Ferrari Elettrica 2026: Inside Ferrari’s First 1,000HP Electric Supercar

Powertrain, performance, and range

The Elettrica uses a 122 kWh battery with up to 350 kW charging and a quad-motor layout (two motors per axle). Ferrari claims >1,000 hp total, 93% efficiency, a top speed above 190 mph, and a rear-biased output split (286 hp front, 842 hp rear).

Despite a curb weight near 2,300 kg, the car keeps a balanced stance with a 47:53 front/rear split and a center of gravity approximately 80 mm lower than comparable ICE models — improvements aimed at sharper handling and stability.

Design, cabin, and sound strategy

Ferrari hasn’t shown the final exterior, but the Elettrica will be a four-seater with a short wheelbase and a driver-forward seating position to maximize feedback. Rather than imitating internal combustion noise, engineers are amplifying electric powertrain vibrations to create an “authentic aural experience” that communicates performance to the driver.

Controls and chassis tech

New control systems include a Torque Shift Engagement right-paddle that varies acceleration in five steps, and a left paddle that simulates engine braking. An eManettino provides Range, Tour, and Performance modes, while a revised Manettino adds a Dry setting between Wet and Sport.

Active suspension—evolved from the Purosangue and F8 family—works with a Vehicle Control Unit, making 200 adjustments per second to tune steering, damping, and assists in real time.

Engineering details for refinement

To tackle NVH and maintain comfort, Ferrari has introduced its first separate rear subframe and refined bushes to isolate e-axle vibrations and road noise. The Elettrica will offer five tire choices (three summer compounds, one winter, and a run-flat), optimized for low rolling resistance without sacrificing grip.

While Ferrari hasn’t confirmed brakes, a high-end carbon-ceramic system is expected, given the car’s mass and performance envelope.

Why it matters

The Elettrica is more than Ferrari’s first EV: it’s a test of whether the brand can preserve emotional engagement without an internal combustion soundtrack. Early indications show Ferrari is designing the car to feel distinctly like a Ferrari — fast, focused, and emotionally resonant — even in silence. For enthusiasts following electric vehicle developments, this represents a pivotal moment in high-performance automotive engineering.

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The Ferrari Elettrica represents a defining moment in automotive history—a marque synonymous with combustion power and visceral sound now embracing full electrification. With over 1,000 hp, quad-motor precision, and engineering rooted in decades of supercar innovation, Ferrari isn't simply building an electric car; they're redefining what an EV can be.

The Elettrica's focus on driver engagement, authentic feedback, and performance-first design shows that electrification doesn't mean compromise. As the 2026 launch approaches, one thing is clear: Ferrari is determined to prove that the future of high-performance driving can be electric, emotional, and unmistakably Ferrari.