The Ferrari F80 has officially been revealed as the latest addition to the hypercar world, taking over from the iconic LaFerrari. Powered by an impressive 1,200 horsepower from its V6 hybrid engine, this stunning machine comes with a price tag of $4 million USD, or approximately 15 million Saudi riyals.
Following the debut of the McLaren W1 2025, which succeeds the legendary McLaren F1 and P1 earlier this month, the Ferrari F80 2025, successor to the Ferrari Enzo and LaFerrari, has now entered the spotlight. Soon to follow in this new era of hybrid-powered hypercar competition will be the Porsche 918 Spyder, ushering in a new chapter for these engineering marvels.
Ferrari F80 Engine and Performance Specs
The 2025 Ferrari F80 doesn’t draw power from the usual V12 engine but instead relies on a hybrid system that pairs a 3.0-liter V6 twin-turbocharged gasoline engine, capable of producing 900 horsepower, with three electric motors generating an additional 325 horsepower. These electric motors are powered by an 800-volt lithium battery pack with a capacity of 2.3 kilowatts per hour, bringing the total output to an astounding 1,200 horsepower when all systems work in tandem. This makes the F80 the most powerful Ferrari ever created.
In terms of speed, the Italian hypercar sprints from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in just 2.15 seconds and can hit 200 km/h (125 mph) in 5.75 seconds. Its top speed reaches 350 km/h (217 mph), giving it a slight edge over the McLaren W1 in terms of performance.
The V6 engine used in the Ferrari F80 is the same one featured in the Ferrari 296 and the 499P Le Mans race car. Despite delivering around 237 more horsepower than the 296, this engine has not added any extra weight to the vehicle.
Ferrari’s engineers made several modifications to enhance the V6’s performance, including adjustments to ignition and injection timing and increasing combustion chamber pressure by 20% compared to the 296 model. The 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission has also been fine-tuned, allowing the engine to reach a maximum speed of 9,000 rpm, with a dynamic limiter at 9,200 rpm.
Ferrari developed the electric motors in-house, incorporating two motors on the front axle, which are supported by an inverter and integrated cooling system, while the third motor is positioned at the rear. The front motors enable torque vectoring and deliver up to 210 kW to the front axle through regenerative braking.
The rear electric motor serves three main purposes: starting the gasoline engine, recovering energy, and providing additional torque when required. This motor contributes 80 extra horsepower to the overall system and can recover 70 kW of energy in regeneration mode.
Chassis and Design
The Ferrari F80 2025 is built on an asymmetric monocoque structure made from carbon fiber and composite materials. The roof is fully constructed from carbon fiber, while the wheels are made of aluminum. Unlike the fixed seating found in other monocoque hypercars like the McLaren W1, the F80 allows the driver’s seat to be adjusted, enhancing driver comfort. Access is made easier thanks to the vehicle’s butterfly doors, which also add to its striking appearance.
Inside, the F80 retains a traditional two-seat configuration with a cockpit designed to focus entirely on the driver—Ferrari refers to this layout as “Configuration 1+”. The dashboard is angled towards the driver for optimal control, and the driver’s seat, a bold red sports bucket, is adjustable, while the passenger seat remains fixed to the chassis. A newly designed steering wheel, with a flatter top and bottom, debuts in the F80 and is expected to be integrated into future Ferrari models.
The F80 rides on Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 or Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires, sized 285/30 at the front and 345/30 at the rear, ensuring maximum grip and handling.
Designed by Flavio Manzoni at the Ferrari Styling Centre in Maranello, the Ferrari F80 incorporates design elements inspired by the brand’s heritage, including a headlight design reminiscent of the Daytona and rear wheel arches inspired by the Ferrari F40. Aerodynamic influences from Formula 1 can be seen throughout the car, with the rear producing 590 kg of downforce, contributing to a total downforce of 1,000 kg at 249 km/h.
Driving Modes and Aerodynamics
The Ferrari F80 features three driving modes—Hybrid, Performance, and Recovery—allowing drivers to adapt the vehicle’s behavior based on driving conditions and performance needs. These modes ensure that the car offers both power and efficiency, suitable for everyday driving and high-performance track use.
In summary, the Ferrari F80 stands as the most powerful Ferrari ever built, pushing the boundaries of hybrid hypercar engineering and setting new standards in both performance and design.
