DecodedCarsFerrari F430
5 model years from 2005 to 2009, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2005–2009
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 4.3L 8-cyl
- Best MPG
- 12–13 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2007 (2)
The 2009 F430 in brief
The 2009 Ferrari F430 is a two seaters offered with a 4.3L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 178 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 102-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,197 lb (2dr Coupe RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 16 highway), 31% worse than the 2009 two seaters average of 18.9 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Ferrari F430 has 5 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2009.
Its most efficient year was 2009 at 13 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 12 to 13 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the engine (1), electrical system (1), exterior lighting (1).
How the 2005 F430 compares
The 2005 Ferrari F430 is a two seaters offered with a 4.3L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 12 MPG combined (10 city / 16 highway), 34% worse than the 2005 two seaters average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $6,850 a year in fuel.
2009 F430 pros & cons
Full 2009 details →What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 31% below the 2009 two seaters average of 18.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Show all 5 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2009 F430
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 16 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2009 Ferrari California | 15 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2009 Aston Martin Vantage | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Ferrari. How we calculate this →