Ferrari Roma Coupe is dead, incoming successor

Ferrari recently ended production in Rome, and its successor has just been spotted in Italy

The Ferrari Roma feels like a relatively new addition to the lineup, but believe it or not, it’s been a full five years since its launch. This helps explain why a prototype of its successor was recently spotted on the streets of Maranello.

Dressed in black camouflage, the mysterious model appears to be an evolution of its predecessor. That’s not surprising, as the car is actually a heavily facelifted Roma, but will likely sport a new or revised name in typical Ferrari fashion.

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While it doesn’t appear to have any noticeable changes, the car may feature a new fascia, bumpers, and lighting. We wouldn’t be surprised by updates to the interior either, as we can see a glimpse of camouflage in the cabin. The extent of the modifications is unclear, but the Roma comes with a 16-inch digital instrument cluster, an 8.4-inch infotainment system and an 8.8-inch passenger display.

The Roma is powered by a turbocharged 3.9-liter V8 engine producing 612 hp (456 kW / 620 PS) and 560 lb-ft (760 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, allowing the 3,245-pound (1,472-kilogram) coupe to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 3.4 seconds before hitting more than 199 mph /h top speed (320 km/h).

Performance improvements are almost certain, but very little is currently known about the car. Given Ferrari’s shift toward electrification, with the goal of having electric and hybrid models account for 80% of its sales by 2030, the Roma’s successor is likely to adopt this new technology. If that happens, it’s unclear whether the hybrid will feature a turbocharged V6 like the 296 GTB or stick with the familiar V8.

However, a Ferrari debut might not be far away, as Ferrari recently revealed in its third-quarter earnings report that the Roma and 812 Competizione have been phased out. Having said that, it’s worth noting that Roman Spiders are still available.

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