DecodedCars2014 Ferrari 458 Spider
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 2dr Convertible RWD
- Engines
- 4.5L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 13 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 178.3 in
- Curb weight
- 3,153 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 28% below the 2014 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 9 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider is a two seaters offered with a 4.5L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 178 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,153 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway), 28% worse than the 2014 two seaters average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2014
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 458 Spider — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 458 Spider →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Convertible RWD | 178.3 in | 76.4 in | 47.6 in | 104.3 in | – | 3,153 lb | 42/58 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 458 Spider | 4.5L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 15 | -28% | $5,500 | 609 |
| 458 Spider | 4.5L 8-cyl | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -32% | $5,850 | 618 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider.
Similar 2014 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2014 Lamborghini Gallardo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Speciale | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2014 Ferrari 458 Italia | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2014 Ferrari California | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2014 Lotus Evora | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Aston Martin Vantage | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (2)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 23, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V833000 · 9,985 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2010-2015 458 Italia, 2012-2015 458 Spider, 2014-2015 458 Speciale, 2015 458 Speciale Aperta, 2016-2019 488 GTB, and 488 Spider vehicles. The brake system may leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of braking ability.
- Risk
- Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 78.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jan 9, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V006000 · 11,176 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.
Not every 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Ferrari 458 Spider. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 458 Spider years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 458 Spider | 15 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2013 458 Spider | 15 | 178.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →