Ferrari has been taking its entry-level GT cars on a little tour of Italy, first the Portofino, then the Roma, and now the all-new Ferrari Amalfi. Named after the stunning Amalfi Coast, this new model builds on what people loved about the Roma and fixes what they didn’t.
Inside: Real Buttons Are Back
One of the biggest complaints about recent Ferraris was the overuse of touch-sensitive buttons, especially on the steering wheel. In cars like the SF90 and 296, everything felt too digital and hard to use while driving.Ferrari has listened. The Amalfi brings back real physical buttons, including the classic engine start button on the steering wheel. The dashboard layout is still modern, but easier to use. No more haptic touch panels for simple tasks.The interior keeps the “two-pod” layout from the Roma, where the driver and passenger have their own spaces. But it’s been improved. There’s a thinner, floating center console made from carbon fiber, with soft Alcantara and leather-style trim on the sides. It feels more open and more comfortable.There’s also a passenger screen for checking speed, music, and other info—still there, just less in your face
Pure V8 Power, No Hybrids Here
While some recent Prancing Horse models have gone hybrid, Ferrari has kept the Amalfi fully petrol-powered. It runs a 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8 that’s been upgraded to deliver 471 kW (631 hp) and 760 Nm of torque. There’s no electric assist, just raw engine performance.
The power goes through an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, mounted at the rear to balance the car better. Ferrari says the Amalfi is quicker and more responsive than the Roma, and it shows—0 to 100 km/h takes just 3.3 seconds.
The Name: Why “Amalfi”?
Ferrari says the Amalfi name reflects the feeling of this car—cruising down the coast, enjoying the drive, and taking in the view. It’s not about lap times or high-tech gadgets. It’s about enjoying the road, the sound of the engine, and the feel of a great GT.It’s Ferrari’s way of reminding us that not every car needs to be a hybrid or a track weapon. Some just need to be fun to drive.
Rivals: Who Else Is in This Space?
The Amalfi sits in a popular corner of the market for luxury GTs with big performance. Its main rivals include the Aston Martin DB12, the Porsche 911 Turbo S, and the Bentley Continental GT.But while those cars lean heavily into tech, comfort, or all-wheel drive grip, the Amalfi is going the other way. It’s lighter, more focused, and built around driver enjoyment.The Roma Before It
The Ferrari Roma came out a few years ago as a stylish, daily-drivable Ferrari. People loved how it looked and how it drove, but some didn’t like the tech-heavy interior. The Amalfi fixes that.It keeps the Roma’s best parts—clean design, smooth power, everyday usability—but adds a sharper engine, better handling, and a simpler cabin.So while the Amalfi replaces the Roma, it really feels like a proper upgrade.
Price and Availability
Pricing hasn’t been officially announced yet, but expect the Ferrari Amalfi to cost around €250,000 before options. That puts it in line with its rivals, but still makes it the most affordable new Ferrari you can buy.Final Thoughts
The Ferrari Amalfi is proof that less can be more. No hybrid tricks. No overloaded screens. Just a beautiful car with a big V8, real buttons, and an interior that makes sense.Ferrari listened to its fans and built a GT that brings back the joy of driving. It may be the new entry-level Ferrari, but it feels like a return to the brand’s roots in many waysIf the Roma was the warm-up, the Amalfi is the real deal.
