What Makes the Ferrari 296 GTB an Amazing Hybrid
Today, luxury car brands are venturing into the electric and hybrid car industry and branching out of their traditional produce. Almost every EV or hybrid the company offers has a V6 power plant, aside from SF90 Stradale, which comes with a V8 engine. It could very well be termed a supercar of modern times. But, of course, since its Ferrari and an apparent supercar, its price is set to start from a hefty $321,400.
Performance
296 GTB might have six engines, but it’s a thrilling ride nonetheless. The specifications of this car are nothing short of impressive. The complete engine system on this car delivers 819 horsepower. The company claims a 3L twin-turbo V6 powers the car, but the engine notes are equal to other higher naturally aspirated engines. Thanks to its electric motor, this car’s turbo lag is no longer an issue. The company has estimated the car to deliver a torque of 546 pound-feet. It comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission along with a dual-clutch feature. Switching gears with the tactile paddle is another great feature that adds to the overall driving experience.
Mileage
The hybrid engine on the Ferrari 296 GTB is a performance enhancer for its drivers. It delivers an average gas mileage of 18 mpg, and when both engines are combined for performance, the EPA estimates its average mileage to be 47 MPGe. And if you consider the all-electric performance, it delivers a meager eight miles. The car has a 17.2-gallon tank which takes the EPA estimate for the car to a range of 300+ miles.
Interior
The GTB 296 is a two-person car. It has space for a driver and just one other occupant. Since the car is low-rise, it calls for more effort in getting in and out of the car. However, you can’t deny the car’s comfort once you are seated. It might not look like it, but the car is spacious for tall occupants without feeling constricting. The seats are upholstered with high-quality Italian leather. However, if you wish to, you can upgrade to Daytona or style seats with your car.
Space
Since this one does not need to house an electric engine up front, the hood of this car is spacious. It measures 7 cubic feet and can accommodate a few bags for a weekend trip or a workweek away. The doors have narrow slots to hold onto your knick-knacks. The center console has a glove box, cup holders, and a small slot to store your phone, cards, or keys. You can also put away your handbag, duffle bags, or other soft bags behind the seats, with the net holding your belongings in place.
Infotainment
The driver has a 16-inch digital display right in front of them, but no touchscreens are situated on the center console. However, the passenger does get a personal screen with limited features that cover the essentials. The driver has control over an abundant spread of touch controls on the steering wheel along with the curved display. The infotainment system covers navigation, Bluetooth, and a premium 12-speaker sound system. All these features are, however, only compatible with Apple CarPlay and leave out Android users.
Safety
Considering the high price range for this Ferrari car, crash test results aren’t available to compare it with competitors. That said, it does include ample safety features. It has front and rear parking sensors, a tire pressure monitoring system, front and side airbags, and a rearview camera. A surround-view camera is an optional addition for buyers. Upgrading the front radar system will include pedestrian alerts, adaptive cruise control, and collision warnings. While the rear radar system covers collision warning and blind spot monitoring.