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3.9L, 7-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, RWD
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Ferrari 488 Base (2018) price & specs
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Overview
The 2018 Ferrari 488 Base is a rear-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Ferrari 488 is regarded as a Super Sports built in Italy with prices starting at $526,888 before on-road costs.
This Ferrari 488 is powered by a 3.9L 8-cylinder engine that has 492 kW of power (at 8000 rpm) and 760 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Ferrari claims the 488 Base uses 12.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 294g of CO2. It has a 78L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 605km per full tank
The Ferrari 488 measures 1211mm (47.7 inches) in height, 4568mm (179.8 inches) in length, 1952mm (76.9 inches) in width with a 2650mm (104.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1525kg (3362.0 lbs) of unladen weight. The 488 Base comes standard with 245/30 R20 front tyres and 305/30 R20 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
322.62 - 333.56 kW/t
170.53 kW/t
360.74 kW/t
Boot Space
230 litres
100 litres
450 litres
Fuel Efficiency
11.4 - 12.9 L/100km
7.4 L/100km
16.9 L/100km
Vehicle Range
605 - 684 km
481 km
883 km
Price
$469,888 - $526,888
$220,500
$825,530
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
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Dimensions
4,568 mm
1,952 mm
1,211 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,568 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,952 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,211 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,650 mm |
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Explore Ferrari 488 Features & Specs
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Automatic
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 294
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 86.5
Engine (cc): 3902
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.9
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 83.0
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 20.6
Main Capacity (L): 78
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 17.2
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Speed: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Screen Size (in): 4.0
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 605
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 376
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 7.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 22
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 18
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.0
Maximum Speed (km/h): 325
Maximum Speed (mph): 202
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 669
Maximum Power (kW): 492
Maximum Torque (Nm): 760
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 103
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 305
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: 458
Wheelbase Type: Short
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 230
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 66.1
Front Track (mm): 1679
Overall Height (in): 47.7
Overall Height (mm): 1211
Overall Length (in): 179.8
Overall Length (mm): 4568
Overall Width (in): 76.9
Overall Width (mm): 1952
Rear Track (in): 64.8
Rear Track (mm): 1647
Wheelbase (in): 104.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2650
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: Rear Lights
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Roof
Foldable Hard Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Foldable Hard Top Operation: Electric
Foldable Hard Top Type: Foldable Hard Top
Wind Deflector Behind Seats
Electric: yes
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1525
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3362
Tare Weight (kg): 1474
Audio System
Brand Name: Harman/Kardon
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Heater Type: Combustion
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
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