Overview
The Roma is Ferrari’s second V-8-powered front-engine coupe ever, following the now-discontinued GTC4Lusso T. It makes good use of a 612-hp twin-turbo V-8 and a rear-mounted eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Its powertrain screams all the way up to its 7500-rpm redline. From the driver’s seat, the cabin is fitted with a nearly all-digital interface. While the Roma does have back seats, they’re mostly there in spirit instead of actual use, but it does feel surprisingly spacious inside. This quarter-million-dollar Ferrari will use its hundreds of prancing horses to summon butterflies in your stomach.
What’s New for 2024?
Ferrari rolls out the fabric top for the 2024 Roma, adding a new convertible Spider variant. The automaker claims the droptop adds just 185 pounds to the coupe, raising or lowering in just 13.5 seconds at speeds up to 37 mph.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
It’s mostly window shopping, but if we were lucky enough to indulge in Roma ownership, we’d stick with the coupe and paint it Verde British green, an available historical color. There are six wheel options, and we think the darker matte Grigio Corsa wheels look sharp with equally darker paint. Interior color options are nearly limitless, available in both single-color and two-tone motifs with Rosso Ferrari leather trim. There’s really no wrong choice here, except of course for Nero black, which feels way too corporate.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Stuffed under the Roma’s lengthy hood and mounted near the middle of the car is a turbocharged 3.9-liter V-8 that makes 612 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) that debuted on the even more exotic Ferrari SF90 Stradale. While we’ve had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the Roma, we haven’t had a chance to test its performance at the track. Still, our drive taught us that this Ferrari can be enjoyed both during a nonchalant cruise or when raced around winding corners. Its high-revving V-8 produces glorious sounds, and the DCT quickly adapts to requests for snappy gearchanges—especially when you turn the drive mode dial to Sport or Race. While its steering was light on effort, we appreciated the helm’s directness and precision.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
With a powerful engine and sporty pretensions, the Roma isn’t fooling anyone that it’s going to be especially fuel efficient. The coupe is rated at 17 mpg in the city and 22 on the highway. However, we can’t evaluate its real-world mpg unless we have an opportunity to run one on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, which is part of our extensive testing regimen. For more information about the Roma’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
Stitched together with leather and swathed in faux suede, the Roma’s interior mixes upscale materials with a unique layout. Each front-seat passenger is cocooned by a sweeping dashboard that flows into the doors and floating center console. The driver faces a giant 16-inch fully digital gauge cluster that responds to haptic controls on the Roma’s button-heavy, flat-bottom steering wheel. A pair of rear seats make it a 2+2 coupe, and the space is actually suitable for adults in short spurts as long the front seats are properly adjusted. Unlike most other Ferrari models, the Roma has a large center section, just don’t expect its interior cubby storage to be plentiful.
Infotainment and Connectivity
Despite wearing the iconic Prancing Horse logo, the Roma is more of a grand tourer than a focused track star. As a result, it treats passengers with more infotainment and connectivity features than some other Ferrari models. This includes a vertically mounted 8.4-inch touchscreen as well as a separate screen for the front passenger.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
While driver-assistance technology is usually an afterthought on ultra-pricey sports cars, the Roma offers several advanced assists. For more information about the Roma’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
- Available adaptive cruise control
- Available lane-departure warning
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Owning a Ferrari is obviously much different than owning a Toyota, since you’re not likely to rack up thousands of miles a year. That’s why its relatively short limited and powertrain coverages are not surprising. Still, the automaker provides lengthy complimentary maintenance and offers extended warranty plans.
- Limited warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
- Powertrain warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for seven years and unlimited miles
Specifications
Specifications
2021 Ferrari Roma
VEHICLE TYPE
front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2+2-passenger, 2-door coupe
BASE PRICE
$222,620
ENGINE TYPE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement
235 in3, 3855 cm3
Power
612 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque
561 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed dual-clutch automatic
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 105.1 in
Length: 183.3 in
Width: 77.7 in
Height: 51.2 in
Trunk volume: 10 ft3
Curb weight (C/D est): 3600 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 3.1 sec
100 mph: 6.8 sec
1/4 mile: 11.0 sec
Top speed: 199 mph
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/city/highway: 19/17/22 mpg
