Ferrari exposes the guts of its upcoming 1000hp EV

Get to know Ferrari Elettrica. Well, meet some of it.

The Italian supercar maker has lifted the lid on the technology that will power its long-awaited first electric car, the Elettrica. At an event held at its Maranello headquarters, Ferrari showed journalists the upcoming electric car’s chassis and powertrain, including the battery pack and motors. However, no actual vehicle has been revealed.

Ferrari expects to reveal the completed car sometime next year, but has not yet settled on an official name or form factor. (Obviously Elettrica is just a placeholder, but it may become the official name.)

Some outlets have speculated that the electric vehicle could be a shooting brake, wagon, or small crossover, based on some camouflaged mules that have been spotted driving around Italy. But Ferrari has released some important details about its electric car, such as a top speed of 193 mph, up to 1,000 horsepower in boost mode, and a range of up to 329 miles in the more generous WLTP system.

Instead of just faking engine noise, as many electric sports cars and muscle cars do these days, Ferrari will amplify actual vibrations from its powertrain to create a distinctive sound. This works by mounting an accelerometer below the inverter to pick up engine vibrations and display them through a “special algorithm,” Ferrari says in its press materials.

There’s a lot to like if you’re a driving enthusiast, including independent electric motors, rear-wheel steering, and an active suspension that completely eliminates the anti-roll bar. With four doors and four seats, the new electric car is likely to have more in common with Ferrari’s Purosangue SUV than other models in its range. This will also be the company’s first ever four-door car.

Of course, this electric car will be aimed at the new generation of rich kids, with Reuters reporting that the Ferrari Elettrica will likely cost at least 500,000 euros ($580,400). The body will be made from 75 percent recycled aluminium, while the fast-charging battery will be fully integrated into the car’s floor for a low center of gravity.

The 15-unit Elettrica battery consists of nickel-manganese-cobalt chemistry with a total capacity of 122 kWh and cells supplied by SK On. However, the collection is assembled by Ferrari itself.

The company didn’t share the overall torque figure, but says it will accelerate from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 2.5 seconds. Ferrari says it will be able to charge at up to 350 kilowatts thanks to its 800-volt architecture. There will be a system that simulates gear shifting but actually controls regenerative braking.

Like other sports car brands, Ferrari has been slow to embrace electric cars. The company has already postponed the launch of a second electric car until 2028 due to lack of demand. Meanwhile, its rival Lamborghini postponed production of its first electric car until 2029, due to fluctuating demand.