Ferrari introduces Purosangue four-seat V12 as comfort-focused utility car

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Ferrari introduces Purosangue four-seat V12 as comfort-focused utility car

Ars Technica · 3 hours ago

Ferrari has unveiled the Purosangue, its latest four-seat car positioned as an FUV (Ferrari Utility Vehicle) rather than an SUV, marking a shift in philosophy from previous models. Unlike earlier Ferrari four-seaters that prioritised cargo capacity, the Purosangue emphasises passenger comfort, featuring rear-hinged doors providing direct access to dedicated rear bucket seats, though an immovable firewall between cabin and boot limits practical load-carrying compared to rival vehicles.

The Purosangue is powered by a 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 engine producing 715 horsepower and weighs 2,170 kilograms across its 4,973-millimetre length. Despite this substantial size, the car proves surprisingly manageable in everyday driving, as demonstrated during testing through Rome's historic streets; it features intuitive controls with an unobtrusive stop-start system, multiple drive modes (Comfort, Sport and Ice, but notably no Race mode), paddle shifters for manual gear selection, and responsive, direct steering with good road feedback through its electronic chassis control systems.

  • Purosangue is Ferrari's four-seat FUV prioritising passenger comfort over cargo space
  • 715 hp V12 engine in all-wheel drive platform feels easier to drive than expected
  • Direct steering and multiple drive modes make it manageable despite its substantial size

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Originally published by Ars Technica as “Don’t call it an SUV: The Ferrari Purosangue review”.