Doug DeMuro gave the 2024 Ferrari 296 GTB a strongly positive review (72/100 OctaneScore), praising its stunning modern design with integrated rear spoiler and thin LED tail lights, as well as its cutting-edge cabin technology featuring multiple hybrid drive modes accessible via steering wheel buttons. The car delivers supercar performance with 881 horsepower, 0-60 mph in under 3 seconds, and a top speed of 205 mph, though the turbocharged engine sound is a notable step down from traditional naturally aspirated Ferraris. While the interior feels cramped for taller drivers and the $350,000+ starting price is steep, DeMuro describes the 296 GTB as "one of the great exotic sports cars" he's driven and a "magnificent work of impressive engineering and art." This is a car for wealthy enthusiasts who prioritize cutting-edge design and hybrid-electric performance over interior space and engine acoustics.

Throttle House gave the Ferrari 296 GTB a mixed review (49/100), praising its exceptional performance and innovative hybrid technology while condemning its interior design. The car excels in raw speed—delivering power "as fast as any car they've ever driven"—and impresses with its lightweight 3,200-pound construction and ability to drive in EV-only mode up to 136 km/h without sacrificing the supercar experience. However, Throttle House deemed the cabin technology and user interface "the worst designed" they've ever experienced, with touchscreen controls replacing physical buttons and a rear engine cover that pops open if not fully secured, making the $444,000 car arguably unsuitable for daily livability. The 296 GTB is for buyers willing to overlook infuriating interior quirks in exchange for Ferrari's most technically advanced and dynamically thrilling hybrid supercar.