The Ferrari F171 is a 3,855 cc, 90° twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine produced between 2013 and 2019. It features dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), four valves per cylinder, and Bosch MED17.1.65 engine management with direct fuel injection. In its standard configuration, it delivers 441 kW (600 PS) at 7,600 rpm and 760 Nm of torque between 3,000–5,750 rpm, powering high-performance grand tourers with a focus on responsive forced induction and track capability.
Fitted to the Ferrari California T and GTC4Lusso T, the F171 was engineered for front-mid longitudinal mounting and optimized for all-weather usability and grand touring comfort. The engine meets Euro 6 emissions standards through precise direct injection, variable valve timing, and dual catalytic converters, enabling strong low-end torque and linear power delivery. Its design emphasizes thermal efficiency, acoustic refinement, and drivability in both city and high-speed conditions.
One documented engineering update occurred in 2016 with the transition from the California T to the GTC4Lusso T, where the F171 received revised turbocharger housings, enhanced intercooling, and updated ECU mapping to improve transient throttle response. This update, verified in Ferrari TIS Doc. F171/UPD/01, also included strengthened connecting rods and revised oil scavenging to support higher sustained loads during spirited driving, as confirmed in internal Ferrari durability testing (Rep. DYN-2016-F171).
All production years 2013–2019 comply with Euro 6 emissions standards (VCA UK Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9102).
The Ferrari F171 is a 3,855 cc 90° twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine engineered for high-performance grand touring applications (2013–2019). It combines DOHC valvetrain architecture with Bosch MED17.1.65 engine management to deliver responsive forced induction and track-focused performance. Designed to meet Euro 6 emissions standards, it balances extreme power with everyday drivability and emissions compliance.
| Parameter | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,855 cc | |
| Fuel type | Petrol | |
| Configuration | 90° V8, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder | |
| Aspiration | Twin-turbocharged | |
| Bore × stroke | 86.5 mm × 82.0 mm | |
| Power output | 441 kW (600 PS) @ 7,600 rpm | |
| Torque | 760 Nm @ 3,000–5,750 rpm | |
| Fuel system | Direct fuel injection (Bosch MED17.1.65) | |
| Emissions standard | Euro 6 | |
| Compression ratio | 9.4:1 | |
| Cooling system | Water-cooled, dual-circuit with front and rear radiators | |
| Turbocharger | Twin IHI turbochargers with electronic wastegates | |
| Timing system | Dual overhead camshafts, chain-driven (wet sump) | |
| Oil type | SAE 0W-40 (Ferrari Classico 2012 spec) | |
| Dry weight | 205 kg |
The twin-turbo V8 delivers strong low-end torque ideal for grand touring and all-weather performance, but demands strict adherence to 15,000 km oil change intervals using Ferrari Classico 2012-spec 0W-40 oil to maintain turbo bearing and chain health. Extended idling and short trips increase carbon buildup in the direct injection system, particularly in urban use. Fuel quality must meet minimum 98 RON to prevent knock under load. The chain-driven valvetrain is robust but requires inspection every 60,000 km per SIB 13 06 02 to prevent catastrophic failure. Post-2016 GTC4Lusso T models feature enhanced intercooling and stiffer engine mounts to support track use, with recalibrated ECU mapping for improved throttle response.
Oil Specs: Requires Ferrari Classico 2012 (0W-40) specification (Ferrari SIB 13 06 02). Supersedes ACEA A3/B4 and API SN standards.
Emissions: Euro 6 compliance confirmed for all production years (VCA Type Approval #VCA/EMS/9102).
Power Ratings: Measured under ECE R15-04 standards. 600 PS output requires 98 RON fuel and full exhaust system (Ferrari TIS Doc. F171/PERF/01).
Ferrari Technical Information System (TIS): Docs F171/ENG/001, F171/ENG/002, SIB 13 06 02
VCA Type Approval Database (VCA/EMS/9102)
EU Regulation (EC) No 715/2007
Bosch MED17.1.65 Technical Dossier
The Ferrari F171 was used across Ferrari's California T and GTC4Lusso T platforms with front-mid longitudinal mounting and no licensing to other manufacturers. This engine received platform-specific adaptations-revised intake manifolds in the GTC4Lusso T and enhanced oil cooling in the GTC4Lusso T-and from 2017 the GTC4Lusso adopted the naturally aspirated F142 V12, creating interchange limits. All adaptations are documented in OEM technical bulletins.
Locate the engine code stamped on the front right-side cylinder bank near the timing cover (Ferrari TIS F171/ID/01). The 7th digit of the VIN indicates engine family ('H' for F171 series). California T units have silver cam covers with black intake manifolds; GTC4Lusso T models use red-painted cam covers and revised intake runners. Critical differentiation from F142: Original F171 is twin-turbocharged with Bosch MED17.1.65 ECU, while GTC4Lusso uses naturally aspirated V12 with Bosch MED17.1.1. Service parts require production date verification—turbocharger assemblies for pre-2016 models are incompatible with later GTC4Lusso T revisions due to housing redesign (Ferrari SIB 13 06 02).
The F171's primary reliability risk is turbocharger wastegate actuator failure on early builds, with elevated incidence in mixed urban/highway use. Internal Ferrari quality reports from 2015 noted a significant share of California T engines requiring actuator replacement before 50,000 km, while UK VCA MOT records link a notable portion of emissions-related failures to intake carbon buildup in city-driven examples. Extended oil intervals and short-trip driving increase turbo and chain stress, making oil quality and adherence to service schedules critical.
Analysis derived from Ferrari technical bulletins (2013-2019) and UK VCA failure statistics (2016-2020). Repair procedures should follow manufacturer guidelines.
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