October 21, 2025

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Ferrari 296 GTB

Price from new £250,000
Year of release 2022
Warranty 7 years, unlimited mileage (with Ferrari Genuine warranty extension options)

Engine

Engine V6, 120°, Twin-Turbocharged with hybrid electric motor
Displacement 2,992 cc
Bore x Stroke 88 mm x 82 mm
Compression Ratio 9.6 : 1
Weight to Power Ratio 1.68 kg/hp
Lubrication Dry sump
Emission Class EURO 6

Performance

Engine 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 + Electric Motor (Hybrid)
Power Output 818 bhp (combination of engine and motor) @ 8,000 rpm
Torque 740 Nm @ 6,250 rpm (Engine) + 315 Nm from electric motor
Transmission 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
Drive Rear-wheel drive
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) 2.9 seconds
Top Speed 205 mph (330 km/h)
Kerb Weight 1,470 kg
Power-to-Weight Ratio ~556 bhp per tonne
Fuel Consumption (Combined) ~28.0 mpg (UK) approx.
CO₂ Emissions ~160 g/km

Dimensions

Overall Length 4,565 mm
Overall Width (excluding mirrors) 1,958 mm
Overall Width (including mirrors) Not commonly published
Overall Height 1,187 mm
Wheelbase 2,600 mm
Front Track 1,665 mm
Rear Track 1,632 mm
Unladen Weight ~1,470 kg (dry weight)
Boot Capacity 314 litres (202 litres front + 112 litres rear)
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 litres

Transmission

Gearbox Type 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
Drive Rear-wheel drive
Clutch Dual-clutch system for quick gear shifts and improved efficiency
Differential (Front) N/A (rear-wheel drive configuration)
Differential (Rear) Electronically controlled rear limited-slip differential (e-diff) for better traction and cornering
Steering Electric power-assisted rack and pinion with variable ratio steering
Drive Modes eManettino: Wet, Sport, Race, and Qualify (adjustable for optimal performance)

Wheels and Tyres

Front Wheels 19-inch forged alloy wheels
Rear Wheels 20-inch forged alloy wheels
Front Tyres 245/35 ZR19
Rear Tyres 305/30 ZR20
Tyre Brand (Standard) Pirelli P Zero Corsa
Optional Wheels Various forged alloy designs with custom finishes available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring Standard equipment

Braking System

Front Brakes Carbon-ceramic disc brakes, 390 mm diameter, with Ferrari bespoke calipers
Rear Brakes Carbon-ceramic disc brakes, 360 mm diameter, with Ferrari bespoke calipers
Brake Type Hydraulic dual-circuit braking system with advanced brake-by-wire technology
ABS 4-channel ABS with Ferrari’s F1-Trac (traction control system) and EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
Brake Cooling Active aerodynamics and cooling ducts integrated into the front and rear sections for optimal brake cooling
Parking Brake Electronic parking brake with auto-hold functionality

Body Chasis

Chassis Aluminium and composite monocoque chassis for optimal rigidity and lightweight design
Body Panels Aluminium and carbon fiber body panels for enhanced performance, durability, and weight reduction
Aerodynamics Active aerodynamics with a movable rear spoiler, adjustable for optimal downforce and drag reduction
Underbody Flat underbody design with integrated diffusers for improved airflow and increased downforce
Doors Traditional hinged doors with lightweight construction for ease of entry and structural integrity
Roof Fixed roof with an optional carbon fiber roof panel for weight reduction
Mirrors Electrochromatic side mirrors with power adjustment, auto-dimming, and integrated turn signals