The Ferrari 296 Roadster Roadster impresses with 830 HP 25 km and an attractive starting price of 266200 £ . Here are all the details at a glance.
The 296 Roadster wears classic Ferrari proportions — long nose, compact tail and a low, wide stance that looks faster standing still than most cars in motion. Drop the folding hardtop and the silhouette becomes pure open‑air sculpture, with dramatic hips and aerodynamic detailing that are as much for function as flair. At 4565 mm long, 1958 mm wide and just 1191 mm tall it sits low and road-focused, drawing attention without shouting.
The cockpit is unmistakably Ferrari: driver-focused layout, high-quality leather and carbon trim, with controls sculpted around the wheel for minimum fuss. Space is limited to two tightly bolstered seats but the ergonomics are excellent for spirited driving; materials and fit are on par with the price, though some surfaces remain overtly race-inspired rather than plush. Visibility with the roof down is excellent and the folding hardtop mechanism tucks away neatly to preserve the car's lines.
Practicality is not the 296 Roadster's mission: it is strictly a two-seater with effectively negligible luggage space — the spec lists 0 L for trunk capacity — so weekend bags only and plan for tight packing. A 65 L fuel tank and a payload of around 412 kg mean short trips and a passenger are doable, but daily grocery runs or family duties are out of the question. With a curb weight of about 1540 kg the car balances lightness and structural strength, and that weight pays dividends in handling rather than usability.
The drive is the headline: a compact twin-turbo V6 coupled with electric boost delivers a quoted 830 HP (610 kW) and 740 Nm, launching the Roadster to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds with a top speed around 330 km/h. Rear-wheel drive and a razor-sharp dual‑clutch transmission make the 296 feel intimate and alive, with mid‑engine balance, precise steering and tenacious brakes that encourage pushing on both road and track. The hybrid systems add immediate torque and sharpen throttle response while keeping mass down, so the car feels explosive yet composed under hard cornering.
As a plug‑in hybrid the 296 Roadster claims a combined consumption of about 7.4 L/100 km with an electric range of roughly 25 km, and CO2 around 169 g/km (class F), figures that look optimistic for a car with supercar performance. In everyday use the battery will cover short urban trips silently and reduce fuel burn around town, but spirited driving and motorway blasts will quickly raise consumption well above the quoted figure. A 65‑litre tank gives usable range for longer journeys, but buyers should expect real-world economy to vary greatly with driving style.
Ferrari keeps driver aids understated: the focus is on connection rather than autopilot, so assistance systems are present but modest compared with luxury GTs, prioritising dynamic feedback over nannying features. Infotainment centres on a crisp instrument cluster and a central screen with modern connectivity, though the interface leans ergonomic‑racing more than consumer simplicity and smartphone integration is adequate rather than cutting-edge. For buyers who want exhaustive safety tech and lane‑holding, alternatives from other brands offer more automated comfort, whereas the 296's technology suite exists to support the driving experience first.
The 296 Roadster is aimed at buyers who want an open‑top exotic with hybrid-era performance — the current version is the Ferrari 296 Roadster 296 Plug‑in Hybrid Automatic Rear‑Wheel Drive carrying 830 HP, quoted consumption of 7.4 L/100 km and about 25 km of electric range. It suits enthusiasts who prioritise acceleration, chassis feel and drama over everyday practicality and who accept the compromises of a two-seat supercar. For those seeking a weekend halo car that can also nip around town silently on electric power, the 296 Roadster is a compelling, if expensive, statement; for family transport or budget-conscious commuters, it is the wrong tool.
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Price
266200 £
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Consumption L/100km
7.40 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
25 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Seats
2
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1540 kg
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
4565 mm
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Width
1958 mm
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Height
1191 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
412 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
830 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.90 s
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Max Speed
330 km/h
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Torque
740 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
610 kW
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Engine capacity
2992 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Ferrari
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The Ferrari 296 Roadster is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.
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