The 2026 Ferrari Luce interior reveal shows a stunning return to analogue

If you were expecting Ferrari’s first foray into the electric world to look like a rolling iPad, you are in for a very pleasant surprise. Ferrari has pulled back the curtain on the interior of the Ferrari Luce, and it is a bold statement against the current trend of putting massive screens in every car. Previously known only by its project name, Elettrica, the Luce (which means “light” in Italian) is shaping up to be a vehicle that values the physical sensation of driving as much as the technology powering it.

The design is the result of a multi year collaboration with LoveFrom, the creative collective led by former Apple design chief Sir Jony Ive and Marc Newson. While you can certainly see the Apple influence in the precision machined aluminum and the clean lines, this isn’t a tech product disguised as a car. Instead, the Ferrari Luce cabin feels like a love letter to the Ferraris of the fifties and sixties. It blends high tech OLED displays with physical switches that click and clack with satisfying mechanical precision.

The Jony Ive influence on the cockpit of the Ferrari Luce

It is impossible to discuss the Ferrari Luce without mentioning the man who designed the iPhone. Jony Ive has famously spoken about his distaste for the modern obsession with touchscreens in cars, calling the idea that an EV interface must be purely digital “nonsense.” In the Luce, that philosophy is everywhere. The interior is devoid of glossy black plastic, replaced instead by a combination of leather, glass, and anodized aluminum.

The steering wheel is a perfect example of this. It is a thin rimmed, three spoke design inspired by the classic wooden wheels found in vintage 250 GTs. But if you look closer, you will see it is machined from a single piece of recycled aluminum. There are no touch sensitive sliders here. Every control, from the turn signals to the wipers, is a physical button or toggle. It is designed to be operated by feel alone, allowing the driver to keep their eyes on the road while their fingers interact with cold metal.

Where digital meets the old school

While the focus is on the analogue, the Ferrari Luce is still a cutting edge machine. The cleverness lies in how the digital elements are integrated into the dashboard. Directly in front of the driver is a 12.5 inch instrument cluster that looks like three separate analogue dials. However, this is actually an eight layer OLED binnacle developed with Samsung Display. The central dial features a physical needle that sweeps across a digital background, giving you a sense of depth that a flat screen simply cannot match.

In the center of the dashboard sits a 10 inch touchscreen, but even this is handled differently. It is mounted on an articulating bracket with a chunky aluminum handle. This handle also serves as a palm rest, allowing you to steady your hand while using the screen on a bumpy road. Below the screen, you will find a row of beautiful toggle switches for the climate control and media. It is a brilliant compromise. You use the screen for the deep settings like navigation, but you use the switches for the things you need to adjust every single day.

Helicopter controls and a magic key in the Ferrari Luce

Ferrari has always been about theater, and the Ferrari Luce does not disappoint in that department. Perhaps the most talked about feature is the launch control mechanism. Instead of a button on the wheel, you engage the car’s full power by pulling down on a massive aluminum handle located on the roof. This feels much like a pilot in a helicopter or a fighter jet. This panel also houses the switches for the exterior lights and the SOS system, keeping the main dashboard uncluttered and focused.

Then there is the key. The Ferrari Luce uses a physical key made of special glass with a small e-ink display on the front. To start the car, you have to dock the key into a dedicated recess on the center console. Once it clicks into place, the key’s yellow color literally transfers into the drive selector, which then glows to life. It is a purely aesthetic touch that took Ive’s team a year to perfect, but it creates a physical ritual for starting the car that a simple push to start button lacks.

The Ferrari Luce will redefine the passenger experience

The Ferrari Luce is a true four seater, and those in the back have not been forgotten. The center console stretches all the way to the rear, providing passengers with their own climate controls and a dedicated display. This rear screen shows real time vehicle data like speed and G-force, making the passengers feel like they are part of the journey rather than just along for the ride.

Even the materials used in the back are top tier, with storage cubbies lined in Alcantara and seats wrapped in premium Italian leather. Despite being a high performance EV with over 1,000 horsepower, the Ferrari Luce is surprisingly practical. It features two cup holders, multiple storage areas, and even physical buttons for the boot release. This proves that a supercar can still be usable on a daily basis without sacrificing luxury.