Ferrari 296 GTB launched in India at Rs 5.40 crore
India Today
The 296 is the successor to the F8 Tributo and features an electrified powertrain similar to the SF90 Stradale.
Ferrari has launched the plug-in hybrid sports coupe, the 296 GTB in India at Rs 5.40 crore (ex-showroom). According to the Italian marque, the 296 is the first Ferrari road car to come with a six-cylinder engine as the previous six-cylinder models such as 206 GT, 246 GT and 246 GTS were sold under the now-defunct Dino brand.
The Ferrari 296 GTB replaces the F8 Tributo in the brand’s lineup. Inspired from mid-rear engined Berlinetta design the car gets an active spoiler which can generate 360kgs of downforce at 250kmph with the track-oriented Assetto Fiorano pack. The pack also incorporates lightweight materials for weight saving and an exclusive livery inspired from the Ferrari 250 LM.
The cabin is screen dominated similar to the SF90 Stradale. The concave dashboard structure creates a very driver-oriented setup. The steering gets touch controls. Many features come as standard for the India spec car such as the Alcantara-wrapped electric seats, suspension lifter, black ceramic exhaust pipes, carbon-fibre front spoiler and steering wheel, 20-inch forged rims, surround-view camera, titanium wheel bolts, contrast coloured stitching and more.
Powering the Ferrari 296 GTB is a hybrid powertrain. The 3.0-litre V6 is twin-turbocharged and is coupled to an electric motor. The ICE accounts for 663bhp while the electric motor is rated at 167bhp, which gives a combined output of 830bhp and 740Nm of torque. This comes mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The car can launch from 0 to 100kmph in just 2.9 seconds and has a top speed of more than 330kmph. The 7.42kWh battery pack can power the car for an only-electric range of 25km, with the top speed capped at 135kmph.
With the 296 GTB, India has received a top-of-the-line high-performance car in just a few months of its global unveil. This speaks volumes about the growing importance of India as a destination for these high-end supercars.
