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Ferrari 296

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 830 PS, giving the 296 a power-to-weight ratio of 560 hp/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]

Engine

The 296 GTB is powered by the F163 BC – a 2992 cc twin-turbo 120° V6 engine – with a maximum output of 488 kW at 8,000 RPM, in combination with a 123 kW and 315 Nm (232 lb-ft) of torque electric motor. The system output is given as 830 PS and has a combined torque of 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) at 6,250 RPM. A high-voltage accumulator positioned under the floor with an energy capacity of 7.45 kWh enables an electrical range of 25 km. The sports car accelerates to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds, and the top speed is specified as over 330 km/h.[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 45 kph. The GTS weighs 70 kg 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 2.9 L twin-turbo engine is tuned to 700 PS, and the hybrid powertrain has a combined 880 PS. The car's dry weight is 1410 kg and 1460 kg 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]

Motorsport

296 GT3

In 2022, Ferrari introduced the 296 GT3, intended to replace the Ferrari 488 GT3 from 2023 onwards.[13] The car is developed by Oreca[14] and made its racing debut at the 2023 24 Hours of Daytona.

On 21 May 2023, the Ferrari 296 GT3 of Frikadelli Racing won the 2023 24 Hours of Nürburgring, completing a total of 162 laps and setting a new distance record.[15] On 28 January 2024, the Ferrari 296 GT3 of Risi Competizione achieved the GTD PRO class victory at the 2024 24 Hours of Daytona.[16] On September 15, 2024, the No.54 Vista AF Corse Ferrari 296 GT3 took the LMGT3 class victory at the 2024 6 Hours of Fuji.[17][18] On 2 November 2024, the No.55 Vista AF Corse Ferrari 296 GT3 achieved the second LMGT3 class victory at 2024 8 Hours of Bahrain.[19] On November 30, 2024, Alessandro Pier Guidi and Alessio Rovera won the drivers' championship in the 2024 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup with the No.51 Ferrari 296 GT3.[20] While AF Corse won the teams' championship in the 2024 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup. Furthermore, the No.93 Ferrari 296 GT3 of team Sky – Tempesta Racing took both the drivers’ and teams championships in the Bronze class at the 2024 GT World Challenge Europe Endurance Cup.[21]

Australian drivers Liam Talbot and Chaz Mostert won the 2024 GT World Challenge Australia in their Arise Racing 296 GT3, only the second time following 2007 when Danish driver Allan Simonsen won in both a 360 GT and a 430 GT3, that a Ferrari has won the Australian GT Championship which was first held in 1960.

On 4 May 2025, in the 2025 GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup, Brands Hatch, Kent, Race 1, the No.69 Ferrari 296 GT3 Emil Frey Racing took pole position and gold class victory, while the No.51 Ferrari 296 GT3 AF Corse - Francorchamps Motors took the overall victory, driven by Vincent Abril and Alessio Rovera, with the No.52 Ferrari 296 GT3 AF Corse - Francorchamps Motors also taking the silver victory.[22][23]

On 10 May 2025, 2025 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps, Ferrari took the LMGT3 class victory with the No.21 Ferrari 296 GT3.[24]

On 16 November 2025, No.50 Ferrari 296 GT3 won the 2025 FIA GT World Cup driven by Antonio Fuoco, taking Ferrari's first win in Macau.[25]

296 GT3 Evo

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]

See also

  • List of production cars by power output

External links

References

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