Live updates: Ferrari Portofino launch in India

Team OD Updated: September 28, 2018, 12:52 PM IST

Italian exotic car manufacturer Ferrari is all set to launch the Portofino in India today. Named after one of the most beautiful towns in Italy, the�Ferrari Portofino�replaces the Ferrari California T in the Italian carmaker's lineup. While largely the same dimensionally, the Portofino draws a more elegant, smoother and understated profile. It also weighs in 80 fewer kg than while bringing 40 PS more to the table. The award-winning twin-turbo V8 derived from the Ferrari 488 makes 600PS and 760Nm on the Portofino. The 2+2 seater hard-top convertible is aimed at many first-time Ferrari owners like its predecessor. Stay tuned to OVERDRIVE as we cover all the details of the 2018 Ferrari Portofino in our LIVE launch updates

Live Updates

Sep 28, 12:50 PM (IST)

Ferrari Portofino launched in India at Rs 3.5 crore. Details here

<p>Ferrari Portofino launched in India at Rs 3.5 crore. <a href="http://overdrive.in/news-cars-auto/ferrari-portofino-launched-in-india-at-rs-3-5-crore/">Details here </a></p>

Sep 28, 12:32 PM (IST)

We have already driven this exotica at a location where it truly belongs, Bari located on the eastern coast of Southern Italy. Here's a detailed first drive review video

Sep 28, 12:25 PM (IST)

Named after one of the most beautiful towns in Italy, the Ferrari Portofino replaces the Ferrari California T in the Italian carmaker's lineup

Sep 28, 12:22 PM (IST)

The interior of the Ferrari Portofino gets a couple of changes to the layout, and boasts new features like a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, 18-way electrically adjustable seats and a new wind deflector which reduces airflow inside the cabin by 30 per cent when the roof is down.

<p>The interior of the Ferrari Portofino gets a couple of changes to the layout, and boasts new features like a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, 18-way electrically adjustable seats and a new wind deflector which reduces airflow inside the cabin by 30 per cent when the roof is down.</p>

Sep 28, 12:20 PM (IST)

The 2+2 seater hard-top convertible is aimed at many first-time Ferrari owners like its predecessor. To boot, about 70 per cent of the California T buyers have been Ferrari-freshers. There are several design elements that make the car look a lot sharper.

<p>The 2+2 seater hard-top convertible is aimed at many first-time Ferrari owners like its predecessor. To boot, about 70 per cent of the California T buyers have been Ferrari-freshers. There are several design elements that make the car look a lot sharper.</p>

Sep 28, 12:17 PM (IST)

The award-winning twin-turbo V8 derived from the Ferrari 488 makes 600PS and 760Nm on the Portofino

Sep 28, 12:16 PM (IST)

The 3,855cc V8 is from the 488 family but this 600PS number features comprehensive tuning including new pistons and con rods. The new twin-turbo has a variable boost system that virtually eliminates turbo lag and the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission helps you make the most of that ability.