DecodedCars2016 Ferrari 488 Spider
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- 488 SPIDER
- Engines
- 3.9L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 179.9 in
- Curb weight
- 3,362 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider is a two seaters offered with a 3.9L 8-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 180 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,362 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 11% worse than the 2016 two seaters average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 488 SPIDER | 179.9 in | 76.8 in | 47.6 in | 104.3 in | 66.1 / 65 in | 3,362 lb | 42/58 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 488 Spider | 3.9L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 501 |
| 488 Spider | 3.9L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 497 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider.
Similar 2016 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2016 Ferrari California T | 19 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2016 Lamborghini Huracan | 17 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 McLaren Automotive 570S Coupe | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 McLaren Automotive 650S Coupe | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 McLaren Automotive 650S Spider | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (3)
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 23, 2021
NHTSA campaign 21V833000 · 9,985 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2010-2015 458 Italia, 2012-2015 458 Spider, 2014-2015 458 Speciale, 2015 458 Speciale Aperta, 2016-2019 488 GTB, and 488 Spider vehicles. The brake system may leak brake fluid, resulting in a loss of braking ability.
- Risk
- Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the brake fluid reservoir cap and update the software, at no charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 78.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jan 9, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V006000 · 11,176 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2014 Ferrari California, 2014-2015 Ferrari 458 Italia, 458 Spider, 2014-2016 Ferrari FF, 2014-2017 Ferrari F12, 2015-2018 Ferrari California T, 2015 Ferrari 458 Speciale A, 2016 Ferrari F60 America, 2016-2017 Ferrari F12 tdf, 2016-2018 Ferrari 488 GTB, 488 Spider, 2017-2018 Ferrari GTC4Lusso and 2018 GTC4Lusso T vehicles nationwide. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
- Risk
- An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began March 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-866-551-2828. Ferrari's number for this recall is 65.
Electrical System › Software · Mar 9, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V164000 · 40 vehicles
- Problem
- Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2016 488 GTB and 488 Spider vehicles. Due to a software error, the driver may not be warned that the brake discs are critically worn.
- Risk
- If the driver is not warned about the critical disc wear, brake disc damage may result, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument panel node software, free of charge. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 64.
Not every 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 488 Spider years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 488 Spider | 18 | 179.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 488 Spider | 18 | 179.9 in | Not rated | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 488 Spider | 18 | 179.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →