Never say never. That’s what Ferrari is effectively telling themselves with the debut of their first SUV, the Purosangue (“poo-roh-SAHNG-weh”). The name means “thoroughbred” in Italian, and it’s less of an SUV and more of a stilted grand touring estate. Hell, Ferrari won’t even call it an SUV. The Purosangue borrows cues from the 296 GTB and the Roma while imbuing it with an FF-like profile, only taller. Suicide doors with power-operated rears, floating wheel arches, and some massive rear haunches give it a purposeful look. The creased and muscular Purosangue is powered by a front-mounted 6.5-liter V12 good for 715 horsepower to all four wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. It will be super-quick, launching from 0-62 mph in a mere 3.3 seconds. The Purosangue is far less for cargo and spacious rear occupant digs and more about shuttling four people at a very fast pace, but at least there will be cupholders in the back.
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Huckberry’s Essential Holiday Gift Guide
Unzip your coat and have some mulled wine on the house—you’ve arrived at your final gifting destination: The Holiday Gift Guide. It’s like your friendly neighborhood one-stop holiday shop, except instead of balsa wood ornaments, ours is packed with thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. Future heirlooms, small-but-significant stocking stuffers, and gear for getting out there (or staying in)—are all right here. There’s no music playing in the background though, so you’ll just have to hum Bing Crosby while you click around instead.
