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Unveiled on June 24, 2021, the Ferrari 296 GTB opened a new chapter for Maranello road cars by combining a 120-degree twin-turbo V6 with a rechargeable electric motor. Its name refers to the 2,992cc displacement and six-cylinder layout, while GTB stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta. The rear-wheel-drive hybrid system produces up to 830 horsepower. Ferrari expanded the family in 2022 with the 296 GTS, a spider fitted with a retractable hardtop. The line then grew to include the 296 Challenge race car, revealed in 2023, and the more focused 296 Speciale and Speciale A introduced in 2025. Together, these versions cover a berlinetta, an open-top road car, a one-make racing machine, and two higher-performance derivatives.
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Variants by year
Make: Ferrari · Model: 296
7 / 7 versions shown
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Model summary
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Model introduction
Unveiled on June 24, 2021, the Ferrari 296 GTB opened a new chapter for Maranello road cars by combining a 120-degree twin-turbo V6 with a rechargeable electric motor. Its name refers to the 2,992cc displacement and six-cylinder layout, while GTB stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta. The rear-wheel-drive hybrid system produces up to 830 horsepower. Ferrari expanded the family in 2022 with the 296 GTS, a spider fitted with a retractable hardtop. The line then grew to include the 296 Challenge race car, revealed in 2023, and the more focused 296 Speciale and Speciale A introduced in 2025. Together, these versions cover a berlinetta, an open-top road car, a one-make racing machine, and two higher-performance derivatives.
History
Ferrari unveiled the 296 GTB in Maranello on June 24, 2021. Its defining feature was the powertrain: a 2,992cc twin-turbo V6 with a 120-degree bank angle, supported by an electric motor positioned between the combustion engine and an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox. Combined output was quoted at up to 830 horsepower. Ferrari described it as the first road car carrying the Prancing Horse badge to use a six-cylinder engine, although the company’s competition history already included several important V6 applications. On April 19, 2022, Ferrari introduced the 296 GTS as the spider counterpart. It retained the GTB’s hybrid powertrain but used a retractable hardtop and a substantially revised rear structure to accommodate the roof mechanism. The 296 Challenge was unveiled during the 2023 Finali Mondiali and was scheduled to enter the European and North American series for the 2024 season. Ferrari then presented the 296 Speciale on April 29, 2025, followed by the open-top Speciale A. The sequence reflects a gradual expansion of one technical concept into an everyday road car, a convertible, a single-make racer, and more track-focused special versions.
Generations
The Ferrari 296 is not presented as a sequence of formally separate generations in the available material. Instead, it is a single architecture launched in 2021 and developed into several body styles and roles. The original expression is the 296 GTB, a two-seat mid-rear-engined berlinetta with rear-wheel drive and a plug-in hybrid system. Ferrari combines a 663-horsepower V6 with a 167-horsepower electric motor for a quoted total of 830 horsepower. The 296 GTS, revealed in 2022, forms the spider branch of the family. Its retractable hardtop changes the rear design and clearly separates it visually from the GTB while retaining the same basic powertrain. The 296 Challenge belongs to a different category: derived from the GTB, it was created for the Ferrari Challenge and received major track-oriented changes to its aerodynamics, braking system, and engine management. In 2025, the Speciale and Speciale A became the performance-focused developments of the family. Their hybrid system produces 880 horsepower, supported by lower mass, increased aerodynamic load, and dedicated chassis tuning. The Speciale A follows the same formula with an open body and retractable hardtop. The available 2021–2025 range is therefore best understood as one model family with distinct road, open-top, racing, and high-performance branches.
Key differences
The main distinction is between the 296 GTB and 296 GTS. The GTB is a closed berlinetta, identifiable by its strong rear buttresses, glazed engine cover, and cabin visually set into the surrounding rear bodywork. The GTS retains the 830-horsepower hybrid powertrain but uses a retractable hardtop, requiring a different rear structure and creating a more open profile. The 296 Challenge should not be treated as merely a road-car trim: it is built for the Ferrari Challenge and receives dedicated competition preparation. The Speciale and Speciale A follow a different path, remaining road cars while adding 880 horsepower, reduced weight, greater aerodynamic load, and more focused chassis calibration. “Base,” “Targa,” and “Berlinetta” are labels present in the supplied nomenclature; Ferrari’s clearly documented official road-car names are 296 GTB and 296 GTS. That distinction matters when comparing catalog categories with manufacturer terminology.
Photo recognition
The 296 GTB can first be identified by its compact berlinetta shape and visor-like windscreen that wraps toward the side windows. Prominent rear flying buttresses frame the cabin, while the transparent engine cover exposes the powertrain. At the rear, a dark band visually links the taillights, and an active spoiler can rise from the upper tail section. The central exhaust outlet and the air intakes integrated into the rear haunches are additional identifying details. The 296 GTS is defined by its retractable hardtop and its dedicated rear deck, which replaces the GTB’s engine-cover arrangement while retaining the car’s side-arch theme. The Speciale has a more technical appearance, with more pronounced aerodynamic surfaces, carbon-fibre components depending on specification, a single-exit exhaust, and a more evident active rear spoiler. The Challenge is normally distinguishable through its racing bodywork, extensive aerodynamic appendages, and competition-focused configuration rather than ordinary road-car equipment. Exact visual details can vary with options and racing livery.
Important versions
The 296 GTB is the founding version, launched in 2021 with an 830-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain. The 296 GTS followed in 2022, retaining the same basic system while adding a retractable hardtop. The 296 Challenge, unveiled in 2023 for the 2024 season, adapted the architecture for Ferrari’s one-make racing series and used a competition V6 capable of producing up to 700 horsepower. The 296 Speciale and Speciale A, presented in 2025, raised output to 880 horsepower while emphasizing lower weight, greater aerodynamic load, and sharper circuit behavior. In the supplied nomenclature, Berlinetta, Targa, Base, Challenge, Speciale, and Speciale A cover the 2021–2025 model range.
References
- 296 GTB: Defining Fun to DriveFerrari
- 296 GTS: Defining the Concept of Driving Thrills, Including Top DownFerrari
- 296 Challenge: Wraps Are Off the New FerrariFerrari
- 296 Speciale: Driving Thrills Reach New HeightsFerrari
- Special TreatmentFerrari Magazine
- https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/corporate/articles/piloti-ferrari-296-specialeferrari.com
- https://www.ferrari.com/it-IT/corporate/articles/296-speciale-il-piacere-di-guida-raggiunge-un-nuovo-livelloferrari.com
- https://www.ferrari.com/en-US/auto/296-gtbferrari.com
Technical specifications
Structured data available for versions linked to this model.
| Version | Power | Torque | Top speed | Drivetrain | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 610.5 kw (830 hp) | 545.8 lb-ft (740 Nm) | 205 mph (330 km/h) | Rear Wheel Drive / 8-speed automatic F1 DCT | Plug-in Hybrid |
Frequently asked questions
- What years was the Ferrari 296 produced?
- ScanRacer's referenced versions cover 2021 - 2025.
- How many Ferrari 296 examples are documented on ScanRacer?
- 106 published scans from 44 members, with the latest photo added in October 2026.
- What is the power output of the Ferrari 296?
- The sourced technical data lists 610.5 kw (830 hp).
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