by Ferrari Purosangue receives the Handling Speciale package: more sportiness without sacrificing comfort
Ferrari has introduced a new optional Handling Speciale package for its first four-door crossover, the Purosangue. This update is designed to enhance the car’s sporting character without compromising its everyday usability.
The core idea of the package is to make the driving experience sharper and more emotional while maintaining comfort for daily use. The changes primarily concern the chassis, transmission, and engine acoustics, while visual updates remain restrained.
Updated chassis and suspension
The most significant technical change is the recalibration of the active suspension. According to Ferrari, body movement has been reduced by 10%, providing a tighter and more controlled response. This should improve the car’s behavior in corners, making it flatter and more composed.
It is worth noting that even in standard form, the Purosangue weighs over 2000 kg, so any further chassis refinement is beneficial, especially on winding roads. Although, as driving experience with the standard version shows, the car is already impressive in its control and ability to conceal its weight.
Engine sound and gearbox operation
For engine sound enthusiasts, there is good news: Ferrari promises that the 6.5-liter V12 will become more expressive during startup and under hard acceleration. It is not yet specified how exactly this is achieved, but it likely involves a new symposer tube that amplifies the engine’s natural sound inside the cabin.
Engineers have also recalibrated the transmission software. Gear changes have become faster and sharper, especially in Race and ESC Off modes. In manual mode, shifts become more dramatic after 5500 rpm, hinting that drivers should utilize high engine revs. Despite the claimed 715 hp, independent measurements show the engine is capable of producing over 800 hp.
Performance and visual changes
The gearbox improvements do not alter the official performance figures, which are already impressive: 0-100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and a top speed of over 310 km/h. However, as with the Porsche 911 GT3, the Purosangue’s engine requires the driver to actively use high revs to unlock its potential.
The visual changes are deliberately restrained. The package includes:
Conclusions and context
The Handling Speciale package for the Ferrari Purosangue is a logical step for a brand that aims to preserve its sporting DNA even in the crossover segment. Instead of a radical overhaul, engineers focused on targeted but important improvements that make the car even more exhilarating for the driver. This is particularly relevant against the backdrop of growing competition in the high-performance SUV segment, where every manufacturer tries to find a balance between comfort, practicality, and sportiness. The Purosangue with its naturally aspirated V12 was already unique, and the new package only emphasizes its focus on true enthusiasts who are not willing to compromise for the sake of fashion. It is worth noting that the price of the package remains undisclosed, adding to the intrigue surrounding this optional equipment.
