Ferrari 296
The 296 GTB (coupe) and GTS (convertible) feature the Italian automaker’s first-ever hybrid powertrain built around a twin-turbocharged V6. Producing 819 horsepower along with 546 lb-ft. of torque, this new exotic sports car accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds. It can also travel up to 25 km on pure battery power according to Europe’s WLTP test cycle, likely less than that in North America. A track-focused model called Assetto Fiorano adds some aerodynamic extras.
Ferrari 296
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| MSRP | CA$312,986 |
| Fees | CA$4,800 |
| Gas guzzler tax | CA$0 |
| Monthly payments | CA$5,892/month |
| Powertrain | |
| Combined power | 818 hp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Combined torque | 546 lb·ft @ 6,250 rpm |
| Engine | 3,0 l V6 |
| Power | 654 hp @ 8,000 rpm (488 kW) |
| Torque | 546 lb·ft @ 6,250 rpm (740 N·m) |
| Induction | Twin-turbo |
| Fuel type | Premium |
| Engine | Electric |
| Power | 164 hp (122 kW) |
| Torque | 232 lb·ft (315 N·m) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Hybrid / Electric | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion (Li-ion) |
| Energy | 7.4 kWh |
| Voltage | N/A |
| Charging times |
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| Cooling | N/A |
| Drivetrain structure | N/A |
| Vehicle type / Category | |
| Vehicle type | Coupe |
| Category | Exotic, Hybrid / Plug-in Hybrid |
| Assembly | Maranello, IT |
| Generation | 1 |
| Fuel efficiency / Autonomy | |
| City | 14.7 L/100km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100km |
| Combined | 12.9 L/100km |
| Autonomy | 503 km |
| Electric autonomy | 13 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 302 g/km |
| Equipment | |
| Sunroof | not available |
| Head-up display | standard |
| Infotainment | |
| Apple CarPlay compatible | optional |
| Wireless phone charging | standard |
| Steering / Suspension / Brakes / Tires | |
| Steering | rack and pinion, electric assistance |
| Front suspension | independent, double wishbones |
| Rear suspension | independent, multi-link |
| Front brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | Disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | P245/35R20 |
| Rear tires | P305/35R20 |
| Safety | |
| Seat belts | 2 |
| Dimensions / Weight | |
| Length | 4,565 mm (180″) |
| Width | 1,958 mm (77″) |
| Height | 1,187 mm (47″) |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm (102″) |
| Weight | 1,470 kg (3,241 lb) |
| Capacities | |
| Passengers | 2 |
| Trunk | N/A |
| Fuel tank | 65 l (14 gal) |
| Towing capacity | not recommended |
| Performance | |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.9 s (manufacturer) |
| 80-120 km/h | N/A |
| Top speed | 330 km/h (205 mph) (manufacturer) |
| Braking distance | 31 m |
| Warranty | |
| Base warranty | 3 years/unlimited |
| Powertrain warranty | 3 years/unlimited |
| The Car Guide rating | |
| Fuel economy | N/A |
| Reliability | N/A |
| Safety | N/A |
| Infotainment | N/A |
| Driving | N/A |
| Overall | N/A |
| Average | N/A |