It may be hard to believe, but here is the first electric vehicle (EV) from Ferrari, the Ferrari Luce.
This Ferrari features a non-aggressive design, four doors, and lacks the iconic roar of an engine typically associated with the Prancing Horse brand.
All-New Platform
The Ferrari Luce is built on a completely new platform, measuring 5,026 mm in length, 1,999 mm in width, and 1,544 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,961 mm.
One of the key elements for any EV is a low drag coefficient; the Luce EV boasts an impressive drag coefficient as low as 0.254 Cd.
This figure was achieved through its sleek body panel design which avoids aggressive lines, and even redesigned windshield wipers.
Collaborative Design Effort
The overall design of the Ferrari Luce was a collaborative effort between Centro Stile Ferrari and LoveFrom firm founded by Jony Ive, the designer of the first-generation iPhone.
The front design is subtle, complemented by round dual tail lights encircled in black trim.
The wheel sizes are the largest ever fitted on a Ferrari, measuring 23 inches at the front and 24 inches at the rear.
Four Electric Motors
The Ferrari Luce EV is equipped with four electric motors developed in-house based on the F80 program, utilizing F1 technology and endurance racing innovations.
Each rear motor produces 476 hp, while the front motors deliver 141 hp each.
There are four E-Manettino modes:
- Range: 430 hp RWD
- Tour: 617 hp AWD
- Performance: 986 hp AWD
- Launch Control: 1,050 hp
In Launch Control mode, the Luce EV can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.5 seconds, and from 0 to 200 km/h in 6.8 seconds.
The top speed is limited to 260 km/h in Range mode, and can reach up to 310 km/h in Performance mode.
800V Battery System
The 122 kWh battery pack was developed in partnership with SK On, featuring DC fast charging capability of up to 350 kW.
As part of the chassis structure, the center of gravity of the Luce EV is 94 mm lower than that of the Purosangue.
With the addition of a rear-wheel steering feature, the handling of the Luce EV is said to be comparable to that of the 296 GTB.
An EV With Sound
Due to the absence of an internal combustion engine, the Ferrari Luce EV cannot produce the fierce sounds typical of other Ferraris.
For the Luce, there is no fake sound package.
However, Ferrari has included a sound generation unit that captures real vibrations from moving components.
This patented system filters out undesirable frequencies and generates sound in a manner similar to an electric guitar, enhancing the driving experience.
Spacious Cabin for Five
We have previously glimpsed the minimalist cabin layout of the Luce, featuring the design of an iPhone designer.
Despite the presence of modern screens, Ferrari has incorporated physical function buttons and levers for straightforward driving operations.
As the largest Ferrari model, the Luce EV comfortably accommodates five passengers.
Additional features include a massage function, a 3,000W sound system with 21 built-in speakers, and more luxurious interior finishes.
A unique aspect of the Luce EV is the existence of paddle shifters, which are not intended for simulating gear shifts. According to Ferrari, these components are designed to control torque distribution (right paddle) and regenerative braking levels (left paddle) with five adjustments.
Pricing
The starting price for the Ferrari Luce EV is around €550,000 (approximately RM2.5 million), exclusive of optional features and personal customization.
