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Ferrari SF90 Stradale

The Ferrari SF90 Stradale is a plug-in hybrid sports car introduced by Ferrari in 2019.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The Ferrari SF90 Stradale is a plug-in hybrid sports car introduced by Ferrari in 2019. It combines a twin-turbocharged V8 engine with three electric motors and is the first Ferrari road car to use PHEV architecture.

Overview

The SF90 Stradale is a mid-engine performance car that marked Ferrari’s move into plug-in hybrid technology for road cars. It was positioned as a high-performance flagship model with all-wheel drive and electric-only driving capability.

Powertrain and performance

The car pairs a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with three electric motors and a battery pack, producing a combined 986 hp. Ferrari’s published figures list a 0–100 km/h time of 2.5 seconds and a top speed of about 340 km/h.

Design and variants

The SF90 Stradale launched as a coupé and later appeared in open-top Spider form, with performance-oriented XX versions introduced separately. Industry coverage describes it as Ferrari’s range-topping model during its production run.

Significance

The SF90 was notable as Ferrari’s first PHEV road car and its first mid-engine production model with all-wheel drive. It signalled the company’s shift toward electrified performance vehicles.

Key facts

  • The SF90 Stradale is Ferrari’s first production plug-in hybrid electric vehicle.
  • Its V8 engine produces 780 cv, the highest output of any Ferrari 8-cylinder engine when launched.
  • The three electric motors add a combined 220 cv (162 kW) to the powertrain.
  • Ferrari states the car can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reach 340 km/h.
  • The model was named to commemorate Ferrari’s 90th anniversary.
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Canadian context

Ferrari SF90 Stradale is sold and discussed in the Canadian luxury-performance car market, where it is relevant to Canadian enthusiasts, collectors, and automotive coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What does SF90 stand for?
Ferrari introduced the name to mark the company’s 90th anniversary.
Is the SF90 Stradale a hybrid?
Yes. It is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle with a V8 engine and three electric motors.
How much power does it make?
Ferrari lists 986 hp combined, or 1,000 PS / 735 kW.
How fast is it?
Ferrari states 0–100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and a top speed of about 340 km/h.
Was it Ferrari’s first hybrid road car?
It was Ferrari’s first production plug-in hybrid road car.
Did it come as a convertible?
Yes. The SF90 line later included the Spider convertible variant.

References

  1. Ferrari — https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/sf90-stradale
    Supports: Official powertrain, electric motor layout, and PHEV first for Ferrari
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ferrari_SF90_Stradale
    Supports: Combined output, acceleration, top speed, and technical overview
  3. MotorTrend — https://www.motortrend.com/cars/ferrari/sf90
    Supports: Model positioning, coupe and Spider variants, and range-topper context
  4. Ferrari Lake Forest — https://www.ferrarilakeforest.com/new-vehicles/sf90-stradale/
    Supports: Name origin and first Ferrari sports car with 4WD / plug-in hybrid claims