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10 Of The Most Captivating AWD Sport Cars Available In 2024

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In 2019, Ferrari introduced the next chapter in its history — a new plug-in hybrid super sports car, the SF90 Stradale. With a staggering 986 hp and 860 pounds of downforce at 155 mph, the SF90 vaulted to the pinnacle of the super sports car echelon. Ditching tradition, Ferrari opted for a twin-turbocharged V8 instead of the customary V12 for its range-topping model. Since then, the SF90 family has expanded to include the open-air Spider variant and the Track-focused XX models in both Stradale and Spider forms.

These models boast a 4.0 twin-turbocharged V8 engine and a trio of electric motors. The base SF90 models produce 986 hp, while the SF90 XX models unlock 30 more ponies to produce 1,016 hp. Two electric motors propel the front axle, while the third, a single F1-style MGUK motor, is nestled between the new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission and the V8. Despite this seemingly complex setup, Ferrari offers four intuitive powertrain modes, making the SF90 surprisingly driver-friendly.

The unique hybrid layout makes the SF90 the first all-wheel drive Ferrari, allowing it to channel all its power to the ground for a blistering 0 to 62 mph run of 2.5 seconds. Its full electric front axle, known as RAC-e, independently controls torque delivered to the front wheels, making spirited driving simpler. It also provides propulsion in electric drive, giving the SF90 Stradale an all-electric range of nine miles. By incorporating F1-derived technology, the SF90 cements its position as a technological marvel and a rare AWD sports car with a direct link to Formula 1's racing heritage.

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