Ferrari 612 Scaglietti mule spied undergoing testing

2012 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is due for a major overhaul and spies have caught new pictures of the next-generation model.

It was undergoing testing near the Arctic Circle which the development mule is showing a longer wheelbase, a new exhaust system, a redesigned front bumper, and a bulging hood. According to a report, the mule was being run alongside two other prototypes with similar modifications.

While details are limited, power will likely come from an Enzo-derived V12 engine with at least 397 kW (533 hp/540 PS) and 588 Nm (434 lb-ft) of torque. Backed up by a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission found in the 458 Italia and Ferrari 599 HY-KERS concept, the 612 should accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in less than four seconds, before topping at 200+mph (322+km/h). Unlike today’s model, the 612 replacement could offer an all-wheel drive system.

If you’re inclined to buy a Ferrari for status, you may be interested to learn the 612 could come as a hybrid. As previewed by the HY-KERS concept, which recently debuted at the Geneva International Motor Show, the hybrid would probably feature a three-phase electric motor and a lithium-ion battery pack.

Since the car is expected to be launched in 2012, look for Ferrari to start testing a prototype of the production model later this year.

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