Ferrari 296

The Ferrari 296 (Type F171)[2] is a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car built since 2022 by Italian constructor Ferrari. The 296 is a two-seater, offered as a GTB coupé, and a GTS folding hard-top convertible. A plug-in hybrid, its power train combines a 120-degree block-angle V6, with twin turbos and an electric drive fitted in between the engine and gearbox. The 296 can be driven in electric-only mode for short distances, to comply with use in urban zero-emission zones.

Ferrari 296
Ferrari 296 GTB
Overview
ManufacturerFerrari
Production2021–present
AssemblyMaranello, Italy
DesignerFerrari Styling Centre under the direction of Flavio Manzoni
Body and chassis
ClassSports car (S)
Body style2-door berlinetta
2-door retractable hard-top convertible
LayoutLongitudinal rear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive
RelatedFerrari SF90 Stradale
Powertrain
Engine2,992 cc (182.6 cu in) Tipo F163 CE 120° twin-turbocharged V6[1]
Electric motor2x YASA MGU-K dual-rotor single-stator axial flux motor
Power output
  • Engine: 663 PS (488 kW; 654 hp)
  • Electric motors: 167 PS (123 kW; 165 hp)
  • Combined: 830 PS (610 kW; 819 hp)
Transmission8-speed dual-clutch transmission
Hybrid drivetrainPHEV
Battery7.45 kWh (26.8 MJ) lithium-ion
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,600 mm (102.4 in)
Length4,565 mm (179.7 in)
Width1,958 mm (77.1 in)
Height1,187 mm (46.7 in)
Kerb weight1,470 kg (3,241 lb) (base, dry)
Chronology
PredecessorFerrari Dino 206 & 246 (spiritual)

Unveiled on 24 June 2021,[3] the 296 is Ferrari's first stock model with 6-cylinders. Its power pack puts out a combined 830 PS (610 kW; 819 hp), giving the 296 a power-to-weight ratio of 560 Hp / tonne.

History

The 296 GTB was presented as the first "real Ferrari with just six cylinders on it" on 24 June 2021. Previously, such models were both designed and built by Ferrari, but marketed as a new, entry-level Dino brand, below Ferrari's exclusively V12-model policy, until 1974. The new car went on sale in 2022. The 296 in the model name reprises the original Dino's naming scheme, indicating the engine's displacement and the number of cylinders. GTB stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta.[4][5]

Engine

The 296 GTB is powered by a powerful 2,992 cc (3.0 L) twin-turbo 120° V6 engine that has a maximum output of 488 kW (654 hp; 663 PS) at 8,000 rpm, in combination with a 123 kW (165 hp; 167 PS) electric motor. The system output is given as 619 kW (830 hp; 842 PS). A high-voltage accumulator positioned under the floor with an energy capacity of 7.45 kWh (26.8 MJ) enables an electrical range of 25 km (16 mi). The sports car accelerates to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.9 seconds, and the top speed is specified as over 330 km/h (205 mph).[5]

Variants

Assetto Fiorano

The Assetto Fiorano is the track-oriented version of the 296 GTB.

GTS

The 296 GTS is an open-top variant of the 296 GTB with a folding hardtop. The top takes 14 seconds for operation and can be operated with speeds up to 45 km/h (28 mph). The GTS weighs 70 kg (154 lb) more than the GTB due to chassis reinforcing components but maintains equal performance.

Promotion

To promote the launch of the 296 GTB, Ferrari collaborated with Epic Games in July 2021 to add the Ferrari 296 GTB as a drivable vehicle to the online battle royale video game Fortnite Battle Royale, as part of Chapter 2: Season 7 of the game.[6] The 296 GTB was removed from the game after the end of the season in October 2021.[7]

Motorsport
The 296 GT3 practicing at Daytona International Speedway

296 GT3

In 2022, Ferrari introduced the 296 GT3, intended to replace the Ferrari 488 GT3 from 2023 onwards.[8] The car made its racing debut at the 2023 24 Hours of Daytona. On 21 May 2023 the Ferrari 296 GT3 of Frikadelli Racing won the 2023 24 Hours of Nürburgring, completing a total of 162 laps and setting a new distance record.

296 Challenge

In February 2023, the Ferrari 296 Challenge was spotted testing at Monza. It is expected to be introduced by 2024 to replace the Ferrari 488 Challenge Evo.[9]

See also

References
  1. "Ferrari 296 GTB: defining fun to drive". Retrieved 24 June 2021.
  2. Paul Niocel (9 June 2021). "Ferrari Progetto F171 (2022) : L'héritière de la Dino est sur les rails". Auto News.
  3. Audric Doche (16 June 2021). "Ferrari nous donne rendez-vous le 24 juin". Caradisiac.
  4. Roland Hildebrandt (24 June 2021). "Ferrari 296 GTB: Mega-Plug-in-Hybrid mit 830 PS". Motor1.com. Retrieved 24 June 2021.
  5. Thomas Harloff, Jörn Thomas (24 June 2021). "Ferrari 296 GTB (2022): Dino-Nachfolger mit Hybrid-V6 und 830 PS". auto motor und sport. Retrieved 24 June 2021.
  6. "Fortnite x Ferrari Partnership Brings The Model 296 GTB In-Game". Esports News Network | ESTNN. 21 July 2021. Retrieved 5 February 2022.
  7. Lilly, Paul (22 July 2021). "Fortnite's First Licensed Car Lets You Burn Rubber In The Epic Ferrari 296 GTB". HotHardware. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
  8. "Ferrari 296 GT3 debuts – rival to the next Porsche 911 GT3 R and McLaren 720S GT3". evo.co.uk. evo.co.uk. 29 July 2022. Retrieved 30 July 2022.
  9. "Ferrari News Notebook: New 296 Challenge Spotted, 499P Completes Monza Test | dailysportscar.com". www.dailysportscar.com. Retrieved 11 March 2023.
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