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← Ferrari 458 Speciale · 2013-2015 · Mk1

Ferrari 458 Speciale Mk1

Headline trim: 4.5 V8 NA — 605 bhp, 0-62 in 3.0s.

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Verdict
A
BHP
605 bhp
0–60
3.0 s
Top speed
202 mph
MPG
18 mpg (US)
Used
$235,000-$444,000

Strengths

  • Most powerful NA road V8 (at launch)
  • 132 kg lighter than Italia
  • 9,000 rpm redline

Weaknesses

  • Limited supply
  • Hard ride
  • Aperta values eye-watering

Notable tech

  • Aluminium space-frame chassis
  • F136FB 4.5 V8 — 605 bhp
  • 7DCT
  • RWD
  • SSC (Side Slip Control) launched on this car
  • Carbon-ceramic brakes standard
  • Speciale Berlinetta and Speciale Aperta

Common issues

  • 7DCT clutch
  • Track-spec running
  • Aperta soft-top
  • Collectability

Engine derivatives

US-spec trims and engines offered across Mk1's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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458 Speciale
BHP605
Torque540 Nm
0–603.0 s
Top202 mph
MPG (US)18 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox7DCT
458 Speciale Aperta
BHP605
Torque540 Nm
0–603.0 s
Top199 mph
MPG (US)18 mpg
DriveRWD
Gearbox7DCT