Ferrari today launched its latest flagship, the 849 Testarossa in India. The supercar has been introduced at a starting price of around ₹10.37 crore (ex-showroom).

Ferrari currently operates through authorised dealerships in Mumbai and New Delhi, and bookings have already opened and deliveries would likely commence in the second half of the year. 

The 849 Testarossa replaces the Ferrari SF90 Stradale as Ferrari’s top series-production model and represents the company’s continued move towards electrified performance. The car combines a 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine with a plug-in hybrid system and three electric motors, producing a combined output of about 1,050 horsepower. The combustion bit churns 830 horsepower, and the hybrid boosts the performance by adding 220 horsepower.

According to Ferrari, the hybrid powertrain allows the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in under 2.3 seconds, 0 to 200 km/hr in whopping 6.3 seconds, while the top speed is around 330 km/h. The model also features all-wheel drive and an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, designed to manage the high-power output and provide stability at high speeds.

Catering to enthusiasts who like track days, Ferrari is offering the Assetto Fiorano pack for race-like driving experience. The pack includes lighter components, additional aero parts and more gripping tyres, bringing the car's weight by 30 kilograms, thereby reducing drag by nearly 10%.

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How does the hybrid powertrain help?

Electrification plays a key role in the car’s performance. The electric motors help deliver instant torque and improved acceleration, while the hybrid system also allows limited electric-only driving for short distances up to 25 kilometres. Ferrari has been gradually integrating hybrid technology across its performance models as it moves towards a more electrified product portfolio. 

In terms of design, the 849 Testarossa retains Ferrari’s signature low and sculpted stance, with aerodynamic elements aimed at improving airflow, cooling and downforce. 

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Bringing back the Testarossa nametag

The revival of the Testarossa nameplate is also significant, as it recalls one of Ferrari’s most recognisable sports cars, which first made its presence in 1984, linking the brand’s heritage with its latest generation of hybrid technology.

The model will compete with other electrified supercars in the segment, including the Lamborghini Revuelto, as global manufacturers increasingly combine hybrid systems with traditional high-performance engines.