After eighteen months since the unveiling of the latest Maserati GranTurismo, a new contender emerges: the Maserati GranCabrio. This fresh addition to the lineup will debut initially as a Trofeo variant, boasting nearly 550 horsepower from its six-cylinder engine, with an electric Folgore iteration on the horizon.
Back in October 2022, Maserati unveiled the current generation GranTurismo, which, akin to the Grecale, offers not just traditional combustion engines but also a potent electric variant. Following the brand’s tradition, an open-air version of the GranTurismo was also anticipated.
Enter the GranCabrio, the open-top counterpart to its sibling. Much like the GranTurismo, the Maserati GranCabrio introduces a 750-horsepower electric Folgore version alongside its powerful petrol variant, the Trofeo.
Under the hood of the Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo resides a robust 542-horsepower, 650 Nm version of the formidable 3.0-liter Nettuno V6 engine, equipped with twin turbos.
This engine, also found in the MC20 albeit with a higher output of 620 horsepower, propels every GranCabrio variant with all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Clocking at 4.97 meters in length and tipping the scales at nearly 1,900 kilograms, the GranCabrio Trofeo accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 3.6 seconds, boasting a top speed of 316 km/h. Accelerating from 0 to 200 km/h requires just 12.2 seconds of patience.
Featuring a four-seater configuration, the convertible sports a fabric folding roof capable of opening or closing within 14 seconds at speeds of up to 50 km/h. The roof comes in five different colors, offering ample choices to complement the exterior paint.
To combat chilly necks, the GranCabrio comes equipped with a windshield and a ‘neck warmer’ that blows warm air in three adjustable settings, ensuring a comfortable driving experience.
Later this year, the 750-horsepower electric Maserati GranCabrio Folgore is set to make its debut. Additionally, a milder petrol version, dubbed Modena and packing 490 horsepower, is also slated for arrival.
