Ferrari has officially entered the electric era with the unveiling of the all-new Ferrari Luce, a groundbreaking high-performance EV designed to expand the brand’s legendary DNA rather than replace it.
Presented at the iconic Vela di Calatrava – Città dello Sport in Rome, the Ferrari Luce marks one of the most important milestones in the company’s modern history. The location also carries symbolic significance, as Ferrari claimed its first-ever victory in Rome back in 1947 with the Ferrari 125 S driven by Franco Cortese.
The Luce represents the culmination of Ferrari’s multi-energy strategy first outlined during the company’s 2022 Capital Markets Day. Rather than abandoning internal combustion technology, Ferrari says electrification is another pathway to push performance, innovation and driving engagement to new levels.
Ferrari Luce Designed As A “New Ferrari,” Not Just An EV
The name “Luce,” meaning light, reflects Ferrari’s intention to illuminate a new direction for the brand. According to Ferrari, the car was conceived as a complete Ferrari experience first and foremost, not merely an electric adaptation of an existing formula.
Development of the Luce involved extensive in-house engineering at Maranello, including the electric motors, battery pack and software systems. Ferrari says the project generated more than 60 new patents, highlighting the scale of technological innovation behind the vehicle.
The design was created in collaboration with LoveFrom, the design collective led by Jony Ive and Marc Newson. Working alongside Ferrari’s design team under Flavio Manzoni, the project introduced a fresh design language while preserving unmistakable Ferrari character.
Four Doors, Five Seats And Radical Ferrari Styling
The Ferrari Luce introduces a completely new architecture for the brand. It features four doors and five seats — a first for Ferrari — made possible by its dedicated electric platform.
Its exterior design focuses heavily on aerodynamic purity. The glass house extends below the beltline, creating a seamless shell-like appearance, while floating aerodynamic wings integrate into the bodywork. Transparent front and rear light panels preserve the clean styling when switched off, while halo-inspired taillights pay tribute to classics like the Ferrari 360 Modena and Ferrari 458 Italia.
Ferrari also fitted the Luce with the largest staggered wheels ever used on a production Ferrari road car: 23-inch wheels up front and massive 24-inch wheels at the rear.
Inside, the cabin combines premium materials such as recycled anodized aluminum, Corning Gorilla Glass and fine leather with advanced digital technology. A 21-speaker, 3,000-watt Ferrari Audio Signature system delivers an immersive sound experience, while Samsung-developed displays integrate seamlessly with physical controls, dials and toggles.
Ferrari Luce Performance: 0–100 KM/H In 2.5 Seconds
Despite weighing 2,260 kg, the Ferrari Luce delivers extraordinary performance figures thanks to a quad-motor all-wheel-drive setup producing 1,050 cv.
Ferrari claims the Luce can sprint from 0–100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds, hit 200 km/h in 6.8 seconds and exceed a top speed of 310 km/h. Driving range is rated at more than 530 km.
The powertrain uses four permanent magnet synchronous motors derived from Ferrari’s F80 technology. The system operates on an 800-volt architecture and is paired with a 122 kWh structural battery pack developed entirely in Maranello.
Fast charging speeds of up to 350 kW are supported, while Ferrari says the power electronics achieve efficiency exceeding 98%.
Advanced Torque Vectoring And Ferrari’s Unique EV Sound
One of the most innovative elements of the Ferrari Luce is its advanced wheel control system. Each wheel features independent traction, regeneration, steering-angle and vertical-movement actuators, allowing real-time torque distribution and exceptional precision.
Ferrari says this technology gives the Luce a uniquely fluid and natural driving feel despite its electric architecture. Torque vectoring, independent rear-wheel steering and adaptive suspension systems all work together to maximize agility.
The Luce also introduces Ferrari’s proprietary approach to EV sound. Instead of artificial noise generation, the system captures vibrations and frequencies from the car’s mechanical components through precision accelerometers. Ferrari then processes and amplifies those sounds to create what it describes as an authentic and functional soundtrack.
Drivers can adjust the sound profile using the e-Manettino and steering-wheel paddles, ranging from near-silent operation to a more expressive driving character.
Ferrari’s Most Aerodynamically Efficient Road Car Ever
Aerodynamics played a major role in the Luce’s development. Ferrari says the EV achieves the lowest drag coefficient of any road car in the company’s history.
Active aerodynamic grilles optimize cooling and efficiency, while the suspension can lower the front ride height by 10 mm at speed to improve airflow. Ferrari also integrated intelligent thermal management software to optimize charging, battery conditioning and energy efficiency.
The chassis combines hollow castings, aluminum extrusions and lightweight structural components, while the battery housing itself contributes significantly to rigidity. Ferrari claims the structure improves bending stiffness by over 25% and torsional rigidity by 35% compared to previous four-door Ferrari models.
The extensive use of recycled aluminum also helps reduce production-related CO₂ emissions by around 70% relative to the vehicle’s overall weight.
A Defining Moment For Ferrari’s Electric Future
The Ferrari Luce is more than just Ferrari’s first EV. It represents a major shift in how the legendary Italian automaker approaches performance, technology and luxury mobility.
Rather than chasing electrification trends alone, Ferrari appears focused on creating an electric supercar that preserves the emotional connection and dynamic character the brand is known for. With over 1,000 cv, cutting-edge software integration and radical engineering solutions, the Luce sets the tone for Ferrari’s next era of performance vehicles.
