Ferrari, like many exclusive automakers, goes to great lengths to keep details about upcoming vehicles under wraps. This secrecy serves two main purposes: it aims to create a dramatic reveal for its affluent customers, and it prevents competitors from gaining insight into their vehicle designs. Recently, a Ferrari electric vehicle (EV) test prototype was spotted on film in Maranello, and despite its efforts to maintain confidentiality, it hasn’t been entirely successful.
YouTuber Acriore filmed a taller Ferrari model navigating in and out of the factory premises, camouflaged in typical pre-production gear. Notably, the vehicle features electrical warning stickers on the hood, sides, and rear, which are exclusive to high-voltage vehicles like EVs. Before anyone jumps to conclusions, it’s worth noting that although some plug-in hybrids with large batteries also display these stickers, there are several telltale signs indicating this model is indeed an EV, not a hybrid.
As noted by the spy photographer, the makeshift exhaust pipes used on the vehicle are amusing. They appear clean and are fitted with reflective tape, yet they are not even properly aligned. A close-up view in the video shows that the pipes are hollow and not connected to any exhaust system, indicating a rather half-hearted attempt at disguising the vehicle’s true nature.
Additionally, the vehicle emits a synthetic engine sound as it speeds by, which may be mistaken for a genuine rumble. While it has a convincing low growl with hints of a V8 engine, the variations in sound don’t align with the car’s speed and handling. This sound is likely produced by a speaker, akin to those in the Fiat 500e Abarth or the more recent Dodge muscle cars.
Despite its various fabrications, the car’s overall design resembles what Ferrari might present as its first EV. Its silhouette shares similarities with the Purosangue model, although without an in-person view, exact details remain uncertain. Based on the observations, this EV is expected to have a higher stance than typical sports cars, four doors, and a spacious trunk, catering to active individuals.
The electric Ferrari is anticipated to launch next year, with a projected starting price exceeding $500,000.
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