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2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

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Rating8.6

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Midsize Coupe
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$229,832 - $257,000
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Blasting performance

Clumsy dash and electronics design

No major changes

Top-notch handling

No manual transmission

Slick-shifting transmission

Some of the basic driver assistance features are optional

Meticulously crafted cabin

Plenty of customization options

Specs & Features

$229,832

price

562 hp @ 9000 rpm

horsepower

398 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

4.5L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Competing in the midsize coupe segment, the 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia Coupe is a direct competitor to the Aston Martin DB9 Coupe, the Lamborghini Gallardo Coupe, and the Bentley Continental GT Coupe which has the lowest price tag among the bunch. With standalone trim, the Ferrari 458 Italia starts off at an MSRP of $229,832. It is offered with a 4.5L V8 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, producing 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the 458 Italia manages a 0-60 of 3.4 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 14 MPG.

Buying Advice

This 458 Italia is a true beast of a car that comes in just one trim level. Customization options abound, so you can make it your own. We suggest opting for the optional Carbon Fiber Sport Package ($12,969), Front and Rear Parking Sensors ($2,269), and Rear Parking Camera ($3,566).

Trims

    Base
    $229,832 onwards
    • 2 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Heated mirrors
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Rear Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio

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2012 Ferrari 458 Italia

Price

$229,832- $257,000

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.58

Horsepower

562 hp @ 9000 rpm

Torque

398 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

Capacity

2

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Gasoline

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2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3 sec11.0 sec210 mph
    		3.1 sec10.7 sec210 mph
    		4.7 sec--
    2012 Audi R8

    Ranked #4

    		4.8 sec11.4 sec172 mph
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    2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		12 mpg17 mpg14 mpg22.7 gal.272.4/385.9 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.- -
      		15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19 gal.-
      2012 Audi R8

      Ranked #3

      		13 mpg20 mpg14 mpg23.8 gal.261.8/476 mi.

      2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		178.2 in.76.3 in.47.8 in.4 in.104.3 in.
        		177.4 in.75.2 in.47.2 in.4 in.105.1 in.
        		175.6 in.71.2 in.51.6 in.4.6 in.92.5 in.
        2012 Audi R8

        Ranked #4

        		174.4 in.75 in.49.3 in.4.3 in.104.3 in.

        2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		8.1 cu.ft.94.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.
          		-91 cu.ft.4.8 cu.ft.
          2012 Audi R8

          Ranked #3

          		3.5 cu.ft.-5.6 cu.ft.

          2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		83.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.-
            2012 Audi R8

            Ranked #2

            		5.6 cu.ft.3.5 cu.ft.5.6 cu.ft.232 ft.
            		79 cu.ft.-4.8 cu.ft.-

            2012 Ferrari 458 Italia vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3490 lbs.
              		992 lbs.- -
              		-3161 lbs.
              2012 Audi R8

              Ranked #1

              		551 lbs.3605 lbs.

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              MPG Combined : 14 mpg

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