Ferrari reveals its first EV’s 1000-HP soul but not its body
Ferrari unveiled the chassis and powertrain for its inaugural electric vehicle at its Maranello headquarters. The company provided detailed technical specifications for the model, code-named Elettrica, ahead of a full vehicle reveal planned for next year.
At the event for reporters, the automaker displayed the underlying technology that will form the basis of its first EV. The presentation focused on internal components, including the battery pack, motors, and chassis, but a complete vehicle was not shown. “Elettrica” is a placeholder name, and Ferrari has not finalized an official designation or body style. Speculation based on camouflaged mules seen in Italy suggests the final form could be a shooting-brake, wagon, or small crossover.
Key performance metrics were released, including a top speed of 193 miles per hour and an output of up to 1,000 horsepower in boost mode. The vehicle is projected to accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour (100 kph) in 2.5 seconds. The powertrain is designed to achieve 329 miles of range on a single charge, measured by the WLTP system. While an overall torque figure was not shared, a system will simulate gear-shifting while controlling regenerative braking.
For its auditory signature, Ferrari will amplify actual vibrations from the powertrain instead of using synthetic sounds. Press materials state that an accelerometer mounted under the inverter captures the motor’s vibrations. These vibrations are then processed and projected through a proprietary algorithm to create a distinct sound. This approach is intended to provide an authentic acoustic experience directly linked to the powertrain’s operation.
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The vehicle’s chassis, made of 75 percent recycled aluminum, supports advanced driving technologies. These include independent electric motors for precise control and rear-wheel steering for improved agility. An active suspension system is also featured, which fully eliminates the traditional anti-roll bar. The fast-charging battery is fully integrated into the vehicle’s floor, a design choice intended to establish a low center of gravity. The battery pack itself is assembled by Ferrari, using cells supplied by SK On. The 15-module pack has a gross energy of 122 kWh and uses a nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry.
The Elettrica is being developed on an 800-volt architecture, which facilitates charging at speeds up to 350 kW. With four doors and seating for four or more, the EV will be the automaker’s first four-door vehicle and is expected to resemble the Purosangue SUV. The model targets a demographic of young, affluent buyers, and Reuters reports it is expected to cost at least €500,000 (€580,400). Ferrari has been slower to embrace full electrification, having already delayed a second EV until 2028 due to a lack of demand. Similarly, rival Lamborghini has postponed its first EV until 2029, citing fluctuating demand.