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The practical V12 Ferrari FF - four-seat, four-wheel-drive, 660 bhp

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Ferrari's new four-seat, four-wheel-drive, 660 bhp V12 FF
Maranello's latest model also offers standards of passenger space, comfort, in-car spec and equipment previously unheard of in such a high-performance car.
Exceptional performance levels come courtesy of the new 6,262 cc direct injection engine which develops 660 CV at 8,000 rpm. In tandem with its transaxle dual-clutch F1 gearbox, stunning acceleration figures (0-100 km/h in 3.7 sec.) are guaranteed.
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Ferrari’s new FF is unquestionably the most practical and versatile Ferrari yet. Four-seats, four wheel drive and the carrying capacity of a “shooting brake”, all styled by Pininfarina, offer a previously unavailable blend of sporting DNA and usability. The technological input is as one might expect from a company at the forefront of Formula One – an innovative lightweight four wheel drive system, the latest magnetorheological damping system, a transaxle dual-clutch F1 gearbox. It’s the unprecedented provision for four people and their luggage which makes it a milestone though. Bravo Ferrari.

The FF features the company’s first ever four-wheel drive system. Ferrari’s exclusive, patented 4RM (four-wheel drive) weighs 50 per cent less than a conventional four-wheel drive system, maintaining perfect weight distribution (53 per cent over the rear axle). Completely integrated with the car’s electronic dynamic control systems, the four-wheel drive technology delivers record levels of performance on all terrains and in all conditions via continuous and intelligent predictive torque distribution to all four wheels. The FF is also equipped with the latest magnetorheological damping system (SCM3), as well as the most recent development in carbon-ceramic brakes from Brembo.

Exceptional performance levels come courtesy of the new 6,262 cc direct injection engine which develops 660 CV at 8,000 rpm. In tandem with its transaxle dual-clutch F1 gearbox, stunning acceleration figures (0-100 km/h in 3.7 sec.) are guaranteed. The new model’s class-leading weight-to-power ratio of 2.7 kg/CV, along with its ideal weight distribution, ensures exceptionally responsive handling.

The result is that owners will be able to enjoy the FF’s prowess over a wide range of uses: city driving, on low grip or snow-covered surfaces and on the track. Performance aside, Maranello’s latest model also offers standards of passenger space, comfort, in-car spec and equipment previously unheard of in such a high-performance car. It can comfortably accommodate four people and their luggage, thanks to the best cabin space and boot capacity (450 litres extendable to 800) figures in its category, including four-door cars.

A vast array of personalisation options and accessories has been developed for the FF. These include six model-specific exterior colours and sumptuous interior trim incorporating specially selected and treated aniline leather.

The FF, which will make its official debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show.

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17 comments
Daniel Plata Baca
Sucks!
Peter Clifford
Hopefully it will have fixtures for a roof rack, tow bar and kiddie seats.
Hilary Albutt
looks like they forgot about the BMW which is what it looks like
mrhuckfin
I personally LOVE this set up! I used to have a little BMW M Coupe the looked very similar, but these designs almost never go over here in the U.S? I\'m hope that the Ferrari name can change all that. :-)
Clint Ferreira
This thing looks like a big red BMW M Coupe.
Facebook User
I want one
christopher
What\'s a \"shooting brake\"? And what\'s CV? And $??
Xolin
Ugliest. Ferrari. Ever.
Sirphilo
Now to figure out what type of wood to use for the station wagon wood grained sides...
AlexBizzar
... no Ferrari is practical... IMPRESSIVE... but in no way practical. But I\'m completely happy with that because there are some things that should never be practical. Whenever someone thinks \"Ferrari\" they should never combine the solution of that thought with \"Family\" or \"Sedan.\" Are times tough for Ferrari since they\'re making a \"family car?\" Or are they going just as strong as they were before?