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Ferrari has unveiled a new twin-turbo hybrid supercar that resurrects one of the most iconic nameplates in the Italian maker’s storied back catalogue.

Offered in coupe and convertible (Spider) form, the 2026 849 Testarossa replaces the SF90 Stradale and extends its twin-turbo V8 plug-in hybrid powertrain to new heights with a combined maximum output of 772kW (1035hp), a record for a production Ferrari, generating 0-100km/h acceleration in a blistering 2.3 seconds and 0-200km/h in just 6.4sec.

Its dry-sumped V8 engine alone generates 611kW/842Nm (+37kW/42Nm) and with three electric motors (two on the front axle, one at the rear) and on-demand all-wheel drive, the new flagship sets a fresh benchmark for Ferrari dynamic performance.

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And to keep the neighbours or City of London officials happy the 7.45kWh lithium-ion drive battery delivers an electric only range of 25km.

Ferrari first applied the name ‘Testa Rossa’ (red head in Italian) to its 500 TR in 1956 to describe the colour of its cam covers, with successive racing and road-going models also adopting the now famous title. 

As well as the powertrain boost the 849’s springs and dampers have been revised and despite the performance increase overall weight is unchanged from the SF90.

An Inconel exhaust manifold sees the diameter of the ducts increase by 20 per cent and length by 10 per cent to help provide an enhanced engine and exhaust soundtrack.

The 2025 Testrossa also features a new braking system including the latest iteration of Ferrari’s ‘ABS Evo’ controller, which “improves braking precision and consistency in all conditions”.

And from an aero point-of-view total downforce at 250km/h is 415kg (+25kg) and cooling is claimed to be improved by 15 per cent.

The interior has been redesigned drawing inspiration from the F80 with an integrated gear-change gate, a new steering wheel (equipped with mechanical buttons including engine start) and a “simpler and more intuitive” HMI system.

A co-development program with Bridgestone, Michelin and Pirelli has produced specific Michelin Pilot Sport Cup2 & Cup2R, Pirelli PZero R and Bridgestone Potenza Sport 20-inch tyre options (265/35 fr - 325/30 rr).

Offered in ‘Bianco Cervino’ and ‘Rosso Corsa’ only, an Assetto Fiorano trim level has been developed to maximise the car's dynamic and aero performance along with a 30kg weight reduction thanks to the extensive use of carbon-fibre and titanium.

Other personalisation options include two new colours - ‘Rosso Fiammante’ and ‘Giallo Ambra’ and a new Alcantara trim called ‘Giallo Siena’.

Local pricing, availability and launch timing are yet to be confirmed but Ferrari Australasia told CarsGuide the price will likely be close to the SF90 Stradale’s current circa $850K, before on-road costs ask.