Ferrari has lifted the veil on its latest creation, the Ferrari Amalfi, a stunning front-mid-engined V8 2+ coupé that steps in to succeed the elegant Roma. With a name inspired by one of Italy’s most breathtaking coastlines, the Amalfi is more than a replacement — it is a statement. A statement that redefines what modern GT motoring should be: powerful yet practical, sophisticated yet visceral.
A Design That Breathes Movement
At first glance, the Amalfi’s form captures the eye with a sleek, minimalist profile. Gone is the traditional grille, replaced by a floating body-coloured wing over a dark band that smartly integrates the lighting and sensors. This clean-sheet approach to design, executed under the direction of Ferrari Styling Centre chief Flavio Manzoni, gives the Amalfi a monolithic and sculptural appearance, with tight surfacing and sharp graphics that communicate motion, even at rest.
The rear showcases a wraparound character line, hidden taillights, and a pronounced diffuser — aerodynamically functional but visually elegant. The integrated active spoiler remains flush until needed, maintaining design purity. The launch colour, Verde Costiera, adds an oceanic depth, evoking the serene power of the Amalfi coastline.
A Cabin of Intimate Sophistication
Step inside and you’re welcomed into a dual-cockpit interior that expertly blends luxury and performance. Premium materials, contrasting stitching, carbon fibre inlays, and an anodized aluminum center tunnel offer tactile quality and visual dynamism. The layout centers around three digital displays, including a 15.6-inch driver cluster, 10.25-inch central touchscreen, and 8.8-inch passenger display, giving both occupants a full interactive experience.
Ergonomics are elevated with a new steering wheel that reintroduces physical buttons and the iconic red start button — a nod to Ferrari’s driver-first ethos. Optional comfort seats with massage and ventilation further prove that this Ferrari is meant to be lived in, not just admired.
Powertrain: A Masterclass in V8 Evolution
Under that long, sculpted bonnet lies a re-engineered version of Ferrari’s revered 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 (F154 family). With 640 cv (approx. 631 hp) and 760 Nm of torque, the Amalfi is capable of hitting 100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds, and 200 km/h in 9.0 seconds. The redline has been nudged to 7,600 rpm, and its specific output stands at a blistering 166 cv/l.
Turbo response is razor-sharp, thanks to independently controlled turbochargers and bespoke pressure sensors for each bank. The eight-speed dual-clutch transmission — first seen in the SF90 Stradale — is faster and smoother than ever, integrated seamlessly with new engine management software.
Ferrari’s engineers have also fine-tuned the soundtrack, overcoming stricter emissions regulations without losing that unmistakable V8 wail. A flat-plane crankshaft, equal-length exhaust headers, and a proportionally controlled bypass valve ensure an emotional connection from every rev.
Aerodynamics and Dynamics: Science in Motion
Aerodynamically, the Amalfi is as much about downforce as it is about elegance. Active aero plays a central role, with the rear spoiler offering three positions (LD, MD, HD) depending on driving conditions. The system generates up to 110 kg of downforce at 250 km/h, without significantly impacting drag.
Underneath, a flat floor, vortex generators, diffusers, and engine bay ducts manage air intelligently, ensuring cooling, stability, and efficiency. The result is a car that’s as happy carving up the coastline as it is stretching its legs on an autobahn.
The chassis systems are a tour de force: Ferrari’s Side Slip Control 6.1, a faster and more precise EPS-based grip estimation system, and a brake-by-wire system adapted from the 296 GTB. Braking, steering, and throttle inputs work in concert to provide confidence at all speeds, and a feeling of absolute control, whether you’re negotiating tight switchbacks or accelerating out of sweeping bends.
Technology for the Real World
Despite its track-ready DNA, the Amalfi doesn’t shy away from everyday practicality. It offers a 2+ layout with usable rear seats and expanded luggage options — making it one of the few super GTs that can comfortably handle a weekend getaway with the family.
The HMI suite supports Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto®, wireless phone charging, and even offers an optional Burmester® Premium Audio System with 14 speakers and 1,200 watts of power. In addition, a front lifter system, usable up to 35 km/h, helps the Amalfi handle city life with ease.
On the safety front, Ferrari’s most comprehensive ADAS suite is available, including lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, driver attention monitoring, and optional surround-view cameras — showing Ferrari is no longer ignoring digital-era expectations.
Tyres and Maintenance: Confidence, Always
Standard tyres are Bridgestone Potenza Sport or Pirelli P ZERO, carefully chosen to strike the right balance between performance, comfort, and visual proportion, wrapped around 20” wheels with a familiar profile borrowed from the Roma.
Ferrari’s 7-Year Genuine Maintenance Programme ensures the Amalfi stays in peak condition, giving owners access to factory-level care at official service centers — a strong statement of both quality and commitment.
Source: Ferrari
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