Ferrari has announced the Handling Speciale, an optional configuration for the Purosangue, its first four-door, four-seat model. The configuration was presented on 29 April 2026 from Maranello and is available on request. Ferrari says it is aimed at drivers who want a sharper driving setup while retaining the car's everyday usability — a balance the company describes as central to the Purosangue's identity since its launch.
The most significant mechanical change is a revised active suspension calibration. Ferrari states the new calibration reduces body movement by 10%, producing a more compact feel and quicker responses to driver inputs through corners and during directional changes. The effect, according to Ferrari, is a heightened sense of control in situations requiring rapid direction changes — the kind of driving conditions more commonly associated with dedicated sports cars than four-seat models.
The gearbox has also been recalibrated, with faster and more assertive gear changes — particularly in the Manettino's Race and ESC Off modes. In manual mode, the revised strategy takes effect above 5,500 rpm, where shifts become noticeably more sporting in character. Ferrari says the aim is to increase driver engagement at higher engine speeds without disrupting the car's behaviour during relaxed driving. A dedicated sound setting has also been introduced, increasing engine note at startup and under acceleration to draw more attention to the V12's acoustic character.
The Purosangue's underlying platform remains unchanged. It retains the transaxle layout, with a naturally-aspirated 6,496 cc V12 engine — producing 725 cv at 7,750 rpm and 716 Nm of torque across a band from 3,000 to 5,750 rpm — positioned in a front-mid configuration, and an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox mounted at the rear. The engine redlines at 8,250 rpm and delivers a specific output of 111 cv per litre. Performance figures are listed at 0–100 km/h in 3.3 seconds, 0–200 km/h in 10.6 seconds, and a top speed exceeding 310 km/h. The car weighs 2,033 kg dry, with a near-even weight distribution of 49% front and 51% rear.
Braking hardware consists of 398 mm discs at the front and 380 mm at the rear. Electronic systems include Ferrari's SSC 8.0 platform, incorporating four-wheel drive management, the active suspension system, F1-Trac traction control, and an updated ABS system with Grip Estimation 2.0. Wheels are sized at 255/35 R22 at the front and 315/30 R23 at the rear, with the Handling Speciale receiving a dedicated wheel design featuring a new diamond-cut finish.
Beyond the wheels, several exterior and interior details differentiate the Handling Speciale from the standard Purosangue. These include carbon-fibre side shields, matt black exhaust tips, a black rear Prancing Horse badge, a satin-finished Ferrari script on the bodywork, and a dedicated interior plaque identifying the configuration. Ferrari has kept changes to proportion and silhouette minimal, with the additions intended to signal the configuration's character rather than alter the car's overall appearance.
The four-seat configuration, elevated driving position, and cabin layout carry over without modification, in line with Ferrari's stated intent to preserve the Purosangue's dual role as both a performance car and a practical daily vehicle. Boot capacity remains at 473 litres, and the fuel tank holds 100 litres. Combined fuel consumption is rated at 17.3 litres per 100 km under the WLTC cycle, with CO2 emissions of 393 g/km.
Ferrari is offering the Handling Speciale alongside its seven-year Genuine Maintenance programme, which covers all scheduled servicing at intervals of 20,000 km or once a year, with no mileage cap. The programme includes original parts and checks by staff trained at the Ferrari Training Centre in Maranello using current diagnostic equipment. It is available through Ferrari's global authorised dealer network and is also open to owners of pre-owned Ferraris who wish to enrol their cars.
The Purosangue entered production in 2022 as Ferrari's first model to offer four doors and four seats, a significant departure from the company's long-standing focus on two-seat and 2+2 layouts. Built on a transaxle architecture that Ferrari has used across several of its front-engined models, the Purosangue was positioned not as an SUV but as a high-riding sports car, a distinction the company has maintained in its communications. The Handling Speciale extends that positioning further, offering buyers a factory-supported route to a more driver-focused setup without requiring modifications outside of Ferrari's official network.
Since the Purosangue's introduction, the segment of high-riding, high-performance cars from luxury manufacturers has continued to grow. Lamborghini produces the Urus, Porsche offers the Cayenne Turbo GT, and Aston Martin has the DBX707 — all positioned to appeal to buyers who want sports car performance in a more practical format. The Handling Speciale represents Ferrari's first significant optional performance variant for the Purosangue and reflects the broader trend among manufacturers of offering tiered configurations within a single model line, allowing customers to tailor the car's character without moving to an entirely different model.