When a company as proud as Ferrari admits it made mistakes and fixes them, you should pay attention. The 2027 Ferrari Amalfi replaces the Roma after just five years, and while it keeps the same basic formula – front-mid-engine V8, 2+2 seating, dolce vita vibes – Ferrari has systematically addressed nearly every complaint owners had about its predecessor. Most importantly, they brought back actual buttons on the steering wheel, including that satisfying red engine start button that makes every Ferrari feel special.
The Great Button Rebellion
Let’s start with the big news: Ferrari finally listened to the chorus of complaints about touch-sensitive controls and reversed course completely. The Amalfi’s steering wheel features proper physical buttons instead of the haptic nightmare that plagued recent Ferraris. As Chief design officer Flavio Manzoni explained, Ferrari wanted to embrace futurism with touch controls, but customers made it clear they preferred tactile feedback over technological showboating.
The red start button is back, and it’s positioned prominently where it belongs. Ferrari is so confident in this decision that they’re offering retrofit kits for existing owners of the Roma, Purosangue, 296, SF90, and 12Cilindri. And, you don’t even need to replace the entire wheel – just the center section.
More Power, Better Delivery
The twin-turbo 3.9-liter V8 gains 20 horsepower over the Roma, bringing total output to 631 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque. That might seem modest in an era where everyone’s chasing 700+ horsepower, but Ferrari’s approach here is refreshingly measured. Instead of pure power, they focused on responsiveness and character.
The engine received lighter camshafts (2.9 pounds lighter!), upgraded turbochargers that spin to 175,000 rpm, new engine control units borrowed from the 296 GTB, and a raised redline to 7,600 rpm. The result should be a more rev-happy, engaging V8 that delivers its 631 horses with more personality than the Roma’s unit. Zero-to-62 mph happens in 3.3 seconds with a 199 mph top speed – plenty fast enough for any road scenario.
Design Evolution, Not Revolution
Visually, the Amalfi follows Ferrari’s current design language with that black bar connecting the headlights, which is the same treatment seen on the F80 and 12Cilindri. Gone is the Roma’s controversial perforated grille, replaced by a cleaner front end that Manzoni describes as “a groove with lamps.” The goal was to de-anthropomorphize the design, avoiding the “two eyes and a mouth” look that can make cars appear cartoonish.
The rear receives the most successful updates, with new taillights and a three-position motorized spoiler that generates up to 243 pounds of downforce at 155 mph. The side profile remains mostly unchanged, maintaining the Roma’s beautiful proportions while adding a few subtle updates.
Interior Transformation
While the button resurrection is the main story here, the interior cabin has also received a nice makeover. The steep waterfall dashboard gives way to a more spacious design centered around a gorgeous piece of milled anodized aluminum that separates driver and passenger areas. The infotainment screen rotates from portrait to landscape orientation, growing to 10.25 inches and finally supporting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay properly.
The rear seats remain occasional-use only, but the trunk can accommodate golf clubs thanks to a thoughtfully designed recess. Comfort seats with ventilation and massage functions make long-distance touring genuinely pleasant, while a 14-speaker Burmester audio system provides soundtrack-worthy acoustics.
Smart Technology Integration
Ferrari equipped the Amalfi with brake-by-wire technology that improves pedal feel and reduces travel while enhancing modulation. The electric power steering gains a 10% faster and more accurate grip estimation function, while a comprehensive suite of driver assistance features includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and surround-view monitoring.
Spec Sheet
Model: 2027 Ferrari Amalfi
Engine: 3.9L twin-turbo V8 (front-mid-mounted)
Power: 631 HP / 560 lb-ft torque
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch (rear-mounted)
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
0-62 mph: 3.3 seconds
Top Speed: 199 mph
Redline: 7,600 rpm
Aerodynamics: 3-position active rear spoiler (243 lbs downforce max)
Interior: 10.25″ landscape touchscreen, physical steering wheel buttons
Seating: 2+2 configuration
Safety: Brake-by-wire, comprehensive driver assistance suite
Starting Price: €240,000 (~$283,000)
Launch: Early 2026 (Europe), US deliveries follow
Pricing & Availability
The Amalfi goes on sale in Europe in early 2026 starting at €240,000 (approximately $283,000), with US deliveries following shortly after, which is positioning it directly against the Aston Martin Vanquish and Bentley Continental GT.
Recap
2027 Ferrari Amalfi Grand Tourer
Ferrari’s Roma replacement corrects past mistakes with physical steering wheel buttons, a more powerful 631HP twin-turbo V8, refined interior design featuring a stunning aluminum center console, and updated aerodynamics that prove listening to customer feedback can result in a significantly better product without sacrificing the essential character that makes it a Ferrari.
