2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

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Ferrari will debut the 2016 GTC4Lusso at the Geneva motor show in March, showing its latest GT car that incorporates rear-wheel steering and 4WD for the first time. This shooting brake is heavily facelifted from the outgoing FF, and is tragetted at the driver wanting a capable, comfortable grand tourer without comprimising on the traditional Ferrari performance.

The GTC4Lusso harks back to Ferrari’s days in the 50s and 60s when the Maranello cars were more about touring in style than sheer outright speed. Making reference to its DNA in the 330 GTC or, more accurately, the 330 GT – said to be a favourite of Enzo’s – and the 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso, probably the greatest of the grand touring Ferraris, the 2016 GTC4Lusso combines elegance and performance for four.

Carrying a V12 6,262 cc that boasts of a 13.5:1 compression ratio, the GTC4Lusso claims 680 hp – 30 hp more than the FF – and 697 Nm torque from the engine, up from 683 Nm. If that isn’t impressive enough, 80% of that torque is available at 1,750 rpm, which should provide an awesome amount of response from the GTC4Lusso. The GTC4Lusso is capable of sprinting to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and tops out at 335 km/h.

Of particular interest is the newly-patented 4RM-S (four-wheel drive and steering) system which is the latest evolution of the Slip Side Control (4.0) system, that now incorporates the electronic differential (E-Diff) and the SCM-E dampers. All this technical wizardry is tied together by by Ferrari’s proprietary software to enable the GTC4Lusso’s extraordinary torque to be safely controlled even on snow-covered, wet or low grip roads.

The new front grille with integrated air intakes improves the efficiency of the radiators, and the air vents on the wing recall those of the 330 GTC, along with a roof-mounted rear spoiler and a new triple-fence diffuser. The combined effect of these aerodynamic aids is a Cd value that is substantially lower than on the FF.

Designed by Ferrari Design, the 2016 GTC4Lusso carries the elegant lines of the shooting brake into the interior, where the cabin cossets the four occupants in Ferrari’s trademark luxury. The Dual Cockpit architecture is a first, allowing the driver and passenger to share the driving experience, with the latter having their own generous optional display with a plethora of functions.

2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque
2016 Ferrari GTC4Lusso to launch at Geneva show and replace FF – V12 now with 680 hp and 697 Nm torque

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Mohan K Ramanujam

Coming with diverse and extensive experience in heavy engineering, Mohan enjoys making anything with wheels go fast, especially motorcycles. His weapon of choice is the Desmoquattro engine, and he has a penchant for anything with a dash of Italian design. Strangely enough, he insists he's a slow rider.

 

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  • shawal on Feb 10, 2016 at 11:00 am

    FF was a triumph in its own right ,
    This new FFF , fabuloso , is simply fantabulous in and out
    comfortably sits 4 , with a 450 litre boot space , 4WD to tackle unfavourable road conditions…

    like to see ‘Tax the rich’ runs amok with one of this ….

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