What is it?
The 296 GTB is the first road-going mid-engined Ferrari to use a V6 since the Dino, and it is a plug-in hybrid. A 3.0L 120-degree twin-turbo V6 sits behind the cabin and makes 488 kW on its own, joined by a 122 kW electric motor between the engine and 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox for 610 kW and 740 Nm combined. A 7.45 kWh battery delivers around 25 km of pure EV range. Two bodies for Australia: 296 GTB coupe and the 14-second folding-hardtop 296 GTS Spider.
The lineup runs from 296 GTB at $568,000 plus on-roads, through to 296 GTS at $623,000 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 3 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
610 kW combined and 2.9 seconds to 100 km/h delivers supercar pace from a V6, with 25 km of pure EV range for silent garage departures. Lighter and more agile than the V8 F8 Tributo it effectively replaces. The 120-degree V6 has its own character rather than impersonating a downsized V8.
Wait list runs into years for AU allocations through the dealer ballot. Capacitive steering controls are still polarising in daily use. Strict two-seater with no parcel shelf or rear-seat utility. PHEV weight of 1,470 kg dry is noticeable next to a 488 GTB.
Should you buy the 296 GTB?
Reasons to buy
- 610 kW combined and 2.9 seconds to 100 km/h delivers supercar pace from a V6, with 25 km of pure EV range for silent garage departures. Lighter and more agile than the V8 F8 Tributo it effectively replaces. The 120-degree V6 has its own character rather than impersonating a downsized V8.
- Warranty: 3 years, unlimited km. Paid extensions available.
- 201 L (frunk) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- Wait list runs into years for AU allocations through the dealer ballot. Capacitive steering controls are still polarising in daily use. Strict two-seater with no parcel shelf or rear-seat utility. PHEV weight of 1,470 kg dry is noticeable next to a 488 GTB.
- You want all-wheel drive and the full Ferrari halo (step up to the SF90), you need rear-seat space, or you cannot wait through the AU dealer ballot allocation queue.
- Confirm dealer ballot position before committing. Assetto Fiorano pack adds about $60k but unlocks Multimatic dampers, carbon door cards and Ferrari's most aggressive setup. GTS Spider adds 70 kg and roughly $55k over the GTB.
- Top trim climbs to $623,000 plus on-roads.
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