Ferrari has officially retired the Roma and replaced it with a new grand tourer: the 2026 Ferrari Amalfi. Designed to correct the Roma’s flaws while delivering enhanced tech and performance, the Amalfi arrives with bold styling updates, more power, and true Ferrari luxury.
Why Amalfi Replaces the Roma
Launched in 2020, the Roma aimed to evoke Italy’s “la nuova dolce vita”, serving as an entry-level GT with classic styling. Though praised for its looks and performance, the Roma received criticism for its haptic controls and awkward front grille.
Ferrari’s answer is the Amalfi, a complete refresh with better ergonomics, a return to physical buttons, improved aerodynamics, and a familiar but upgraded twin-turbo V8 engine.
Exterior Design: Bold and Streamlined
The Amalfi features a redesigned front fascia with a clean black nose strip that connects sleeker headlights, a signature look inspired by the 12 Cilindri. The controversial grille of the Roma is gone, replaced by simplified black mesh.
In the rear, the design feels futuristic—a mix between Porsche 928 and TVR T350, with slim taillights and a sharper tail profile. The active rear spoiler has three positions and provides up to 242 pounds of downforce at 155 mph.
Interior: More Usable, More Luxurious
Ferrari has listened to feedback—actual buttons are back on the steering wheel, including the iconic red start button. The haptic mirror controls remain but are downsized.
A central milled aluminum divider adds elegance, and the infotainment screen now sits horizontally, blending better with the dashboard. The cabin also feels roomier and more refined, continuing Ferrari’s tradition of pairing luxury with performance.
Engine and Performance Specs
Under the hood, the Amalfi carries over the Roma’s 3.9L twin-turbo V8, now pushing 631 horsepower (up from 611 hp). Torque remains at 561 lb-ft, and the engine revs higher, topping out at 7,600 rpm.
Key upgrades include:
- Lightweight camshafts and crankshaft
- Faster-spinning turbos (up to 175,000 rpm)
- Enhanced breathing via intake/exhaust tweaks
- New ECU from the Ferrari 296
Performance estimates:
- 0–62 mph: 3.3 seconds
- 0–124 mph: 9.0 seconds
- Top speed: ~200 mph
Aerodynamic improvements include reduced grille size and dual air channels above the headlights for better cooling and drag reduction.
Pricing and Launch
The Ferrari Amalfi is expected to start at $275,000, with deliveries beginning in 2026. A convertible variant is likely to follow soon after.
A New Chapter in Ferrari GTs
The 2026 Ferrari Amalfi is more than a Roma replacement—it’s a refined, performance-focused grand tourer designed to win over both critics and enthusiasts. With classic Italian inspiration and modern performance tech, it’s poised to become a standout in Ferrari’s GT lineup.
