DecodedCars2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Engines
- 2.9L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale is a two seaters offered with a 2.9L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 4% worse than the 2026 two seaters average of 18.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 296 Speciale Plug-in Hybrid | 2.9L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S8) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -4% | $4,550 | 396 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale.
Similar 2026 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari 296 GTB | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari F80 | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lotus Emira | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Aston Martin Valhalla | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Aston Martin Vantage | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Ferrari 296 GTS | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2026 Ferrari 296 Speciale in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →