Ferrari California T Revealed for the First Time in Asia | Ferrari
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January 14, 2015

Ferrari California T Revealed for the First Time in Asia | Ferrari


Ferrari California T


Ferrari California T Debuts in Asia



It made its world premiere at the Geneva International Motor Show in March.FerrariThe "California T" also had its Japan premiere, with the actual car unveiled for the first time in Japan.



Text by YANAKA Tomomi




Already Has a One-Year Waiting List


As the successor to the "California," which debuted in 2008, it was announced at this year's MarchCaliforniaGeneva Motor Show.Geneva Motor ShowThe "California T". Its most significant feature is the newly developed 3.8-liter V8 turbo engine, the first turbo model since the "F40." It delivers a maximum output of 412 kW (560 ps) at 7,500 rpm, a 70 ps increase over the previous "California."

The front design has been completely revamped, giving it a face similar to theF12" and458 Italia". The body size remains unchanged, and it still features the retractable hardtop that opens or closes in 14 seconds.

At the press conference, Giuseppe Catteraneao, Managing Director of the company's Far East Area, who attended the event, commented, "We are very pleased to announce this new model equipped with our latest V8 engine. Japan has a long-standing culture of enjoying luxury cars and is the most important market in the Far East region. The California embodies a glamorous future, encompassing technology, power, and style."

Indeed, as he stated, the premiere in the Asian region was held ahead of China, where the Beijing Motor Show was taking place.






The Japan premiere was held at Happo-en in Shirokane, a venue renowned for its beautiful Japanese garden. Over 400 guests attended, and the event featured a California resort-style fashion show, creating a glamorous atmosphere. Against the backdrop of the lush greenery of the Japanese garden, the California T, in its new Blu California (blue) color, made its appearance, captivating the guests with its alluring engine sound.

With the introduction of the "California T," sales of the "California" have ended. Deliveries of the "California T" are scheduled to begin in the latter half of this year, with a price tag of 24.5 million yen in Japan. The company already has over a year's worth of back orders.


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Ferrari California T
Body Dimensions: Length 4,570 x Width 1,910 x Height 1,322 mm
Wheelbase: 2,670 mm
Tread Front/Rear: 1,630 / 1,605 mm
Dry Weight: 1,625 kg
Weight Distribution Front/Rear: 47% / 53%
Engine: 3,855 cc 90-degree V8 Direct Injection Turbo
Maximum Output: 412 kW (560 ps) / 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque: 755 Nm (77.0 kgm) / 4,750 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed Dual Clutch
Drivetrain: FR
Tires Front/Rear: 245/40ZR19 / 285/35ZR19
Brakes: Carbon Ceramic (CCM3)
Maximum Speed: 316 km/h
0-100 km/h Acceleration: 3.6 seconds
0-200 km/h Acceleration: 11.2 seconds
Fuel Economy (NEDC Value): 10.5 ℓ/100km (9.5 km/ℓ)
CO2 Emissions: 250 g/km
Fuel Tank Capacity: 78 liters
Trunk Capacity: 340 liters (with roof stowed)
Price: 24.5 million yen



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