DecodedCars2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 15 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- "Do not drive" recallCheck that the recall repair was done before buying or driving.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider is a two seaters offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (15 city / 21 highway), 3% worse than the 2023 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296 GTB Spider Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 18 | -3% | $4,550 | 404 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider.
Similar 2023 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Ferrari SF90 Stradale | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2023 Ferrari SF90 Spider | 17 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 Ferrari F8 Tributo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Ferrari F8 Spider | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2023 McLaren Automotive Artura | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · May 8, 2023 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 23V329000 · 425 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ferrari 296 vehicles. The fuel tank connecting pipe may corrode due to unintended contact between the fuel tank connecting pipe and the high-voltage battery protection cover, potentially resulting in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will install a new fuel tank connecting pipe reinforced with a protective sleeve, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816.2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is RC 85.
Not every 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Safety-critical recall. At least one recall carries a "Do Not Drive" or "Park Outside" warning. Do not buy until the VIN shows it was repaired.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Ferrari 296 GTB Spider. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →