2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
Overview
Ferrari has a long history of creating magnificent 12-cylinder engines with passion and accuracy, which has led to a strong association with mechanical bliss. Through the use of hybrid propulsion, the 296GTB coupe and 296GTS convertible close the gap between the brand’s history and present. Instead of a V-12 or even a V-8, the 296’s hybrid system is built around a turbocharged V-6, which is sure to upset some traditionalists until they remember that Ferrari’s Formula 1 race cars also use that configuration—and that the 296 produces an incredible 819 horsepower. Although sending all of that power to the back wheels would typically make us uneasy, clever engineering and technology not only make it manageable but also approachable.2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
What’s New for 2025?2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
The 2025 Ferrari 296GTB and 296GTS return with no notable changes for 2025.
Pricing and Which One to Buy in 2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
Depending on the trim and options, the 2025 Ferrari 296 can cost anywhere from $346,950 to $379,950.
The cost of the 296GTB and 296GTS prevents nearly everyone from purchasing them. We would, however, choose the coupe if we could afford it and check off the carbon-fiber Daytona seats and wheels. We would then fund road trips and track days in the 296 with the money we save by not using the top-down version.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance of 2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
A plug-in hybrid system and a turbocharged V-6 engine power the 296’s cockpit. An electric motor and gas engine work together to generate an incredible 819 horsepower, which is only transferred to the back wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. With power from a 6.0-kWh battery pack beneath the floor, the 296 can run entirely on electricity. During our first drive of the 296GTB coupe, we discovered that the 8500-rpm redline offers a visceral driving experience. In the 296GTS, the sensation is enhanced with the top down and the wind ruffling your hair at triple-digit speeds. We also got to experience its thrilling acceleration and how simple it was to push the boundaries of its impressive performance.
0–60-MPH Times
The 296GTB completed the quarter mile at 150 mph in just 9.7 seconds and reached 60 mph in 2.4 seconds at our test track.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG of 2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
With a combination of city and highway driving, the EPA estimates that the 296GTB and 296 GTS can both achieve 47 MPGe. Additionally, their onboard battery can provide approximately 7 miles of electric-only driving. Visit the EPA website to learn more about the 296’s fuel efficiency.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo of 2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
With the exception of the steering wheel, the 296’s interior is a masterful example of minimalist design. Its overbearing controls make it a nightmare for ergonomics. Aside from that, the dashboard has a completely digital interface that is modeled after the SF90. Italian leather adorns the GTB’s seats and other interior surfaces, highlighting the coupe’s opulent side. A push-button shifter located in the center console was modeled after the gated manual Ferrari gearboxes of the past. Additionally, the center console has a small compartment for keeping the GTB’s ignition key. Additionally, a head-up display is subtly incorporated into the dash top. The GTS’s interior is almost the same as the GTB’s.
Infotainment and Connectivity
A conventional infotainment system is absent from the 296. Rather, the digital gauge cluster incorporates the navigation and audio functions. Regretfully, we discovered that the system was difficult to use. Ferrari claims that the digital display designed to give the passenger the impression that they are a co-driver.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
Ferrari hasn’t equipped the 296GTB and 296GTS with any cutting-edge driver-assistance technology because they are designed to be driven with passion and your undivided attention. However, they do have a backup camera and airbags. Visit the websites of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to learn more about the 296’s crash-test results.
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage of 2025 Ferrari 296GTB / 296GTS
Ferrari’s powertrain warranty is competitive with other supercar manufacturers like Lamborghini and McLaren, but it is shorter than that of many mainstream automakers. However, Ferrari also offers a remarkable amount of free maintenance, unlike those two competitors.
Three years and unlimited miles covered by the limited warranty.
Three years and unlimited miles are covered by the powertrain warranty.
Seven years of free maintenance are included, along with unlimited mileage.
Specifications
2022 Ferrari 296GTB
Vehicle Type: mid-engine, mid-motor, rear-wheel-drive, 2-passenger, 2-door coupe
PRICE
Base/As Tested: $317,986/$538,399
Options: Assetto Fiorano package, $41,956; carbon-fiber wheels, $33,748; Assetto Fiorano livery, $23,301; Canna di Fucile paint, $12,487; carbon-fiber rear diffuser, $11,812; specific design racing seats, $10,124; carbon-fiber under-door cover, $8606; carbon-fiber engine cover, $7931; carbon-fiber dashboard stripe inserts, $7593; carbon-fiber trunk cover, $6750; premium stereo, $6243; black Alcantara carpet, $5906; carbon under-windshield insert, $5400; Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tires, $5062; carbon-fiber dashboard inserts, $5062; carbon-fiber steering wheel with paddles and LEDs, $5062; carbon-fiber upper-tunnel trim, $4050; interior inserts in special leather, $2531; racing-seat lifter, $2531; Scuderia Ferrari shields, $1856; titanium wheel bolts, $1687; black ceramic exhaust pipes, $1687; wireless device charging, $1687; yellow brake calipers, $1519; front parking sensors, $1519; auto-dimming exterior mirrors, $1350; colored floor mats with logo, $1350; carbon-fiber key fob, $844; special stitching, $759; advanced front driving camera, $0; Apple CarPlay, $0
ENGINE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve V-6, aluminum block and heads direct fuel injection
Displacement: 183 in3, 2992 cm3
Power: 654 hp @ 8000 rpm
Torque: 546 lb-ft @ 6250 rpm
POWERTRAIN
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve 3.0-liter V-6, 654 hp, 546 lb-ft + AC motor, 165 hp, 232 lb-ft. (combined output: 819 hp, 546 lb-ft; 6.0-kWh lithium-ion battery pack; 3.3-kW onboard charger)
Transmission: 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: ind; unequal-length control arms; coil springs; anti-roll bar/ind; 2 diagonal links, 2 lateral links, and a toe-control link per side; coil springs; anti-roll bar
Brakes, F/R: 15.7 x 1.5-in vented cross-drilled carbon-ceramic disc; 6-piston fixed caliper/14.2 x 1.3-in vented cross-drilled carbon-ceramic disc; 4-piston fixed caliper
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
F: 245-35ZR-20 (95Y) K2
R: 305/35ZR-20 (107Y) K2
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 102.4 in
Length: 179.7 in
Width: 77.1 in
Height: 46.7 in
Trunk Volume: 7 ft3
Curb Weight: 3532 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 2.4 sec
100 mph: 4.7 sec
1/4-Mile: 9.7 sec @ 150 mph
130 mph: 7.3 sec
150 mph: 9.7 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.2 sec.
>Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 3.0 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 1.9 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 2.1 sec
Top Speed (mfr’s claim): 205 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 130 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 245 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.12 g
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 18/16/22 mpg
Combined Gasoline + Electricity: 47 MPGe
