The most recent addition to Maserati’s lineup to receive the Italian automaker’s three-motor electric powertrain is the GranCabrio. Despite initial promises of up to 1,200 horses, regulatory constraints limit the output to 751 horsepower and 996 pound-feet (1,350 Nm).
Impressive figures aside, the high-voltage battery’s capacity is somewhat lacking. With a usable capacity of 83 kilowatt-hours, the GranTurismo Folgore offers an estimated range of 450 kilometers (280 miles) in the WLTP cycle. However, Maserati has yet to confirm the range for the slightly heavier GranCabrio Folgore.
Similar in design to its 2+2 coupe counterpart, the 2+2 convertible features a more robust rear tray and reinforced sills. The added weight, nearly 100 kilograms more than the hardtop, results in a slightly less dynamic driving experience.
The increased weight also translates to a slightly slower acceleration time, with the GranCabrio Folgore reaching 100 kilometers per hour (62 miles per hour) in 2.8 seconds compared to the coupe’s 2.7 seconds. Nonetheless, few internal combustion vehicles can match its rapid acceleration.
For comparison, the V6-powered GranCabrio Trofeo achieves the same feat in 3.6 seconds, boasting 550 horsepower and 650 Nm (479 pound-feet) of torque. The STLA Large platform, developed by the Stellantis group formed from the merger of FCA and PSA, is designed for D- and E-segment vehicles.
This platform will also underpin models from Dodge and Jeep, with applications extending to Alfa Romeo and Chrysler. It supports high-voltage batteries ranging from 85 to 118 kWh, offering an estimated range of up to 800 kilometers (500 miles) in the WLTP cycle. Additionally, the platform supports fast charging at rates of up to 4.5 kWh per minute, with acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour estimated to be in the 2-second range.
