The Ferrari 296 (Type F171)[4] is a sports car built since 2022 by the Italian company Ferrari. The 296 is a two-seater, offered as a GTB coupe and a GTS folding hard-top convertible. It is a plug-in hybrid with a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and its powertrain combines a twin-turbocharged 120-degree bank angle V6, with an electric motor fitted in between engine and gearbox. The 296 can be driven in electric-only mode for short distances, to comply with use in urban zero-emission zones.
Unveiled on 24 June 2021,[5] the 296 is Ferrari's first stock model with 6-cylinders other than the Dino 206 GT, 246 GT and 246 GTS cars produced by Ferrari but sold under the Dino marque. Its power pack puts out a combined 830PS (610kW; 819hp), giving the 296 a power-to-weight ratio of 560hp/ton.
History
The 296 GTB was presented as the first "real Ferrari with just six cylinders on it" on 24 June 2021. Previously, such models were both designed and built by Ferrari, but marketed as a new, entry-level Dino brand, below Ferrari's exclusively V12-model policy, until 1974. The new car went on sale in 2022. The 296 in the model name reprises the original Dino's naming scheme, indicating the engine's displacement and the number of cylinders. GTB stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta.[6][7]
Rear view
Engine
The 296 GTB is powered by the F163 BC– a 2,992cc (3.0L)twin-turbo 120° V6 engine– with a maximum output of 488kW (654hp; 663PS) at 8,000 RPM, in combination with a 123kW (165hp; 167PS) and 315 Nm (232lb-ft) of torque electric motor. The system output is given as 830PS (819hp; 610kW) and has a combined torque of 740 Nm (546lb-ft) at 6,250 RPM. A high-voltage accumulator positioned under the floor with an energy capacity of 7.45kWh (26.8MJ) enables an electrical range of 25km (16mi). The sports car accelerates to 100km/h (62mph) in 2.9 seconds, and the top speed is specified as over 330km/h (205mph).[7]
Variants
Assetto Fiorano
The Assetto Fiorano is the track-oriented kit available for the 296 GTB, which includes an upgraded suspension, carbon fiber bodywork, and a polycarbonate rear window screen.
GTS
The 296 GTS is an open-top variant of the 296 GTB with a folding hardtop. The top takes 14 seconds for operation and can be operated with speeds up to 45km/h (28mph). The GTS weighs 70kg (154lb) more than the GTB due to chassis reinforcing components but maintains equal performance.
Speciale
The 296 Speciale is a high-performance version of the 296, announced in April 2025. The 2.9L twin-turbo engine is tuned to 515kW; 690hp (700PS), and the hybrid powertrain has a combined 647kW; 868hp (880PS). The car's dry weight is 1,410kg (3,109lb) and 1,460kg (3,219lb) for the coupe and folding hardtop versions respectively. The 296 Speciale has an announced 20% additional downforce over the base model.[8][9]
Speciale Piloti
The Ferrari 296 Speciale Piloti was presented on the occasion of the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans. The car's livery recalls the yellow and red colors of the Ferrari 499P that races in the Hypercar class and is a tribute to the victories obtained at Le Mans.[10]
Promotion
To promote the launch of the 296 GTB, Ferrari collaborated with Epic Games in July 2021 to add the Ferrari 296 GTB as a drivable vehicle to the online battle royale video game Fortnite Battle Royale, as part of Chapter 2: Season 7 of the game.[11] The 296 GTB was removed from the game after the end of the season in October 2021.[12]
On 27 June 2025, Ferrari announced the Evo version of the 296 GT3 at the 24 Hours of Spa, with a target debut of 2026.[26][27] The car features multiple upgrades over the original model such as a new gear ratio cascade to favor torque delivery at both low and high speeds, improved cooling, including two air intakes on the hood to improve cooling for the brakes and cockpit, and a new rear wing with a redesigned support structure and side panels.[28] The Evo package made its first race appearance at the 2026 24 Hours of Daytona.[29]
296 Challenge
In February 2023, the Ferrari 296 Challenge was first spotted testing at Monza.[30] The car was later unveiled during the 2023 Ferrari Finali Mondiali in October. The car made its debut in the 2024 Ferrari Challenge.[31]
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