After years of anticipation by the international automotive fraternity, Ferrari recently unveiled the Purosangue, the first-ever four-door, four-seater car in the Prancing Horse’s 75-year history, in the "magnificently atmospheric" surroundings of the Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico (Pisa), Italy.
"In the culmination of 75 years of leading-edge research, Ferrari has created a car that is unique on the world stage: not only do performance, driving pleasure and comfort co-exist in perfect harmony, but it is also a peerless encapsulation of the Prancing Horse’s iconic DNA. Which is the reason why the name Purosangue, Italian for ‘thoroughbred’, was chosen," according to a press statement issued in Doha by Alfardan Sports Motors, the official Ferrari importer in Qatar.
To enable the company to achieve the ambitious goals set for this project and create a car worthy of a place in its range, a completely different layout and innovative proportions compared to modern GT archetypes (so-called crossovers and SUVs) were adopted.
The Purosangue has a mid-front-mounted engine with the gearbox at the rear to create a sporty transaxle layout. The Power Transfer Unit is coupled in front of the engine to provide a unique 4x4 transmission. This delivers exactly the 49:51% weight distribution that Maranello’s engineers deem optimal for a mid-front-engined sports car.
It is the only car with these proportions to sport a mid-front-mounted, naturally-aspirated V12: Maranello’s most iconic engine debuts in this brand-new configuration to ensure the car unleashes more power than any other in the segment (725cv) while guaranteeing the most enthralling Ferrari engine soundtrack. Further, it can deliver 80% torque even at low revs for unique driving pleasure at all times.
Ferrari has given the Purosangue the latest iterations of the vehicle dynamic control systems introduced on its most powerful and exclusive sports cars, including independent four-wheel steering and ABS ‘evo’ with the 6-way Chassis Dynamic Sensor (6w-CDS). Making its world debut is the F.A.S.T. (Ferrari Active Suspension Technology) system. This effectively controls body roll in corners as well as the tyre contact patch over high-frequency bumps to deliver the same performance and handling response as in one of the marque’s sports cars.
The all-new chassis has a carbon-fibre roof as standard to keep weight down and lower the centre of gravity. Redesigning the bodyshell from scratch also meant the designers could incorporate rear-hinged back doors (welcome doors) to make ingress and egress easier while keeping the car as compact as possible. The cabin has four generous heated electric seats that will comfortably accommodate four adults. The boot is the largest ever seen on a Ferrari and the rear seats fold to increase the luggage space.
The Purosangue offers class-leading performance figures (from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and from 0 to 200 in 10.6 seconds); the driving position and the heady, naturally-aspirated V12 soundtrack deliver an entirely new yet also entirely Ferrari driving experience.
The Purosangue’s engine (code-named F140IA) was designed to produce the highest amount of torque at low revs possible without losing the feeling of linear, never-ending power typical of Ferrari’s naturally-aspirated V12s.
Eighty percent of the maximum torque is on tap at just 2,100rpm and it peaks at 716 Nm at 6,250rpm. Maximum power of 725cv is reached at 7,750rpm and throttle response is characteristic of a real sports car.
A vast array of comfort-focused content is provided as standard, such as the Burmester audio system, and the many optional extras including the brand-new Alcantara upholstery, derived from certified recycled polyester, make the Purosangue the most complete four-door, four-seater in the segment, the statement adds.
The Purosangue is equipped with the new ABS ‘evo’ controller co-designed with Bosch and integrated with the brake-by-wire system that debuted on the 296 GTB. For the Purosangue, its function has been further developed to cope with low grip surfaces and in all Manettino settings, thus optimising performance and repeatability in all road conditions. This new controller uses information from the Electronic Stability Control to much more precisely estimate the car’s speed in order to determine the slip target for the four wheels under braking.
The Purosangue offers an impressive array of driver assistance features as standard, many of which were developed in collaboration with Bosch, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Brake System, Auto High Beam, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Traffic Sign Recognition, Driver Drowsiness and Attention, and rear-view parking camera.
A function being made available for the first time on a Ferrari is Hill Descent Control, which helps the driver to maintain and control the car’s speed, shown on the dash, on steep descents.
Its sleek, athletic exterior sets the Purosangue apart from other four-door, four-seater cars on the market, and the mid-front-mounted naturally-aspirated V12 combine with a sublimely comfortable, luxuriously roomy and impeccably appointed cabin.
Ferrari’s quality standards and increasing focus on client service underpin the extended seven-year maintenance programme offered with the Purosangue. Available across the entire range, the latter covers all regular maintenance for the first seven years of the car’s life.
"In the culmination of 75 years of leading-edge research, Ferrari has created a car that is unique on the world stage: not only do performance, driving pleasure and comfort co-exist in perfect harmony, but it is also a peerless encapsulation of the Prancing Horse’s iconic DNA. Which is the reason why the name Purosangue, Italian for ‘thoroughbred’, was chosen," according to a press statement issued in Doha by Alfardan Sports Motors, the official Ferrari importer in Qatar.
A view of the interior.
To enable the company to achieve the ambitious goals set for this project and create a car worthy of a place in its range, a completely different layout and innovative proportions compared to modern GT archetypes (so-called crossovers and SUVs) were adopted.
The Purosangue has a mid-front-mounted engine with the gearbox at the rear to create a sporty transaxle layout. The Power Transfer Unit is coupled in front of the engine to provide a unique 4x4 transmission. This delivers exactly the 49:51% weight distribution that Maranello’s engineers deem optimal for a mid-front-engined sports car.
The cabin has four generous heated electric seats that will comfortably accommodate four adults.
It is the only car with these proportions to sport a mid-front-mounted, naturally-aspirated V12: Maranello’s most iconic engine debuts in this brand-new configuration to ensure the car unleashes more power than any other in the segment (725cv) while guaranteeing the most enthralling Ferrari engine soundtrack. Further, it can deliver 80% torque even at low revs for unique driving pleasure at all times.
Ferrari has given the Purosangue the latest iterations of the vehicle dynamic control systems introduced on its most powerful and exclusive sports cars, including independent four-wheel steering and ABS ‘evo’ with the 6-way Chassis Dynamic Sensor (6w-CDS). Making its world debut is the F.A.S.T. (Ferrari Active Suspension Technology) system. This effectively controls body roll in corners as well as the tyre contact patch over high-frequency bumps to deliver the same performance and handling response as in one of the marque’s sports cars.
The all-new chassis has a carbon-fibre roof as standard to keep weight down and lower the centre of gravity. Redesigning the bodyshell from scratch also meant the designers could incorporate rear-hinged back doors (welcome doors) to make ingress and egress easier while keeping the car as compact as possible. The cabin has four generous heated electric seats that will comfortably accommodate four adults. The boot is the largest ever seen on a Ferrari and the rear seats fold to increase the luggage space.
The Purosangue offers class-leading performance figures (from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and from 0 to 200 in 10.6 seconds); the driving position and the heady, naturally-aspirated V12 soundtrack deliver an entirely new yet also entirely Ferrari driving experience.
The Purosangue’s engine (code-named F140IA) was designed to produce the highest amount of torque at low revs possible without losing the feeling of linear, never-ending power typical of Ferrari’s naturally-aspirated V12s.
Eighty percent of the maximum torque is on tap at just 2,100rpm and it peaks at 716 Nm at 6,250rpm. Maximum power of 725cv is reached at 7,750rpm and throttle response is characteristic of a real sports car.
A vast array of comfort-focused content is provided as standard, such as the Burmester audio system, and the many optional extras including the brand-new Alcantara upholstery, derived from certified recycled polyester, make the Purosangue the most complete four-door, four-seater in the segment, the statement adds.
The Purosangue is equipped with the new ABS ‘evo’ controller co-designed with Bosch and integrated with the brake-by-wire system that debuted on the 296 GTB. For the Purosangue, its function has been further developed to cope with low grip surfaces and in all Manettino settings, thus optimising performance and repeatability in all road conditions. This new controller uses information from the Electronic Stability Control to much more precisely estimate the car’s speed in order to determine the slip target for the four wheels under braking.
The Purosangue offers an impressive array of driver assistance features as standard, many of which were developed in collaboration with Bosch, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Brake System, Auto High Beam, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Traffic Sign Recognition, Driver Drowsiness and Attention, and rear-view parking camera.
A function being made available for the first time on a Ferrari is Hill Descent Control, which helps the driver to maintain and control the car’s speed, shown on the dash, on steep descents.
Its sleek, athletic exterior sets the Purosangue apart from other four-door, four-seater cars on the market, and the mid-front-mounted naturally-aspirated V12 combine with a sublimely comfortable, luxuriously roomy and impeccably appointed cabin.
Ferrari’s quality standards and increasing focus on client service underpin the extended seven-year maintenance programme offered with the Purosangue. Available across the entire range, the latter covers all regular maintenance for the first seven years of the car’s life.