The Ferrari 296 GTS is the latest creation to come from the Maranello-based firm boasting a retractable hardtop and V6 hybrid power with no less than 610 kW!
While Ferrari prepares to enter and possibly conquer the high-performance SUV market with its forthcoming Purosangue, the Italian brand has taken the opportunity to unveil the much lower riding 296 GTS. If you liked the Ferrari 296 GTB revealed back in 2021 but are craving more sunshine and wind in your hair then the latest 296 GTS may very well be perfect for you!
The 296 GTS (which is an acronym for Gran Turismo Spider) weighs in at just 1 540 kg, 70 kg more than its 296 GTB stablemate but unlike its coupe counterpart, it features a retractable hardtop roof that takes just 14 seconds to open and close at speeds up to 40 kph.
That weight gain, however, is dulled by the powerful hybrid powertrain that lurks behind the driver, comprising of a high-revving 494kW 3.0.litre V6 petrol engine in combination with an electric motor that combines to produce a tantalising 610 kW and 740 Nm while also offering 25 km of electric range using a 7.45 kWh battery.
Can the Ferrari 296 perform? Hell yes, it can!
The 296 GTS boasts mega hybrid power and its performance is mightily impressive, on paper that is…
Using Ferarri’s 8-speed automatic transmission, zero to 100 kph takes 2.9-seconds, on to 200 kph in 7.6 seconds and it even breaches 300 kph before maxing out at somewhere around 330kph. Warp speed. Electric driving pulls in the reigns to a leisurely 135 kph top speed.
How much do you need to save to buy the Ferarri 296 GTS?
Well, buyers can expect to pay approximately $350 000 which is roughly R5.3-million at current exchange rates. Better start saving then…
