Ferrari has long understood the power of names. Unlike its track-bred monsters like the SF90 or 812 Competizione, the Italian marque reserves its more evocative, lifestyle-oriented monikers for grand tourers that blend performance with poise. The latest in this lineage is the 2027 Ferrari Amalfi, a car designed for la dolce vita. Named after the idyllic coastal town in southern Italy, the Amalfi continues the theme set by models like the California, Portofino, and Roma, cars that evoke elegance, coastal cruising, and cosmopolitan flair more than Nürburgring lap records.
Under the Hood: Familiar V8, More Power
Don’t let its romantic name fool you, the Amalfi still brings serious performance to the table. At its heart is a revised version of Ferrari’s beloved 3.9-liter twin-turbocharged V8. Now producing 631 horsepower, it boasts 19 more horsepower than the Roma, thanks to improvements like lightweight camshafts that shave 2.9 pounds and enable faster revving. The result? A 0–60 mph time in the low three-second range and a top speed of 199 mph are blistering numbers for a GT with back seats.
Sleek Styling, Subtle Evolution
Design-wise, the Amalfi inherits the Roma’s silhouette and wheelbase but sports a fresh front fascia inspired by the F80’s modern, minimal aesthetic. Gone is the traditional grille; in its place is a smooth, blacked-out section between the headlights, avoiding anthropomorphic cues and presenting a more futuristic face. Clever design elements continue at the wheels, where hollowed-out spokes reduce weight and enhance visual drama.
The rear spoiler is a standout, motorized and fully automated, it adjusts through three stages depending on speed and downforce needs, generating up to 243 pounds of downforce at 155 mph. It’s not for showboating at valet stands; it activates purely based on performance demands.
Interior: A Return to Tactility and Comfort
Inside, the Amalfi blends modern tech with a return to familiar controls. Responding to client feedback, Ferrari has dialed back on capacitive touch interfaces, reinstating physical buttons, most notably a red engine start button, on the steering wheel. The cabin features a passenger-side display, massage-capable seats, and a sleek infotainment interface subtly embedded between driver and passenger.
Although styled like a two-seater at first glance, the Amalfi does feature usable rear seats, albeit better suited for short trips or cargo like gym bags and groceries. There’s also enough trunk space for a bag of golf clubs, with a sculpted recess behind the bumper designed to fit even the longest clubs.
Pricing, Competitors, and What’s Next
Priced at €240,000 (approx. $283,000), the Amalfi positions itself against rivals like the Aston Martin Vanquish and Bentley Continental GT, offering a distinctly Italian take on the luxury grand tourer. Ferrari has remained tight-lipped about a convertible version, but given the car’s name and the brand’s history, a droptop variant seems inevitable.
The 2027 Ferrari Amalfi will hit European showrooms in early 2026, with U.S. deliveries to follow shortly after. It may not be made for the narrow cliffside roads of its namesake, but it’s perfectly engineered for the long, scenic way there.
