Ferrari has never been shy about pushing limits, but the Ferrari 849 Testarossa feels like a genuine step-change — a car that sits at the very top of the lineup and makes no apologies for it.
It replaces the SF90 Stradale, which was no slouch itself, but the 849 Testarossa arrives with a more evolved hybrid architecture and a clear ambition: to redefine what a Ferrari flagship can do in 2026.
The powertrain is where the story starts. A mid-rear twin-turbo V8 works alongside three electric motors to produce a combined 1,050 cv. The combustion engine alone puts out 830 cv, with the electric motors handling instant torque delivery and filling in wherever the V8 needs a moment to breathe. There’s also a full electric-only mode offering up to 25 kilometres of silent running — not something you’d expect from a car built like this, but Ferrari has made it work.
The aerodynamics deserve equal attention. The twin-tail rear design and active rear spoiler aren’t just visual flourishes — they’re functional, managing airflow at the kind of speeds this car is capable of. Ferrari has pulled heavily from its racing programme here, and it shows in the details.
The electronics package is equally serious. ABS Evo braking and the FIVE vehicle dynamics estimator work in the background constantly, keeping the car planted and the driver confident without dulling the experience.
Then there’s the name. Testarossa carries real weight in Ferrari’s history, and bringing it back isn’t something the brand would do casually. The 849 earns it — blending that heritage with genuinely futuristic engineering rather than leaning on nostalgia alone.
Few cars at any price point can claim this combination of performance, hybrid sophistication and aerodynamic precision. The 849 Testarossa makes a strong case for being the most complete Ferrari ever built.