2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.

Ferrari GTC4Lusso
Pictured: Ferrari GTC4Lusso IMG 4353. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Minicompact Cars
Body styles
Gtc4 Lusso
Engines
6.3L 12-cyl
Drivetrain
Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
13 combined · 12 city / 17 hwy
Length
193.7 in
Curb weight
3,946 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 13 MPG combined, 44% below the 2017 minicompact car average of 23.4 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso is a minicompact car offered with a 6.3L 12-cyl engine and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 194 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,946 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway), 44% worse than the 2017 minicompact car average of 23.4 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 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 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Gtc4 Lusso193.7 in78 in54.3 in117.7 in–3,946 lb47/53

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

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Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GTC4Lusso6.3L 12-cylAutomatic (AM7)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive12 / 17 / 13-44%$6,300661
1/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
1/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $19,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.4 MPG2017 Minicompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso.

Similar 2017 minicompact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso (this car)13 MPGNot rated2
2017 Lamborghini Aventador13 MPGNot rated3
2017 Ferrari LaFerrari13 MPGNot rated2
2017 Aston Martin Vanquish16 MPGNot rated0
2017 Aston Martin DB1117 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (2)

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · Feb 14, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V089000 · 582 vehicles

Problem
Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2017-2019 GTC4Lusso and 2018-2019 GTC4Lusso T vehicles. Tension on the door lock mechanism may result in the vehicle's door being unable to be opened by using the external door handle.
Risk
If a door cannot be opened with the external handle in the case of an emergency, it can increase the risk of injury for the driver or passengers.
Fix
Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will install new door locks and cables, free of charge. The recall began June 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 67.
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.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

2Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
Air Bags1
Service Brakes1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
20/11: 125/10: 120/1125/10max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  3. Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Ferrari GTC4Lusso. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GTC4Lusso years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2020 GTC4Lusso17193.7 inNot rated10
2019 GTC4Lusso17193.7 inNot rated30
2018 GTC4Lusso17193.7 inNot rated41

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →