Ferrari lifted the covers on the 12Cilindri Manuale at Maranello on July 3, 2026, positioned as a limited-run tribute to the marque’s twelve-cylinder heritage. It is the first new Ferrari fitted with a real clutch pedal and gated shifter since the 599 GTB Fiorano ended production in 2012 — roughly a fourteen-year gap in the model line.
The mechanical package under the skin is unchanged from the standard 12Cilindri: a 6.5-litre naturally aspirated V12 producing 830 CV (830 hp / 611 kW) at 9,250 rpm and 678 Nm at 7,250 rpm, with a 9,500 rpm redline. Production is capped at 1,499 units worldwide, referencing the internal type number of the very first V12 built by Maranello. Pricing starts from approximately €590,000 in Italy, with first deliveries scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
Manuale by-wire — How the 6-Speed Gated Shifter Actually Works
Despite the traditional gate and three-pedal layout, the transmission hardware itself is the same 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox fitted to the standard 12Cilindri. Ferrari calls the system “Manuale by-wire”. Two Hall-effect sensors read the position of the shift lever, a stroke sensor monitors the clutch pedal, and an electronic controller translates those inputs into hydraulic commands sent to the DCT.
A small electric actuator physically prevents the lever from being moved out of the P/neutral gate unless Manual mode is engaged. The gearbox is capable of operating either as a conventional automatic (start with the brake pedal, no clutch input) or as a full manual (start with the clutch pressed, then shift through the gate). Only the first six ratios are wired to the shifter; seventh and eighth remain reserved for automatic cruising in comfort mode.
Pressing the clutch firmly at any speed below 100 km/h hands control back to the electronic controller and the transmission reverts to automatic. Because the system faithfully replicates a conventional manual feel, the engine can be stalled like any three-pedal car. Ferrari points to the Koenigsegg CC850 as the closest conceptual reference for this “analog interface, digital hardware” approach.
6.5L Naturally Aspirated V12 — 830 HP at 9,250 RPM, 9,500 RPM Redline
The engine itself is the F140-derived 6.5-litre unit already in service in the standard 12Cilindri and 12Cilindri Spider. Bore and stroke are 94 × 78 mm, with a 13.5:1 compression ratio and a specific output of 128 hp per litre. Peak power of 830 CV arrives at 9,250 rpm, with maximum torque of 678 Nm at 7,250 rpm. Redline is held at 9,500 rpm.
Ferrari notes that with 98 RON fuel a Dynamic overboost function yields an extra 5 hp under transient full-throttle loads. Dry weight is quoted at 1,565 kg, with a 48.4 : 51.6 front-to-rear weight distribution. No mechanical changes have been introduced to the engine, cooling package or exhaust system relative to the standard car.
Performance — 0-100 in 2.9 s, Top Speed Above 340 km/h
Manufacturer-quoted acceleration figures are 0–100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and 0–200 km/h in under 7.9 seconds. Top speed is stated at more than 340 km/h in fully automatic mode. In manual mode, top speed is limited to 315 km/h because the driver has access to only six of the eight available ratios.
These numbers place the 12Cilindri Manuale in the same performance bracket as the standard 12Cilindri, confirming that the mechanical DCT hardware is doing the actual shifting work regardless of the interface presented to the driver.
Interior — Gated Console, Digital Instruments, Two-Seat Layout
The cockpit retains the base 12Cilindri’s dual-display layout: a large digital instrument cluster ahead of the driver and a secondary display for the passenger. The centre tunnel is redesigned around the shifter assembly: a brushed-aluminium gate and matte-finish knob replace the standard car’s rotary selector, while the auxiliary R/N/D/L touch panel keeps automatic operation one press away.
All 1,499 cars are built through the Ferrari Tailor Made programme. Twenty-five heritage colours are offered, including Argento Nürburgring, Blu Pozzi and Nero Daytona. The launch colour is Rosso Rubino.
Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Full Specification Table
| Specification | Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale (2027) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 6.5L (6,496 cc) naturally aspirated V12, 65° bank angle |
| Bore × Stroke | 94 × 78 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 13.5 : 1 |
| Peak Power | 830 CV (830 hp / 611 kW) at 9,250 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 678 Nm at 7,250 rpm |
| Redline | 9,500 rpm |
| Specific Output | 128 hp / litre |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual by-wire (gated shifter) using 8-speed DCT hardware, rear-mounted |
| Layout | Front-mid engine, rear-wheel drive, 2-seat |
| 0–100 km/h | 2.9 s |
| 0–200 km/h | < 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | > 340 km/h (auto) · 315 km/h (manual mode) |
| Dry Weight | 1,565 kg |
| Weight Distribution | 48.4 : 51.6 (front : rear) |
| Production | Limited to 1,499 units, worldwide |
| Base Price | from €590,000 (Italy, pre-Tailor Made) |
| Deliveries | Q1 2027 |
Rosso Rubino Launch Colour, 25 Tailor Made Options
Beyond Rosso Rubino, buyers can commission any of Ferrari’s 25 Tailor Made heritage shades, including Argento Nürburgring, Blu Pozzi, Nero Daytona, Grigio Ferro and Giallo Modena. Interior specification is fully bespoke through the same programme, and the standard car’s carbon-fibre roof, wing and diffuser options remain on the order sheet.
Price €590,000, Production Limited to 1,499 Units
Ferrari has confirmed a starting price of approximately €590,000 in Italy (before local taxes and Tailor Made options). For reference, the standard 12Cilindri coupe starts at approximately €395,000, meaning the Manuale carries a ~50 % premium for the shifter, the gated gate and the limited-edition status. First customer deliveries are scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.
The 1,499-unit production run is a direct reference to Ferrari internal type number 1,499, the first V12 to leave Maranello. All units are being allocated to existing Ferrari clients; no waiting-list orders will be accepted.
First Manual Ferrari V12 in 14 Years — Return to Analog After Luce EV
The 12Cilindri Manuale is the first new Ferrari V12 fitted with a gated shifter since the 599 GTB Fiorano ceased production in 2012. The last four-cylinder-plus manual Ferrari was the California (2008–2012), which also offered a six-speed manual as a special-order option. In between, all Ferrari road cars have used either the F1 single-clutch automated manual or the current 7- and 8-speed dual-clutch gearboxes.
The Manuale arrives only weeks after the divisive Ferrari Luce electric grand tourer reveal. Positioning it as a strictly analog-feeling counterpoint appears deliberate: the two cars target opposite ends of the current Ferrari client base, with the Manuale aimed squarely at traditionalists and long-time V12 collectors.
Sources & Verification
Technical figures, production numbers and pricing verified against the following primary and secondary sources: Ferrari official press page, Reuters (July 3, 2026), Motor1 photo gallery, Motor1 — How the Manuale by-wire works, The Drive, Car and Driver, Auto Express, Auto Motor und Sport, and Gazzetta dello Sport. All performance and dimensional figures are manufacturer-quoted at time of publication.
