Ferrari Amalfi: A New Era of Performance and Elegance
Ferrari has introduced the Amalfi as a new addition to its lineup, serving as a replacement for the Roma. This front-mid-engine V8 2+ coupé is designed to offer an exceptional blend of high performance, versatility, and refined aesthetics. The Amalfi is tailored for those who seek thrilling driving experiences without compromising on comfort and style.
Design and Aesthetics
The design of the Amalfi reflects a fluid and minimalist approach, with sculpted volumes and clean surfaces that convey modernity and dynamism. The front of the car features a large air intake and a long, sculpted bonnet housing the 640 cv turbo V8 engine. At the rear, an integrated active spoiler enhances high-speed stability, while forged wheels and carbon fiber details add to the sporty and sophisticated aesthetic.
Inside the cabin, the Amalfi adopts a dual-cockpit layout, with a new steering wheel featuring physical buttons and the return of the iconic start button. The integrated central display and ergonomic controls ensure intuitive interaction with the car, even during dynamic driving. Extensive use of carbon fiber and contrasting stitching adds a touch of exclusivity, while the 2+ configuration allows the rear seats to be used, significantly increasing the car’s practicality and cargo capacity.
Powertrain and Performance
At the heart of the Ferrari Amalfi is an evolved twin-turbo V8 derived from the award-winning F154 family, capable of delivering 640 cv thanks to new turbocharging calibrations. The highly acclaimed eight-speed dual-clutch transmission ensures fast and smooth gear changes. Performance is outstanding: 0–100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 9.0 seconds, with a power-to-weight ratio of 2.29 kg/hp, the best in its class.
Driving dynamics have been refined with the introduction of the brake-by-wire system, the ‘ABS Evo’ controller designed for all surfaces and conditions, and a recalibrated steering box for even more precise and progressive response. Active aerodynamics, with the new integrated rear mobile wing, ensure stability in all driving conditions and Manettino positions, helping to maximize dynamic performance.
Technology and Infotainment
The Ferrari Amalfi incorporates the latest technological solutions from the Ferrari range. The infotainment system is fully connected, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard, paired with wireless smartphone charging. The new steering wheel, digital instrument cluster, and 10.25” horizontal central display offer an advanced human-machine interface designed to engage both driver and passenger. Among the features available on request is the addition of the front lifter system usable up to 35 km/h, allowing the car to easily overcome urban obstacles by raising it by up to 40 mm.
Completing the onboard experience, the optional Burmester premium audio system offers an immersive sound environment, designed to accompany every journey with quality and detail.
Engine Details
The engine of the Ferrari Amalfi represents the latest evolution of the 3855-cc twin-turbo V8 from the F154 family, the one that has received the most international awards in recent automotive history. In this configuration, the power unit has been optimized to deliver a maximum output of 640 cv at 7,500 rpm, with a specific power of 166 cv/l and a redline raised to 7,600 rpm, allowing full exploitation of its continuously increasing power curve.
The performance increase was achieved through an advanced turbocharging management system, enabling independent control of the rotational speed of the two turbochargers with dedicated calibration and an increase in the maximum turbo speed up to 171,000 rpm. This approach improves throttle response and boosts pressure control precision, also thanks to the introduction of dedicated pressure sensors for each cylinder bank.
Exterior Styling
The Ferrari Amalfi represents a new interpretation of the archetype of the 2+ coupé berlinetta with a front-mid-mounted V8 engine, blending tradition and innovation in a design language that evolves the aesthetic standards of the Maranello marque. The exterior design develops from a sleek, monolithic speedform that gives the car a strong and dynamic identity. The surfaces are treated with a minimalist approach, where sharp lines and geometric volumes define a sculpted and coherent body.
The front, devoid of a traditional grille, is distinguished by a floating body-coloured wing above a dark recessed band, discreetly integrating sensors and headlights. The lower splitter completes the composition, emphasizing the visual width and sportiness of the whole. The rear is defined by a strong character line that wraps around the entire volume, culminating in a compact and clean tail.
Interior Design
Inside, the Ferrari Amalfi adopts a dual-cockpit layout that envelops both driver and passenger in two visually connected cells, linked by the dashboard, door panels, and central tunnel. The cocoon effect is enhanced by a faceted surface that breaks the symmetry and highlights the central touchscreen display, creating a formal interaction between the two occupants. The interior design has been simplified to achieve a clean and contemporary language, with extensive use of premium materials and integrated technological solutions.
The dashboard features, for the first time, a monolithic layout in which the instrument cluster and air vents are fused into a single block. The central tunnel, milled from a block of anodized aluminium, is suspended and sculpted, housing functional elements such as the gear selector gate, key slot, wireless charging pad, and secondary controls.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
The Ferrari Amalfi’s onboard experience has been designed to offer intuitive, engaging, and technologically advanced interaction, thanks to a completely renewed HMI (Human-Machine Interface) system and a series of solutions aimed at enhancing comfort and quality of life on board. The new steering wheel, equipped with physical buttons, marks a return to tactile controls, with a layout designed to ensure maximum ergonomics and ease of recognition in all driving conditions.
The HMI system is structured around three main displays. The 15.6” digital instrument cluster provides all driving and vehicle dynamics information. At the center of the dashboard, a 10.25” capacitive touchscreen allows both driver and passenger to access key functions: multimedia, radio, phone, screen mirroring, climate control, seat adjustments, and vehicle settings. Finally, the 8.8” passenger display offers a true co-driver experience, showing parameters such as G-forces and engine revs.
Vehicle Dynamics
The vehicle dynamics of the Ferrari Amalfi represent a significant evolution in the landscape of front-engined 2+ coupés, thanks to the integration of the most advanced technologies developed by Ferrari in recent years. At the heart of this system is the introduction of brake-by-wire, a solution that significantly improves braking efficiency, reduces pedal travel, and enhances modulation — even in situations where ABS is engaged.
The ABS Evo system, first introduced on the 296 GTB and further developed for the Ferrari Purosangue and Ferrari 12Cilindri, has been adapted to ensure optimal performance on all surfaces and in all Manettino modes. This controller uses data from the 6D sensor to precisely estimate the vehicle’s speed and determine the optimal slip for each wheel, thereby optimizing brake force distribution.
The result is greater effectiveness in straight-line braking and in mixed conditions, where lateral stability and longitudinal deceleration must be balanced. The precision of these estimates also allows for greater repeatability of manoeuvres, reducing variations caused by mechanical tolerances or environmental conditions, such as tarmac temperature.
Safety and Driver Assistance
To support vehicle dynamics, the Ferrari Amalfi also employs a rear active spoiler, which is activated depending on longitudinal and lateral acceleration. In dynamic driving conditions — such as hard braking or high-speed cornering — the spoiler automatically shifts to the High Downforce configuration, generating additional rear aerodynamic downforce and contributing to the car’s overall stability.
In terms of safety and driver assistance, the Ferrari Amalfi is equipped with a comprehensive suite of next-generation ADAS systems. Available features include: Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Detection, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, automatic high beam, traffic sign recognition and assistance and driver drowsiness and distraction detection, as well as optional Surround View and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
All systems are configurable via the instrument cluster menus and integrate seamlessly with the car’s electronic architecture, which includes front and rear radar, cameras, and dedicated control units. Together, these technologies enable the Ferrari Amalfi to deliver a precise, responsive, and engaging driving experience, where every system works in harmony to ensure maximum control and driving pleasure — regardless of road conditions or driving style.
