Overview The Roma is Ferrari at peak elegance, its silhouette a brushstroke capable of melting hearts. Underneath that sinewy bodywork resides a 612-hp twin-turbo V-8 that emits a mellifluous exhaust note that begs to be coached to the V-8’s 7500-rpm redline. A rear-mounted eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission sends its output to the rear wheels. Despite the Roma’s classic style, a digital interface controls most user functions, and its tiny back seats are limited in space. But griping about these things is a bit like enjoying a rare vintage of Barolo and fretting over a folded corner on the bottle’s label. However you choose to consume it, the Roma delivers a driving experience that transcends mere transportation. What’s New for 2025?The Roma returns for 2026 in top-down Spider form only, as the coupe retired from the Ferrari stable. Pricing and Which One to BuyThe price of the 2025 Ferrari Roma starts at $279,965.It’s mostly window shopping, but if we were to indulge in Roma ownership, we’d paint it Verde British green, an available historical color. There are six wheel options, and we think the darker matte Grigio Corsa wheels look sharp with equally darker paint. Interior color options are nearly limitless, available in both single-color and two-tone motifs with Rosso Ferrari leather trim. There’s really no wrong choice here, except of course for Nero black, which feels way too corporate. Engine, Transmission, and Performance Stuffed under the Roma’s lengthy hood and mounted near the middle of the car is a turbocharged 3.9-liter V-8 that makes 612 horsepower and 561 pound-feet of torque. It pairs with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) that debuted on the even more exotic Ferrari SF90 Stradale. While we’ve had the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the Roma, we haven’t had a chance to test its performance at the track. Still, our drive taught us that this Ferrari can be enjoyed both during a nonchalant cruise or when raced around winding corners. Its high-revving V-8 produces glorious sounds, and the DCT quickly adapts to requests for snappy gear changes, especially when you turn the drive mode dial to Sport or Race. While its steering was light on effort, we appreciated the helm’s directness and precision.0–60-MPH TimesWe’ve yet to strap our testing gear to the Roma Spider, but we estimate it will hit 60 mph in 3.1 seconds, shaving a few tenths off Ferrari’s 3.4-second estimate.
More on the Roma Spider ConvertibleFuel Economy and Real-World MPG With a powerful engine and sporty pretensions, the Roma isn’t fooling anyone that it’s going to be especially fuel efficient. Appropriately, the Roma Spider is EPA-rated for an estimated 17 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. If we get an opportunity to run one on our 75-mph highway fuel-economy route, part of our extensive testing regimen, we’ll update this section with the numbers. For more information about the Roma’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.Interior, Comfort, and CargoStitched together with leather and swathed in faux suede, the Roma’s interior mixes upscale materials with a unique layout. Each front-seat passenger is cocooned by a sweeping dashboard that flows into the doors and floating center console. The driver faces a giant 16-inch fully digital gauge cluster that responds to haptic controls on the Roma’s button-heavy, flat-bottom steering wheel. A pair of rear seats makes it a 2+2 coupe, and the space is suitable for adults in short spurts as long as the front seats are properly adjusted. Unlike most other Ferrari models, the Roma has a large center section, just don’t expect its interior cubby storage to be plentiful.The Car and Driver DifferenceInfotainment and ConnectivityDespite wearing the iconic Prancing Horse logo, the Roma is more of a grand tourer than a focused track star. As a result, it treats passengers with more infotainment and connectivity features than some other Ferrari models. This includes a vertically mounted 8.4-inch touchscreen as well as a separate screen for the front passenger.How to Buy and Maintain a CarSafety and Driver-Assistance FeaturesWhile driver-assistance technology is usually an afterthought on ultra-pricey sports cars, the Roma offers several advanced assists. For more information about the Roma’s crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
- Available adaptive cruise control
- Available lane-departure warning
Warranty and Maintenance CoverageOwning a Ferrari is obviously much different than owning a Toyota, since you’re not likely to rack up thousands of miles a year. That’s why its relatively short limited and powertrain coverages are not surprising. Still, the automaker provides lengthy complimentary maintenance and offers extended warranty plans.
- Limited warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
- Powertrain warranty covers three years and unlimited miles
- Complimentary maintenance is covered for seven years and unlimited miles
SpecificationsSpecifications
2024 Ferrari Roma Spider
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 2+2-passenger, 2-door convertible
PRICE
Base: $277,970
ENGINE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 235 in3, 3855 cm3
Power: 612 hp @ 7500 rpm
Torque: 561 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
TRANSMISSION
8-speed dual-clutch automatic
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 105.1 in
Length: 183.3 in
Width: 77.7 in
Height: 51.4 in
Curb Weight (C/D est): 3800 lb
PERFORMANCE (C/D EST)
60 mph: 3.1 sec
100 mph: 7.0 sec
1/4-Mile: 11.1 sec
Top Speed: 199 mph
EPA FUEL ECONOMY (C/D EST)
Combined/City/Highway: 19/17/21 mpg More Features and Specs
Source: caranddriver.com
