2016 Ferrari 488 GTB

[SVT666]

Ferrari has introduced an update of the 458 Italia called 488 GTB. Scheduled to go on sale in time for the 2016 model year, the 488 GTB will be presented to the public for the first time at next month's Geneva Motor Show.

The big news for 2016 is that the 488 GTB trades the Italia's naturally-aspirated 4.5-liter V8 engine for a twin-turbocharged 3.9-liter V8 that makes 661 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 560 lb-ft. of torque at 3,000 rpm. An updated seven-speed dual-clutch transmission that features a built-in torque management function sends the 488 from zero to 62 mph in three seconds flat, from zero to 124 mph in 8.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 205 mph.

Also found in the engine bay of the California T, the Maserati-derived 3.9-liter V8 is expected to noticeably boost the 488's gas mileage but official figures have not been published yet. Regardless, the downsized mill will help the Modena-based automaker comply with European regulations by lowering its fleet's average CO2 emissions.

Visually, the 488 GTB features a more aerodynamic front fascia characterized by new headlights, a large three-part air dam and twin air vents integrated into the hood. Air ducts located behind the doors help cool the engine, while the rear end gains modestly updated LED tail lamps and a new bumper.

The changes inside are relatively minor and largely limited to redesigned seats, new switches and an improved infotainment system.

The 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB will go on sale before the end of the year. Its topless counterpart will be presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show that will open its doors in September.

[Cookie Monster]

I like it. Subtle changes that make it look cleaner than the 458.

[CALL_911]

I like it, but I actually think the 458 was sleeker/less busy

[Xer0]

Oh, more conventional exhaust this time!

[r0tor]

I like the visuals... Wonder how it sounds though

[Galaxy]

I like the visuals... Wonder how it sounds though

February 3rd #WORDSARENOTENOUGH

[SVT666]

The scream is nowhere near as high pitched as the 458, but it still sounds like a Ferrari.

[12,000 RPM]

458 didn't seem that high pitched to me. FWIW the California T sounds exactly like NA Ferrari V8s

[Minpin]

Looks like a Ferrari

[r0tor]

Missing the 458 howling a bit... Still good though

[GoCougs]

Like the retro name, everything else mostly blows, especially turbos  .

[68_427]

Look at the door handles

[hotrodalex]

Not a fan of the huge door scoops.

[MX793]

488 is a retro name?  Admittedly, it breaks tradition (should be 398).

[68_427]

I'm sure he's referencing gtb, which had been used as recently as the 599 I believe

[MexicoCityM3]

Lottery car. But I probably would take a 458 Speciale above it because of rarity and last N/A even if slower.

This over any Lambo for sure. McLaren is close though.

[hotrodalex]

This over any Lambo for sure. McLaren is close though.

Idk, new Lambo will rock you like a Huracan. This prancing horse has a high bar to topple.

[SVT666]

The Huracan doesn't have the visual craziness a Lambo should have.  Having said that, I don't like this car either.  If I was in the market for a supercar right now, I would be picking up a McLaren 650S.

[MX793]

I'm sure he's referencing gtb, which had been used as recently as the 599 I believe

Ferrari has used GTB on various models/trims throughout the years since at least the mid-60s.  It stands for Gran Turismo Berlinetta (Grand Touring Coupe).  275 GTB, 365 GTB, 208 GTB, 308 GTB, 348 GTB, F355 GTB, 599 GTB.  As you can see, it was consistently used in the V8 "Dino" line (xx8 numbered cars) of models right up until the very late 90s.

[Cookie Monster]

The Huracan doesn't have the visual craziness a Lambo should have.  Having said that, I don't like this car either.  If I was in the market for a supercar right now, I would be picking up a McLaren 650S.

But that's like the most boring car visually in its class.

[SVT666]

But that's like the most boring car visually in its class.

My local Ford dealer had a used MP4-12C Spyder in their showroom and I thought it was sexy as hell.

[12,000 RPM]

488 is a retro name?  Admittedly, it breaks tradition (should be 398).

Cylinder displacement

Really ugly number IMO.

[MX793]

Cylinder displacement

Really ugly number IMO.

Interesting.  Basically how they used to name their 12 cylinder cars (250 GT, 275 GTB, 365 Daytona, 400i, 456...) until the 512bb, which used the same nomenclature as the Dino cars (displacement w/ cylinder count).

[SVT666]

When will Ferrari ever use "Testarossa" again? What a great name.

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

Look at the door handles

They look like an after thought.

[12,000 RPM]

They have to raise those up, those are at knee height

[GoCougs]

When will Ferrari ever use "Testarossa" again? What a great name.

The original "Testa Rossa" would be way cool.

[SVT666]

The original "Testa Rossa" would be way cool.

Didn't the name start as Testarossa, then become Testa Rossa, then TR?

[FoMoJo]

The original "Testa Rossa" would be way cool.

Beauty...

[Gotta-Qik-C7]

Didn't the name start as Testarossa, then become Testa Rossa, then TR?

It was Testa Rossa first.