DecodedCars2025 Ferrari 296 GTB
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 296gtb
- Engines
- 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 179.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3,241 lb
- 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 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB is a two seaters offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,241 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 6% worse than the 2025 two seaters average of 19.2 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.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 296 GTB — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 296 GTB →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296gtb | 179.5 in | 77.2 in | 46.9 in | 102.4 in | 65.4 / 64.2 in | 3,241 lb | 41/59 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296 GTB Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -6% | $4,550 | 398 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB.
Similar 2025 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 Lotus Emira | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Ferrari Roma | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Ferrari SF90 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Aston Martin Vantage | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Ferrari 296 GTS | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication › Pipes, Hoses, And Fittings · Oct 21, 2025 Do not drive
NHTSA campaign 25V716000 · 6 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2025 296 GTS and 296 GTB vehicles. The nut securing the oil filter connection to the turbocharger oil feed pipes was tightened incorrectly and may cause an oil leak.
- Risk
- An oil leak near a combustible source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Ferrari will verify tightness and retighten the attachment nut, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 7, 2025. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. The manufacturer's number for this recall is RC 93.
Not every 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB 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 2025 Ferrari 296 GTB. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 296 GTB years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 296 GTB | 18 | 179.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 296 GTB | 18 | 179.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →