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2018 Ferrari 488 Spider

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Rating8.1

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Convertible
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$280,900
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Fast like wind

Not as tech-savvy as rivals

No major upgrades

Impeccable exterior design

Infotainment system behind the current times

Brakes with a powerful bite

Don't expect a high practicality

Specs & Features

$280,900

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

Competing in the midsize convertible segment, the 2018 Ferrari 488 Spider is a direct competitor to the Aston Martin Vanquish S Volante, the McLaren 570S Spider, and the Lamborghini Huracan Spyder. With standalone trim, the 488 Spider carries an MSRP of $280,900. It is offered with a 3.9L Twin-Turbo V8 engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, producing 661 horsepower and 561 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the 488 Spider manages a 0-60 of 3.1 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG.

Buying Advice

Instead of alternative trims, Ferrari offers endless customization options to consumers. So that they can choose what features, paints, and upholstery, they want to go with. Our recommendation is the Rosso Scuderia exterior paint, Crema interior theme, and sports exhaust system.

Trims

    Base
    $280,900 onwards
    • A media hub with USB and auxiliary ports
    • Air conditioning with automatic temperature controls
    • Bi-Function Halogen Projector Headlamps
    • Black soft-top
    • Front-fog lamps
    • Heated leather-trimmed front seats
    • Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift boot
    • Rear park assist system
    • Retro Avorio interior accents
    • Retro Fiat badging
    • Retro Marrone leather-faced seats with Avorio headrests
    • Side sills ground effects

Compare to similar cars

8.1
2018 Ferrari 488 Spider

Price

$280,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.11

Horsepower

661 hp @ 8000 rpm

Torque

561 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

Capacity

2

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Gasoline

8.49

592 hp @ 7500 rpm

560 lb.-ft. @ 5250 rpm

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2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		3.1 sec10.6 sec205 mph
    		3.3 sec11.2 sec199 mph
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    2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg22.7 gal.340.5/499.4 mi.
      		16 mpg23 mpg18 mpg21.1 gal.337.6/485.3 mi.

      2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		179.8 in.76.9 in.47.7 in.6 in.104.3 in.
        		180.6 in.77 in.51.9 in.5 in.105.1 in.

        2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		8.1 cu.ft.98.9 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          		10.3 cu.ft.97 cu.ft.10.3 cu.ft.

          2018 Ferrari 488 Spider 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.83.1 cu.ft.74 ft.
            		83.1 cu.ft.10.3 cu.ft.10.3 cu.ft.-

            2018 Ferrari 488 Spider vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3362 lbs.
              		3669 lbs.

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