari’s ’70s sports prototypes

- Twin-tail rear inspired by the 512 S and 512 M racers

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Interior space and comfort

- Split cabin layout from the SF90 is retained

- Steering wheel gets physical buttons for most key functions

- Suitably high quality of materials

- Storage is limited in the cabin

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Engine and specs

- 4-litre V8 with 3 electric motors; 7.45kWh battery

- 1,050hp total output; 8-speed twin-clutch auto gearbox

- 1,700kg hyper hybrid does the 0-100kph sprint in 2.3 seconds

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Performance

- Staggering acceleration; 8,300rpm redline

- Mildest pedal squeeze results in an immediate and brutal response

- E-motors fill power gaps and turbo lag

- Compared to the 296 GTB’s V6, the V8 here is less vocal

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Handling

- Extremely stable and predictable around curves

- Quick steering, though not as hyperactive as the 296’s

- Weight is concentrated between the axles for good agility

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Ferrari 849 Testarossa

Price and verdict

- Rs 10.37 crore (ex-showroom, before options)

- Represents the absolute peak of Italian marque's regular production range

- Outrageous straight-line pace, cutting-edge hybrid tech and unmistakable road presence

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