Ferrari Luce launches in China at 586,600 USD, all 88 cars sell out immediately
Ferrari's first electric vehicle, the Luce, sells out its initial 88-unit China launch immediately despite divisive reactions to its design.
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Ferrari has debuted the Luce, its first electric vehicle, in the Chinese market. Priced at 586,600 USD, the entire initial allocation of 88 cars sold out immediately.
The vehicle was designed by former Apple employee Jony Ive. Coverage from Reuters and The New York Times highlights a polarizing reception to the car's aesthetics, with one opinion piece describing it as "ugly." A Ferrari executive stated that the divisive design needs to be "digested." Meanwhile, Yahoo Finance reports that Ferrari has rejected claims that purchasing a Luce is a requirement for accessing other limited-edition models.
Future developments may center on how the market responds to the Luce's design over time and whether further units will be released following the rapid sell-out of the first 88 cars.
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Quick answers
What is the price of the Ferrari Luce in China?
The vehicle launched at 586,600 USD.
Who designed the Ferrari Luce?
The Luce was designed by Apple veteran Jony Ive.
How many units were available at launch?
All 88 cars available at launch sold out immediately.
Coverage (5)
- Ferrari's first EV Luce debuts in China, designed by Apple veteran Jony Ive CnEVPost · 8h ago
- Ferrari Rejects Claims Luce EV Purchase Is Required for Access to Limited-Edition Models Yahoo Finance · 8h ago
- Ferrari's divisive new EV car needs to be 'digested', company exec says Reuters · 8h ago
- Opinion | It’s Ugly. It Costs $640,000. Everyone Is Mad About It but Me. The New York Times · 8h ago
- Ferrari Luce launches in China at 586,600 USD, all 88 cars sell out immediately CarNewsChina.com · 8h ago broke it first
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