'Somehow worse than I could ever have imagined': the new Ferrari Luce EV is getting a brutal reception, but legendary Apple designer Jony Ive has defended his choices — and there's one key decision most people agree with
Ferrari has launched its first electric vehicle, the Luce, which has received a mixed reception from the public. Designed in part by Jony Ive, the car features four electric motors and a price tag starting at €550,000. While some appreciate its design, many critics have expressed disappointment, suggesting it strays too far from Ferrari's traditional aesthetic.
- ▪The Ferrari Luce is the company's first electric vehicle.
- ▪It features four electric motors and can produce up to 1,050 horsepower.
- ▪The design has been met with criticism, with some calling it 'somehow worse than I could ever have imagined.'
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Vehicle Tech Hybrid & Electric Vehicles 'Somehow worse than I could ever have imagined': the new Ferrari Luce EV is getting a brutal reception, but legendary Apple designer Jony Ive has defended his choices — and there's one key decision most people agree with News By David Nield published 26 May 2026 It's Ferrari's first EV When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The new Ferrari Luce EV (Image credit: Ferrari) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, its first electric carIt's partly designed by ex-Apple design guru Jony IveThe design…
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