Ferrari’s financial report for the second quarter of 2024 has revealed a strategic shift in its model lineup. The iconic 812 GTS and groundbreaking SF90 Stradale, both introduced in 2019, are set to be discontinued. Their replacements will be the upcoming 12Cilindri Spider and a yet-to-be-named model codenamed F173M, respectively.
The report also indicates that the Roma and 812 Competizione are approaching the end of their production cycles, as evidenced by declining sales figures. Despite these model changes, Ferrari’s performance remains strong. The Purosangue, Roma Spider, and 296 GTS emerged as top sellers during the quarter.
Notably, hybrid models, spearheaded by the SF90 and 296 series, now constitute nearly half of total deliveries, signaling a growing emphasis on electrification. The SF90, in particular, represents a technological milestone for Ferrari, being the first plug-in hybrid in the company’s history and featuring an innovative eight-speed transaxle.
However, as Ferrari continues to evolve its product range, the SF90’s era is drawing to a close, making way for even more advanced and sustainable performance vehicles. Ferrari is undergoing a substantial powertrain evolution. The introduction of the versatile 8DCL dual-clutch transmission, designed for both front and mid-engine configurations, signals a departure from the previous 7DCL unit found in the LaFerrari, 812, F8, and Portofino.
The SF90 Spider, notably absent from recent announcements, appears poised for discontinuation, with its swansong, the SF90 XX, set to debut in the second quarter of 2024. Following this, the V8-powered F173M will succeed the SF90 in 2025, marking a shift in engine architecture for this model line.
This aligns with Ferrari’s broader strategy, evident in the V6-powered 296. Surprisingly, the successor to the LaFerrari will also adopt a V6 powertrain, drawing inspiration from the victorious 499P Le Mans racecar. In stark contrast, the upcoming 12Cilindri, replacing the 812 series, will remain steadfastly committed to the naturally aspirated V12.
This decision underscores Ferrari’s dedication to preserving the iconic character of its high-revving twelve-cylinder engines, while simultaneously addressing the increasing pressure to reduce emissions and improve fuel efficiency. By offering a non-turbocharged V12 option, Ferrari is directly responding to the desires of its most fervent enthusiasts, ensuring the enduring legacy of this legendary engine configuration.
