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2018 Ferrari 488 GTB

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Rating7.0

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Midsize Coupe
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$252,800
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Mind-blowing 661-hp acceleration from the V8 engine

Finicky infotainment system

No significant changes for the 2018 488 GTB

Offers advanced traction and stability control system

Exorbitant price tag

Wonderful braking performance

Specs & Features

$252,800

price

661 hp @ 8000 rpm

horsepower

561 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

3.9L 8cyl RWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2018 Ferrari 488 GTB Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the midsize coupe. With a single trim on offer, the Ferrari 488 GTB has a base MSRP of $252,800, competing directly with the Lamborghini Aventador S, and the Aston Martin DB11 coupe. Only a 3.9L turbocharged V8 engine is offered, mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Together, they produce 661 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 2.7 seconds, the 488 GTB maintains a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG. Ferrari offers the 488 GTB in 26 stunning colors, with the Verde British being our particular favorite.

Buying Advice

With the 488 GTB being a standalone trim, it spares us a lot of time to decide how we want our 488 GTB as there are so many aesthetic options available. We recommend the classiest Red 488 GTB with a black interior because nothing screams Ferrari louder than the red.

Trims

    Base
    $252,800 onwards
    • Five-inch touchscreen infotainment system
    • Fog lamps and chrome power heated mirrors
    • Manual-adjustable front seats
    • Option for a power sunroof
    • Retro Fiat 500 badges
    • Retro styled body-color wheels
    • Retro-brown leather seats
    • Steering wheel with audio controls

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Engine

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Rating

7

Horsepower

661 hp @ 8000 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

2

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2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		2.7 sec10.5 sec205 mph
    		2.7 sec10.2 sec212 mph
    		2.8 sec10.5 sec211 mph
    		2.9 sec10.7 sec-
    		3.2 sec11.3 sec-
    		3.4 sec--
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    2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg20.6 gal.309/453.2 mi.
      		16 mpg23 mpg19 mpg19 gal.304/437 mi.
      		16 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19.5 gal.312/429 mi.
      		15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19 gal.285/418 mi.
      		14 mpg21 mpg16 mpg21.1 gal.295.4/443.1 mi.
      		12 mpg16 mpg13 mpg24.3 gal.291.6/388.8 mi.

      2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		179.8 in.76.9 in.47.8 in.6 in.104.3 in.
        		185.4 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4 in.109.4 in.
        		183.4 in.77.6 in.50.2 in.5 in.107.1 in.
        		178.9 in.81.1 in.47.1 in.4.2 in.105.1 in.
        		178.4 in.76 in.47.3 in.3.7 in.105.1 in.
        		175.6 in.75.8 in.45.9 in.6 in.103.2 in.

        2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		8.1 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.
          		357 cu.ft.-357.1 cu.ft.
          		22.7 cu.ft.101.3 cu.ft.53.6 cu.ft.
          		12.7 cu.ft.-12.7 cu.ft.
          		8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.
          		5.1 cu.ft.-5.3 cu.ft.

          2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		83.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.8.1 cu.ft.-
            		12.7 cu.ft.12.7 cu.ft.12.7 cu.ft.79 ft.
            		8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.-
            		5.3 cu.ft.5.1 cu.ft.5.3 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.357 cu.ft.357.1 cu.ft.-
            		53.6 cu.ft.22.7 cu.ft.53.6 cu.ft.-

            2018 Ferrari 488 GTB vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		-3252 lbs.
              		-3135 lbs.
              		-3186 lbs.
              		-3128 lbs.
              		-3594 lbs.
              		798 lbs.3929 lbs.

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