The Ferrari GTC4Lusso comes from a long line of Ferrari 2+2s that are intended to be a supercar you can fit your entire family in, and all their stuff. The GTC4Lusso is the last one of its kind as the model had been discontinued back in 2020. But that makes the GTC4Lusso that much more special, and it's not like it wasn't special to begin with. With a naturally aspirated V12, plus four-wheel drive, no hybrid system, and four seats, the GTC4Lusso is truly one of a kind. And don't go thinking that the NA V12 isn't making that much power compared to modern turbocharged engines, the GTC4Lusso horsepower is rated at 690 and you will hardly find a more powerful four-seater, let alone a faster one. Interestingly, the GTC4Lusso prices are nowhere near as high as they should be considering you are essentially getting a four-seater F12 with four-wheel drive. Now, since there are a lot of interesting things to talk about in this GTC4Lusso review, let's jump right into it. But before that, if you are looking for a GTC4Lusso or are looking to sell one, Exotic Car Trader will help you with both.
The history of the GTC4Lusso begins back in 1975 when Enzo Ferrari himself wanted a car that was more laid back, bigger, and more comfortable, but didn't want to drive something other than a Ferrari. So, he did what any of us would and commissioned to have a new Ferrari model added to the current lineup, and that was the 365 GT4. Enzo drove the 365 and its subsequent facelift and redesign alternatives until his passing, but the model lived on. In the 1990s we got the 456, and then the 612 and the FF before the GTC4Lusso came out. That means the GTC4Lusso had big shoes to fill, and it definitely succeeded. The GTC4Lusso is by far the best all-around car Ferrari has ever built. So, how many GTC4Lussos were made? The answer is right around 2,500. That's not that many considering how special the GTC4Lusso is, but that's a result of the SUV trend that's also responsible for the discontinuation of the model. It's also in part thanks to the fact that the GTC4Lusso was made in Maranello alongside supercars so the production numbers couldn't be that high and help bring the prices a bit lower. But that's neither here nor there so let's jump into the more technical side of this Ferrari GTC4Lusso review.
The GTC4Lusso horsepower and torque ratings are 690 and 514 lb-ft making it one of the most powerful cars on the market at the time in general, and especially one of the most powerful ones that have a trunk of its size. Of course, all that power has to be put to the ground somehow and that's where Ferrari's four-wheel drive system comes in. Thanks to all that power and the drivetrain, the GTC4Lusso 0-60 time is just 3.2 seconds or 3.4 seconds 0-62. In the real world, that's just as fast as the F12 Berlinetta, and much faster if the road conditions are not absolutely perfect. The GTC4Lusso's top speed isn't far behind the F12 either at 208 mph compared to the 211 mph the F12 can manage. Of course, all that extra technology, extra seats, and extra trunk space add to the GTC4Lusso's weight and make it by far the heaviest Ferrari of its time. The F12 for example weighs in at just 1,520 kg or 3,351 lb while the GTC4Lusso comes in at a whopping 1,920 kg or 4,233 lb. That's how much a lot of the modern full-size SUVs weigh, but the GTC4Lusso is still a Ferrari and it will outhandle virtually all other sports cars on the road, not to mention be more exhilarating to drive.
Considering that the GTC4Lusso is a car made for the entire family and at the same time a car made for long trips, Ferrari put a lot of effort into the GTC4Lusso's interior. Starting from the back, the rear seats are full size just like those in the front, but because the roof line is so low, the seats are too. Adult passengers in the back will definitely feel a bit claustrophobic but the GTC4Lusso is definitely a lot more spacious than a 911 and possibly even the Panamera. The rear passengers also get two AC vents, an armrest, and cup holders. The front passenger will definitely have a lot more fun thanks to a thin LCD mounted on the glove box which shows you the rev counter, traveling speed and all other board computer functions the driver gets, plus radio and navigation controls. Moving to the right, there is yet another screen as found in all other cars, and then two more in the gauge cluster, one on each side of the centrally mounted, analog rev counter that goes to 8K. The speedo is just as exciting with 220 for the final number. The GTC4Lusso design is then rounded off by the multifunctioning steering wheel that includes a Manettino dial and a start button. Other than that, the GTC4Lusso interior is covered in colorful leather, carbon fiber, and brushed aluminum which means nobody will leave the car disappointed.
Let's get one thing out of the way, every Ferrari is absolutely beautiful when compared to 95% of other cars. But naturally, some Ferraris are better looking than others and the general public seriously disliked the older FF, especially the rear end. Well, Ferrari noted that the biggest exterior difference between the FF and the GTC4Lusso is the rear. The GTC4Lusso has quad tail lights, a high diffusor, and quad exhausts, plus a more sloping roofline and accentuated hips. Overall, the rear of the GTC4Lusso is arguably better looking than even the rear of the F12. At the front, the GTC4Lusso and the FF become a lot more difficult to distinguish, but when put next to one another, the GTC4Lusso definitely has a sharper, more focused front end. The Lusso also has a more aggressive bumper, a bigger air intake, and a nice-looking hood recess. The side profiles of the two cars are nearly identical although the GTC4Lusso has three slats in the side vent which look much better. Overall, the GTC4Lusso design is most definitely a huge improvement over the FF, and it's a really good-looking Ferrari generally speaking.
The most notable piece of technology the GTC4Lusso packs, besides that wonderful V12, is its four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering system. Even before the FF came out, Ferrari figured that it needed a four-wheel drive system if it wanted to stay competitive, and if it wanted to build an SUV in the future. The FF was the test bed for an all-new four-wheel drive technology patented by Ferrari. That same system used in the FF is now found in the GTC4Lusso and the Purosangue. What makes the system so special is the fact that it only adds around 80 kg of weight to the car. The system uses a second transmission mounted at the front of the engine that powers the front wheels alone. The transmission has two gears plus reverse and only works when the main transmission is under the fifth gear. Beyond that, all the power goes to the rear wheels, but at such speeds, a four-wheel drive system is useless for the most part anyway. The four-wheel steering is there to make the GTC4Lusso just a bit more usable because it's a pretty long car that has an even longer wheelbase.
Unlike the GTCLusso T, the GTC4Lusso is definitely an investment Ferrari. It's the last ever naturally aspirated V12 2+2 Ferrari has made which means the prices will eventually go up. But looking back, the GTC4Lusso price has been in a downward trend for the past few years, or ever since it went out of production. So, how much is a GTC4Lusso worth? The answer is, right around $300,000 on average with a lot of low mileage examples going for around $250,000. At this time, those prices make the GTC4Lusso one of the best value-for-money Ferraris you can buy. At $250,000 you are essentially getting an up-to-date Ferrari with no miles, a N/A V12, four-wheel drive, four seats, and nearly 700 horsepower. And let's remember that the new Panamera Turbo costs nearly as much and you are getting a much more interesting experience with the GTC4Lusso, and you will potentially make money on it while the Panamera is one of the worst financial decisions one can make. And if you are looking for a Panamera or a Ferrari GTC4Lusso for sale, check Exotic Car Trader where you can almost always find a few examples of each.
Ultimately, the Ferrari GTC4Lusso isn't as exciting, fun to drive, or interesting as most other Ferrari models. But then again, the GTC4Lusso is made to be the sensible choice, and sensible is never fun, or so people think. A Ferrari with four seats, a V12, and four-wheel drive that outperforms most mid-engine supercars in the real world is definitely a fun car in our book if not more fun than some of those alternatives. While you are still here at Exotic Car Trader, do a quick browse of the cars we have for sale and if you see something you like, reach out to us and we will help you with every step of the purchasing process. We can also help you sell your car if that's what you are looking to do. Hopefully, this Ferrari GTC4Lusso review helped you get more familiar with one of the most interesting and at the same time inconspicuous Ferrari models of the past few decades.
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