Ferrari has revealed the interior of its highly anticipated first electric vehicle, dubbed “Luce” – Italian for “light” or “illumination.” The design, developed in collaboration with Sir Jony Ive’s firm LoveFrom (formerly of Apple), marks a radical departure from traditional Ferrari cabins. The automaker is rolling out details in phases, having previously announced the car’s performance specifications.
A Minimalist Cabin with High-Tech Touches
The Luce’s interior prioritizes simplicity and technology. Three screens dominate the layout: a driver’s display, a central infotainment screen, and rear-seat controls. The driver’s display is particularly striking, featuring two overlapping panels with cutouts that reveal the rear display, creating a layered, aviation-inspired aesthetic. Notably, the entire display unit moves with the steering column.
The steering wheel itself is a modern take on classic Ferrari designs, with a thin rim and exposed aluminum spokes. Physical controls – cruise control, drive modes, traction settings, wipers, and suspension adjustment – are integrated directly into the wheel, preserving tactile interaction alongside the digital interface.
The central screen includes a palm rest and swivels for easy access by both driver and passenger. Physical buttons manage climate control, while a unique cutout houses a proprietary function with four modes: clock, chronograph, compass, and launch control.
Unique Details: Glass Key and Minimalist Console
Ferrari is pushing boundaries with details like a glass key featuring an E-ink display that changes color when docked in the console. The center console itself is deliberately minimalist, housing only essential window and door controls.
An overhead panel provides additional switches for lights, defrost, and launch control. Even the rear passengers get dedicated physical HVAC controls and vehicle status readouts.
Performance and Launch Timeline
The Luce will pack four electric motors, delivering up to 986 horsepower in Boost mode. Ferrari claims a top speed of 192 mph and a 0-62 mph acceleration time of just 2.5 seconds. The exterior of the car will be unveiled in May at a special event in Italy.
The interior design signals a bold new direction for Ferrari, integrating Apple-inspired minimalism with the brand’s racing heritage.
This first look at the Luce’s interior confirms that Ferrari’s first EV will be unlike anything the company has produced before. Whether this represents a true evolution of the Ferrari spirit remains to be seen, but the design is undeniably ambitious.
