Ferrari's new car, the F80, was officially unveiled on October 17, 2024 As the successor to the Ferrari GTO and LaFerrari Aperta, this new supercar is getting a lot of attention.
Overview
Price and Limited: The F80 is priced at €3.6 million (approximately $3.9 million) and is limited to a production run of 799 units worldwide. Despite the high price, this model has already sold out, reflecting its extremely hot market and collector value.
Delivery: Deliveries are expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025 or early 2026.
Exterior
The F80's dimensions are 4840mm (L)/2060mm (W)/1138mm (H), with a wheelbase of 2665mm. The exterior design is inspired by Ferrari's F1 race cars and aerospace technology, showing a strong track aesthetic and a sense of the future.
Front Face Design: The front face of the F80 features a number of aerodynamic channels and air intake grille, combined with a three-wing front wing design, which effectively guides the airflow to form a low-pressure zone at the bottom of the body, generating up to 460 kilograms of maximum downforce for the front of the body to enhance the stability and maneuverability of the vehicle.
Detailed features: both sides of the headlights are hidden in a visor-like “black screen” structure, unique shape to enhance the visual impact. The sidelines are smooth and taut, with vertical panels at the end of the wheel arches extending forward in honor of the Ferrari F40. In addition, the F80 is equipped with the same butterfly-wing doors as the LaFerrari, featuring a two-axis pivoting hinge mechanism that opens vertically to an angle of nearly 90°, making it easy for passengers to enter and exit the car.
Interior
The F80's interior design is equally impressive, with a fixed seat for the passenger and an emphasis on a driver-focused layout.
Seating: standard design for two, but creates a single-seat experience. The passenger seat is fixed, designed to further narrow the interior space and enhance the driver's sense of focus.
Steering Wheel: The new car features a new steering wheel, which has been downsized in size compared to the previous model, with flatter top and bottom edges, designed to widen the view of the main driver. Physical buttons have been reintroduced on the left and right sides of the steering wheel, replacing the all-digital layout that Ferrari has used in recent years and emphasizing practicality.
Engine
Engine: The F80 is powered by a 3.0-liter 120° V6 F163CF engine with a maximum output of approximately 1,224 hp. Derived from the Ferrari 499P race car, the engine combines advanced statistical burst control technology and a titanium screw design to achieve higher combustion chamber pressure and a lighter overall weight.
Hybrid system: The F80 is equipped with three electric motors, two of which are mounted on the front axle and the third at the rear of the car. The electric motors are boosted to a maximum speed of 30,000 rpm, delivering an additional 408 horsepower, bringing the total horsepower output to a staggering 1,632 horsepower. The new car also features an innovative DC/AC converter capable of switching between three different voltages - 800V, 48V and 12V.
Performance: With a top speed of 350 km/h and zero 100 km/h acceleration in just 2.15 seconds, the F80 demonstrates extreme acceleration and power performance, fully in keeping with its status as a supercar.
Highlights
Aerodynamic Design: The F80 features a number of aerodynamic optimizations and innovations, with an active rear wing and a large diffuser. At speeds of up to 250km/h, the rear wing and diffuser are capable of generating 590kg of downforce, ensuring the vehicle's stability at high speeds.
Driver Assistance Systems: The F80 is equipped with today's mainstream Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) as standard, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning and Lane Keeping Assist, etc., which enhance driving safety and convenience.
Regular Maintenance Service: For the first time, Ferrari offers a seven-year Regular Maintenance Service for a supercar series, including all regular maintenance for seven years.
Reaction & Dispute
Although the F80 is technically outstanding, its exterior design has sparked some controversy. Some users believe that the F80's design elements appear fragmented and lack a sense of unity, failing to meet Ferrari's usual aesthetic standards. In addition, while the combination of a 3.0T twin-turbo engine and a three-motor hybrid is impeccable in terms of performance, some enthusiasts felt that this choice ignored the appeal of multi-cylinder and large-displacement engines for traditionally fuel-efficient cars.
Despite the controversy, the F80 was sold out before its release, and Ferrari's share price rose after the release, showing the market's continued optimism in the value of the Ferrari brand.The F80 is not only a track machine with outstanding performance, but also a masterpiece representing Ferrari's spirit of innovation and relentless pursuit of a new energy era. It perfectly combines speed and passion, showing the world the ambition and future vision of the Ferrari brand.
Adrian is an Editor. Psychology graduate with over 4 years in the automotive industry, 3 in front of the camera. Occasionally seen at his family owned tyre shop. He will only buy cars that pass the big bottle test.
