SavageGeese gives the Ferrari 12Cilindri a strong positive review with a score of 70/100, praising it as a masterclass in driving dynamics and analog thrills. The car excels in performance with an 819-hp V12 that hits 60 mph in under 3 seconds, driving technology featuring rear-wheel steering and a forgiving ESC system that feels like "old-school with modern controls," and surprising livability with comfortable long-distance cruising and cargo space. The main drawbacks are the steep pricing (starting mid-$400,000s, testing at under $700,000) and interior technology that SavageGeese finds distracting—arguing the car would be better served with pure physical controls given its retro character. This is a car for wealthy enthusiasts who prioritize the pure driving experience and emotional connection of a naturally aspirated engine over everyday practicality.

Throttle House gave the Ferrari 12Cilindri a mixed review (57/100), praising its naturally aspirated V12 engine that delivers excellent performance with 500 lb-ft of torque and "dive-bomb" upshifts, while also highlighting its surprisingly livable character and weightless feel despite weighing 3,900 lbs. The cabin tech represents a notable weakness, with the infotainment system improving over previous models but still featuring problematic capacitive touch buttons that Ferrari has since abandoned, and steering engagement falls short of what a million-dollar Ferrari should deliver. At nearly a million Canadian dollars, the 12Cilindri struggles to justify its premium over cheaper Ferrari alternatives like the Amalfi, making it best suited for purists who value the rarity and character of a naturally aspirated V12 over outright excitement or driving engagement.