Meet the 2026 Ferrari Amalfi: Roma’s Sleek Successor
The Ferrari Amalfi 2026 isn’t just another luxury sports car—it’s Ferrari’s bold response to past design critiques, blending beauty and performance in a way only Modena can. With 631 horsepower under the hood and a body that’s been meticulously reworked, the Amalfi is what the Roma wanted to be but never quite became.
From the very first glance, it’s clear the Amalfi sets a new tone. It ditches controversial elements from its predecessor and replaces them with refined, purposeful updates that elevate both function and form.
Why Ferrari Retired the Roma
When Ferrari introduced the Roma in 2020, it promised “la nuovo dolce vita”—a modern take on Italy’s golden age. Inspired by the cultural richness of the 1950s and ’60s, the Roma aimed to charm buyers seeking something less intense than a mid-engine supercar.
But the Roma wasn’t perfect. While many admired its curves and praised its driveability, others took issue with its fussy haptic controls and a divisive shark-nose grille. So rather than tweaking it, Ferrari did what Ferrari does best—started fresh with a new name, new features, and a fresh approach.
What’s New with the Ferrari Amalfi?
First up: the face of the car. Ferrari replaced the Roma’s grille with a more modern and elegant black strip stretching between sleek, slim headlights. It’s less aggressive, more fluid, and distinctly more in line with Ferrari’s current design language. The rear of the Amalfi also evolves, with tail lights evoking a retro-futuristic blend of a Porsche 928 and a TVR T350.
Inside, Ferrari finally listened. Gone are the annoying haptic steering wheel controls, replaced by actual buttons—yes, even the glorious red engine start button is back. However, the mirror controls remain needlessly small, barely the size of a smartwatch screen.
The cabin is now more inviting, with better materials, a horizontal touchscreen for smoother usability, and a striking aluminum divider between driver and passenger.
More Power, Less Drag: Performance Upgrades
Under the hood, the Amalfi holds onto the Roma’s 3.9-liter twin-turbo V8—but upgrades it smartly. Now pushing 631 horsepower (up from 611), the engine also revs quicker and cleaner thanks to lighter camshafts, reworked breathing systems, and faster-spinning turbos that reach 175,000 rpm.
The top speed hovers around 200 mph, while 0–62 mph takes a brisk 3.3 seconds. From there, the Amalfi accelerates to 124 mph in just 9.0 seconds. Enhanced aerodynamics play a key role in this, with new front-end airflow channels and a three-stage active rear spoiler delivering 242 pounds of downforce at 155 mph.
Style Meets Function: A New Grand Tourer Era
Named after Italy’s breathtaking coastal region, the Amalfi is more than a car—it’s a declaration. It embraces the elegance the Roma aspired to while solving what didn’t work. It feels more cohesive, less experimental. Whether it’s the rebalanced interior or the aerodynamic body, every detail seems better thought through.
Ferrari’s aim here is clear: to take on rivals like the Porsche 911 Turbo and Aston Martin Vantage, while offering a distinctive Italian grand tourer that looks—and drives—like nothing else.
Coming Soon, at a Price Worth the Passion
The 2026 Ferrari Amalfi coupe will arrive in showrooms next year with a starting price around $275,000. A convertible version is almost certainly in the works, so fans of open-top speed should stay alert.
For those who loved the Roma’s spirit but wanted more refinement, the Amalfi delivers in spades.
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