Ferrari will launch the new Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T at the upcoming Paris Motor Show sometime mid next week. This Ferrari is the first four-seater in its history to sport a turbo-charged V8 engine and this actually brings a new Ferrari GT concept aimed at owners seeking a car that is sporty, practical and versatile, as well as perfect for driving on a daily basis. Something which are almost never done with a Ferrari. That engine, and the practical shooting brake styling makes it possible.
The 'usual' GTC4 is powered by a traditional Ferrari V12 engine. So this is indeed something different - one of the larger, more traditional front engined, rear wheel drive Ferrari with the smaller V8 engine in it.
The GTC4 Lusso T also differs from its larger sibling aside having a smaller engine. It also loses the all-wheel drive system for a more traditional rear wheel drive setup. The 3.9-litre V8 turbo is the latest evolution to emerge from the engine family that was first seen in the Ferrari California T. It has a maximum power output is 610 cv (601hp) at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque of 760 Nm is available at between 3,000 and 5,250 rpm.0-100kmh is done in 3.5seconds and it has a maximum speed of around 320kmh. Still more than enough performance to do grand touring in style.
Expect it to be launched in Malaysia sometime soon.
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The Ferrari GTC4 Lusso T revealed
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Maranello, 22 September 2016 – The upcoming Paris Motor Show provides the venue
for the unveiling of the GTC4Lusso T, the first four-seater in Prancing Horse history to
sport a turbo-charged V8 engine, hailing a whole new Ferrari GT concept aimed at
owners seeking a car that is sporty and versatile, as well as perfect for driving on a daily
basis.
The new GT effortlessly marries elegance, superb occupant comfort and sportiness with
the thrilling driving dynamics delivered by a combination of rear-wheel-only drive, four-
wheel steering, lighter overall weight and increased weight bias towards the rear
(46:54).
The car’s 3.9-litre V8 turbo is the latest evolution to emerge from the engine family that
was nominated the 2016 International Engine of the Year. Its maximum power output
is 610 cv at 7,500 rpm while maximum torque of 760 Nm is available at between 3,000
and 5,250 rpm.
The V8 turbo’s characteristics suit day-to-day driving in urban contexts: a rich powerful
soundtrack in acceleration that becomes more muted at lower speeds, rapid pick-up
from low revs courtesy of versatile, modular torque delivery and, last but not least,
excellent range.
The GTC4Lusso T’s dynamic control systems have been specifically calibrated to boost
responsiveness to commands. In particular, the 4WS (rear-wheel steering), which is
integrated with Side Slip Control (SSC3), makes for more rapid response to steering
wheel inputs entering and exiting corners, thanks to the rear wheels steering in the
same direction as the front ones.
The feeling of longitudinal performance in this new model has been enhanced at low
speeds by Variable Boost Management and underscored by throttle response with zero
turbo lag. Thanks to variable torque curves (VBM) between 3rd and 7th
gear,
longitudinal acceleration is consistent through the ratios, increasing smoothly with
engine speed, resulting in a feeling of vivid but superbly progressive acceleration.
The GTC4Lusso T’s styling remains the same innovative take on the shooting brake
coupé, reinterpreting the concept with an extremely streamlined, tapered shape that
gives it an almost fastback-like silhouette. The cabin is an effortless melding of
distinctive Ferrari styling and the luxurious elegance expected of a four-seater GT. The
GTC4Lusso T features the unique Dual Cockpit architecture, designed to enhance the
shared driving experience for both driver and passenger. It also incorporates the latest
iteration of the infotainment system complete with an impressive 10.25” HD capacitive
touchscreen.
GTC4Lusso T
Brief technical specifications
Engine
Type V8 - 90° turbo
Overall displacement 3,855 cc
Bore and stroke 86.5 mm x 82 mm
Maximum power output* 449 kW (610 cv) at 7,500 rpm
Maximum torque 760 Nm at 3,000 – 5,250 rpm
Dimensions and weight
Length 4,922 mm
Width 1,980 mm
Height 1,383 mm
Dry weight ** 1,740 kg
Weight distribution 46% front - 54% rear
Performance
Maximum speed >320 km/h
0-100 km/h 3.5 sec
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
Fuel consumption*** 11.6 l/100 km
Emissions*** 265g CO2/km
*Power expressed in kW and cv for reasons of homogeneity. With 98 octane
fuel
**Equipped with specific optional extras
*** Under homologation
Images of the GTC4Lusso T can be downloaded from the Ferrari media site - www.media.ferrari.com
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