The Ferrari SF90 Stradale is the most powerful Ferrari road car ever made. It produces 735 kW from a combination of a twin-turbocharged V8 and three electric motors. It can cover 0-100 km/h in 2.5 seconds. It costs around $900,000 in Australia before options. And unlike some of Ferrari’s limited-edition hypercars, you can actually buy one through Ferrari Australia right now – if you have the budget and the patience to wait for an allocation.
The Powertrain: Three Motors and a V8
The SF90’s drivetrain is the most complex Ferrari has ever put in a production road car. The 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 produces 574 kW on its own. Three electric motors – one on the rear axle integrated with the transmission, and two on the front axle – add another 162 kW.
Combined output: 735 kW and around 800 Nm. All four wheels are driven.
The front electric motors create Ferrari’s first front-wheel-drive capability. In electric-only mode, range is around 25 km and top speed is limited to 135 km/h. This is not meaningful as an EV feature – it is more useful for silent progress through a suburban area or underground car park.
In full performance mode, the SF90 is savage. The 0-100 km/h time of 2.5 seconds matches some motorcycles. The instant electric torque fills any gaps that would be present with the V8 alone, creating continuous, seamless acceleration that feels almost supernatural.
Performance Hardware
The SF90 Stradale comes standard with:
- 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels
- Carbon ceramic disc brakes as standard
- Ferrari’s Side Slip Control 6.1 reading the road 100 times per second
- Adaptive magnetorheological suspension
- Active aerodynamic elements including a rear spoiler that deploys under braking
The Assetto Fiorano package (around $60,000 extra) adds Multimatic dampers, Lexan rear window, titanium exhaust, and more carbon fibre – all aimed at reducing weight and improving track performance.
Interior and Technology
The SF90’s interior reflects its technological ambitions. The dashboard is dominated by a head-up display that projects key information onto the windscreen, along with a curved 16-inch digital display. Traditional analogue instruments are gone.
The steering wheel carries the manettino switches, the start button, windscreen wipers, turn signals, and high beam controls – all without the driver needing to take their hands off the wheel.
Cabin space is for two only. Boot space is 70 litres.
Australian Pricing and LCT
The SF90 Stradale’s Australian price is approximately $899,888. The SF90 Spider commands around $979,888.
Luxury Car Tax on these vehicles is substantial. At $899,888, the LCT built into Ferrari Australia’s pricing is well over $200,000 at the 33 per cent rate. Stamp duty at these price levels varies by state but runs from $35,000 to $60,000 or more.
Budget for $950,000 to $1,050,000 drive-away for the Stradale with modest options. The Spider will push $1.1 million drive-away easily.
Running Costs
At this level, running costs are a known and accepted part of ownership:
- Annual servicing: $8,000 to $15,000 depending on what is due
- Tyres: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2, $4,000 to $7,000 per set
- Insurance: From $20,000 per year for agreed value coverage
- Fuel: Premium 98 RON; the V8 alone consumes around 15-18 litres/100 km in real-world mixed driving
The hybrid system does not meaningfully reduce running costs – the electric range is too short and the battery too small. Think of the electrification as a performance tool, not an economy measure.
Against the Competition
At $900,000 to $1,000,000 in Australia, the SF90 faces the Lamborghini Revuelto at approximately $950,000 as the most direct rival. Both are hybrid V-engined supercars from Italian manufacturers at similar prices. The SF90 is more surgical and modern; the Revuelto is more theatrical and emotionally raw.
Verdict
The Ferrari SF90 Stradale is extraordinary. It is faster, more technologically complex, and more capable than anything Ferrari has made before it. For Australian buyers with the means and the interest, it represents the pinnacle of what a petrol-electric supercar can be.
The price is eye-watering, the running costs are substantial, and it demands driver skill to use properly. But it also delivers an experience that no other road car on sale in Australia can match. If you want the ultimate Ferrari, this is it.