Ferrari Reveals Sublime Amalfi Spider as New Front-Engined V8 2+ Convertible

• Ferrari’s Amalfi Spider uses a 640-hp twin-turbo V8 and eight-speed dual-clutch transmission.

• Soft top opens in 13.5 seconds at speeds up to 60 km/h.

• Brake-by-wire, ABS Evo and active aerodynamics support stability, braking precision and open-air comfort.

Ferrari has pulled the wraps off the Amalfi Spider, a new 2+ (not a typo) convertible. Like its two-door hardtop counterpart, it is powered by a front-mid-mounted twin-turbo 3.9L V8. The Maranello automaker positions the model as a high-performance grand touring spider with day-to-day usability, with loads of comfort and versatility.

What makes the Spider a Spider is the fabric soft top. Ferrari says the roof can open in 13.5 seconds and can be operated at speeds up to 60 km/h. When stowed, the mechanism measures a relatively narrow 220 mm thick, preserving some cargo space. Boot capacity is rated at 255 litres with the roof closed and 172 litres, or barely 30 litres more than the Ford Mustang Mach-E’s frunk, with the roof open. The cabin offers a 2+ layout intended to support extra load flexibility or very occasional rear-seat use, unlike the Coupe, which is officially a 2+2.

Power comes from a 3,855-cc 90-degree twin-turbo V8. In the Amalfi Spider, it produces 640 hp at 7,500 rpm and 760 Nm (561 lb-ft) of torque between 3,000 and 5,750 rpm. Ferrari pairs the engine with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Performance figures include 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, 0-200 km/h in 9.4 seconds and a top speed of 320 km/h.

Ferrari says the engine benefits from revised turbocharging management, independent turbo speed control and a maximum turbo speed of 171,000 rpm. Other updates include lightweight camshafts, changes to engine block machining, and the use of lower-viscosity oil to reduce cold-start resistance during warm-up. The automaker also says the transmission software and control strategy were refined to improve smoothness and shift quality.

The Amalfi Spider also features several chassis and control technologies drawn from newer Ferrari models. These include a brake-by-wire system, ABS Evo and SSC 6.1 vehicle control software. Ferrari says the setup is designed to improve pedal modulation, braking feel and stability across varying conditions and all Manettino settings.

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The Amalfi Spider rides on 20-inch wheels with 245/35 R20 front and 285/35 R20 rear tires. Dry weight is listed at 1,556 kg, with a 48:52 front-rear weight distribution, for near-perfect neutral handling.

Aerodynamics remain active and considerable despite the drop-top format. The rear wing uses Low Drag, Medium Downforce, and High Downforce modes, with Ferrari claiming up to 110 kg of additional rear downforce at 250 km/h in the highest setting, for less than a 4% drag increase.

Inside, the Amalfi Spider features Ferrari’s dual-cockpit layout, a 15.6-inch digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch central touchscreen and an 8.8-inch passenger display. Physical steering-wheel buttons return, alongside Ferrari’s signature start button. Standard driver-assistance technologies include adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot detection, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping assist.

The Coupe is priced from just shy of $300,000. Expect a required healthy premium for the Spider. Delivery timing is not yet known; however, the Coupe makes its on-road debut shortly.