Ferrari has introduced the limited-edition 12Cilindri Manuale, bringing back the iconic gated shifter and clutch pedal through a new Manual-By-Wire system. Powered by an 819hp 6.5-litre V12, the supercar combines classic driving engagement with modern dual-clutch performance.
For decades, Ferrari's iconic gated manual gearbox was considered one of the purest expressions of driver engagement.
As technology advanced, the brand transitioned to faster, more efficient dual-clutch transmissions, leaving traditional manual transmissions behind.
Now Ferrari has introduced the 12Cilindri Manuale, a limited-edition model that seeks to revive the spirit of manual driving without reverting to a conventional manual gearbox.
It marks the return of a physical H-pattern shifter and a clutch pedal to Maranello through an innovative Manual-By-Wire tech setup.
It is an electronically simulated manual transmission that replaces mechanical linkages with digital sensors, software, and force-feedback actuators.
Ferrari introduced this system on the limited-edition Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale; it tricks the driver into believing they are operating a classic three-pedal mechanical stick shift.
Even though the car is physically running a standard 8-speed automatic Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) underneath.
Automotive manufacturer chooses this route to solve a modern engineering dilemma: power vs mechanical limits.
Modern high-performance engines produce immense horsepower and torque that traditional mechanical manual gearboxes struggle to manage safely or smoothly.
To fit a true manual, manufacturers often have to 'detune', reduce the power of the engine. Manual by-wire allows enthusiasts to enjoy the analogue theatre and physical workload of a stick shift without sacrificing a single horsepower of performance.
Drivers navigate an open-gate metal shifter that produces the iconic metallic 'click' sound. This shifter actively controls the first 6 gears and reverse.
Toggling a dedicated switch or depressing the clutch below 100km/h activates the manual setup.
For heavy traffic, the automatic mode can be reverted to full, which unlocks the 7th and 8th gears for highway cruising and better fuel efficiency.
The Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale maintains the identical, blistering performance numbers of the standard automatic model.
| Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Specification | Details |
| Engine And Powertrain | |
| Engine Type | Front-mid mounted, 6.5-litre (6,496 cc) naturally aspirated V12 (F140 series). |
| Maximum Power | 830 cv (819 hp / 610 kW) at 9,250 rpm. |
| Maximum Torque | 678 Nm (500 lb-ft) at 7,250 rpm. |
| Maximum Engine Speed | Redlines at a screaming 9,500 rpm. |
| Transmission | 8-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) paired with a simulated 6-speed gated "Manuale by Wire" system. |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD). |
| Performance Figures | |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) | 2.9 to 3.0 seconds. |
| 0-200 km/h (0-124 mph) | 7.9 seconds. |
| Top Speed | In excess of 340 km/h (211 mph). |
| Dimensions And Capacities | |
| Length | 4,733 mm (186.3 inches). |
| Width | 2,176 mm (85.7 inches) with mirrors. |
| Height | 1,292 mm (50.8 inches). |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm (106.3 inches). |
| Base Dry Weight | 1,560 kg (3,439 lbs). |
| Manual-by-Wire Hardware Weight | Adds just 3.5 kg (7.7 lbs) of weight to the cabin cockpit. |
| Weight Distribution | Front-mid engine layout providing 48.5% front / 51.5% rear balance. |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 litres. |
| Boot Space | 270 litres. |
| Chassis, Wheels, and Braking | |
| Chassis Architecture | Lightweight all-aluminium spaceframe chassis. |
| Steering System | Four-wheel independent steering (4WS) for enhanced high-speed agility. |
| Brakes | Electronic brake-by-wire controlling carbon-ceramic discs (398mm front / 360mm rear). |
| Wheels | 21-inch staggered forged alloy wheels. |
| Tyre Layout | Michelin Pilot Sport S5 or Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport (275/35 ZR21 front, 315/35 ZR21 rear) |
The production is strictly limited to 1,499 units worldwide, a historical nod to the 1,499 cc displacement of Ferrari's first V12 engine from 1947.
It is available exclusively as a coupé, and every unit is configured through Ferrari's elite Tailor Made program.
The estimated base price is around €590,000 (₹6.43 crore) with initial customer deliveries scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2027.
The 12Cilindri Manuale represents more than just another high-performance Ferrari.
It is an acknowledgement that driving enjoyment is measured not solely by acceleration figures or lap times, but also by the interaction between the driver and the machine.
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