“The Folgore Leads the Future” With 100% Electric Range, Maserati’s Consistently Authentic DNA
Now the first Italian luxury car brand to produce fully-electric models, Maserati has officially announced plans for the market launch of the electric Maserati Folgore. Announced at the “MMXX: Time to be Audacious” event in September 2020, Maserati has completed the in-depth brand revamp and is now ready for the market’s official launch of the new 100% electric range Folgore.
The new GranTurismo will be made at the Mirofori production hub, and see its official market debut next year. It will be a very strong leader of the pack and benchmark of esteemed innovation with technical solutions derived from the Formula E.
The all-new Grecale SUV was recently unveiled and will also be available in an electric version. Each specific Maserati model will come in a 100% electric version within the next three years, completed with the MC20 sports car, the new Quattroporte sedan, and the full-size Levante SUV. These times are ripe with innovation and drastic change that will play a huge part in shaping the future of driving.
The “Dare Forward 2030” strategic plan announced on March 1 had officially outlined the plan for all new models to be developed, engineered, and produced 100% in Italy, adopting electric powertrains to bring about sleek innovation and high performance that is characteristic of Maserati. Each of Maserati’s successful cars possess the design, performance, comfort, and safety traits that lead the industry with flair and one-of-a-kind standout function. The Trofeo Collection includes the Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Levante, with the Ghibli and Levante being the brand’s first electrified hybrids. Just before the switch to efficient and Earth-saving technology fully takes place, you’ll be able to enjoy the raw performance and excitement of the MC20, powered by the F1-sourced Nettuno V6.
Maserati knows what makes up an Italian sports car in terms of personality, safety, elegance, and design. The future is exciting due to the technical features and unique styles that will be offered. Each model coming soon will not only provide unique opportunities for future sustainability, but also channel the same eccentric and alluring charm that only models from the Maserati namesake can.
Maserati MC20 Spotted Testing Close to Arctic Circle
Last year, Maserati official confirmed they would be constructing a convertible version of the MC20 supercar, and had publicly revealed a camouflaged prototype to the eager and curious masses.
The Carscoops.com staff captured another prototype completing cold-weather testing near a surprising spot: the Arctic Circle. At first glance, everything looks the same as the versions presented officially by Maserati. The rear decklid will also need to see a bit of change to accommodate the convertible mechanism, one of the features that is going to render the MC20 that much more enjoyable.
We expect the power source to be the same twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine that cranks out 621 horsepower and 538 lb/ft of torque, allowing this fantastic coupe to go from 0-62 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 202 mph. There is also an all-electric version called the “Folgore,” which means “lightning” in Italian, and it will most likely be available in both coupe and convertible options when it is available for public sale.
On May 13, 2020, a Maserati MC20 paid the ultimate in homage and recognition for Sir Stirling Moss, covered with the graphics that wonderfully commemorated Stirling and the legendary Maserati 420M/58 “Eldorado”, which was a unique single-seater that debuted in 1958. The Road and Track writers let the world know on July 2, 2020 that the engine was engaging, voraciously exciting, and “100% Maserati,” while also noting that it was not too tough to see the connection to the Ferrari F154 engine and the 690T sourced from the Alfa Romeo side of the starting lines.
The MC20 joins the recently renewed Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante models as well as introducing a newly refined Trident badge for Maserati to benchmark our new and forward-leaning leap into the future. Exotic not only defines the design but how the car is laid out and proportioned, where technology has been used to breathe life to and improve quality and provide a human touch to these cars. We are eagerly awaiting the smooth and aerodynamic result of 2,000 hours spent on the downforce element alone: the MC20 is going to provide sleek, smooth, and fantastic driving fun, and is fine-tuned to the utmost of performance capabilities.
Maserati can trace its roots a long way back to 1914 when four brothers with a distinct vision and passion for what was then very high speed founded the company! After hours of hard work and determination, they had put out some of the fastest and most thrilling racing cars that existed at the time. In 1926 Maserati began building road cars in addition to racing cars, which helped secure the brand name as one of the premier automakers on the globe. During its 107-year history, Maserati has created some of the most brilliant and personality-rich racing cars ever, as well as some of the greatest GT models ever made.
Here is a quick snapshot of this year’s available Maserati models and the features you can enjoy with each choice that fits you!
The 2022 Maserati Ghibli is another Maserati model named after a traditional and exotic wind, this time after the balmy breeze that blows through the crowded markets and tranquil nights of the Libyan desert. You can get the Ghibli in the GT line, the Modena, the Modena Q4, and top-of-the-line Trofeo, which offers a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged Ferrari-derived V8 with 580 horsepower and an Earth-shattering top speed of 203 mph. The Modena Q4 trim sees the addition of all-wheel drive, and you’ll love the retro touch of analog gauges inside and a huge amount of carbon fiber in the Trofeo trim.
The 2022 Maserati Levante is named after the warm, French, easterly wind that blows directly to the Strait of Gibraltar in the Mediterranean Sea. This is Maserati’s trademark SUV with astonishing performance and rides on the same platform as the Ghibli and Quattroporte. The GT and Modena trims share the familiar 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6, and can produce 345 and 424 horsepower respectively, with all trims featuring standard all-wheel drive. This is an incredibly spirited and energetic ride full of everything driving was meant to be, and it leaves every other SUV on the market in the dust!
The 2022 Maserati Quattroporte’s name simply means “four-door,” but the model is anything but simple. A stunning full-size high-end sedan, this is where high-end premium materials, luxury, and performance meet, and there is simply no other vehicle on the road like it. When you get behind the wheel of this amazing machine, you’ll feel as if you are driving the equivalent of the best-fitting tailored suit money can buy. The upper-level Trofeo trim runs on a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged Ferrari-derived V8 with 580 horsepower, and the Modena along with the Modena GT have the 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 that produces 345 horsepower.
The 2022 Maserati MC20 is the newest model on the block. It is powered by a massive 621 hp 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6, and goes 0 to 60 mph in under 2.9 seconds. You can find many ways to customize the MC20, with colors, personalization, and other options that make it even more unique. With a carbon-fiber chassis, in-house designed twin-turbo V6 with F1 technology, and amazing dynamics, it is a triumphant return to original form with a futuristic flair. Boasting carbon-fiber shift paddles, steering wheel, center console, and body panels, the body also houses other aerodynamic feats of wonder such as a game-changing rear spoiler, rear diffuser, and jaw-dropping front vortex generators while riding the entire time on adjustable dampers.
The bloggers at Motor Authority reported last week that Masearti is introducing brand-new MC editions of the V-8 powered Ghibli, Levante, and Quattroporte as a nod to the Maserati Corse racing department. The cars will offer exclusive colors, custom badging, and unique wheel patterns. The new colors are Giallo Crose and Blue Vittoria, which both also represent the official colors of Maserati’s lush Modena birthplace. Inside all of these are carbon-fiber accents, black leather and denim trim, blue and yellow accent stitching, and a special “MC Edition” script on the headrests. There are also top-of-the-line extras that provide an exciting boost to every drive, such as the electric sunroof, Bowers and Wilkins premium audio system, and Maserati’s signature driver assistance package.
What most diehard fans are curious about is understandably the arrival of the MC20 Supercar, which is just now hitting showrooms and laid its claim to fame at the Willow Springs International Raceway in California during numerous thrilling test drives. Race car driver Jon Morley tagged along in the passenger seat and got right down to business to try all of the drive modes. He first went to Sport and felt the raw amazement of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 all at once after dialing it in.
The amazing sound that this engine produced at full throttle became relaxed in GT mode. It returned to an aggressive sound in Corsa mode, which instills tons of extra life into the active exhaust. The MC20’s Nettuno engine uses advanced and class-leading technology derived straight from Formula One status and winning ranks to crank out an amazing 207 horsepower per liter.
When you come to check out any of these incoming models here at Jim Butler Maserati, we will get excited about their brilliance on the track, tastefully laid out specs, and ability to squeeze out every last ounce of performance!
2022 Maserati Levante’s Fully Figured Out Specs for the Savvy Buyer: KBB 2022 Buyer’s Guide Details
Here at Jim Butler Maserati of St. Louis, we believe that a great contender in the SUV world would be the 2022 Maserati Levante! It instinctively breathes every trait one would want from a well-appearing and high-performing model. This midsize luxury SUV that turns out to be a very family-friendly vehicle provides a choice of two turbocharged Ferrari-designed engines. The SUV will no doubt captivate your eye with its unique sound, look, and personality which will resonate with anyone seeking a true high-performance SUV model.
The Levante set begins with the base GT model and then climbs up to the Modena, Modena S, and high-performance Trofeo line. The interior of the Maserati Levante can be outfitted with features like available Zegna silk and Pieno Fiore leather and a pair of Ferrari-designed engines residing beneath the hood begin their prowess with the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 that diligently offers up 345 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.
The Levante Modena employs a more powerful 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 that makes 424 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque. The V8 comes out the end of the tunnel cranking out 550 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque, with the Trofeos’ engine output upped by another valuable 30 horses. We’d also recommend the Driver Assistance Package which includes driving assist, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, forward-collision warning, and active blind-spot assist. Additional safety features on hand to consistently provide the eagle’s eye are active lane-keep assist, traffic-sign recognition, surround-view camera, autonomous emergency braking, and pedestrian recognition.
The GT AWD offers up a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 with 345 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, 8-speed automatic transmission with AWD, and 20-inch Efesto aluminum wheels. You’ll also enjoy the addition of 20-inch Efesto aluminum wheels, Matte-silver brake calipers, limited-slip differential, adaptive air suspension, leather interior, and the audiophile’s ultimate addition of 8-speaker Maserati Audio powered with 280 poised watts.
The Levante Trofeo AWD brandishes the 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 with 580 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque, and 21-inch staggered Antero wheels, gloss-red brake calipers and Trofeo vented performance hood. It also includes carbon-fiber front splitter, grille blades, side skirts, and rear exhaust-surround. There is the signature Italian flag situated on the B-pillar, and audio upgrade in the form of a Bowers and Wilkins ultra-premium audio system with 1,280 watts and 17 speakers. We don’t need to remind anyone that this is one of the only SUVs in existence with the thrilling addition of launch control. Flipping the switch is always bound to provide the punchiest and most aggressive start while holding your foot on the pedal off the line one could ever imagine!
Back in August of this year, everyone here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis was excited to see the name of our second incoming SUV confirmed as the Grecale. It was scheduled to debut last month and be slotted directly under the classy and lavish Levante but was unfortunately postponed due to the ongoing semi-conductor chip shortage. The Carwale.com website offered up some new spy shots that have recently emerged on the web featuring a sportier version of this upcoming SUV, now officially on deck to be called the Grecale Trofeo.
It was spotted testing on the snowy streets of Sweden, with a noticeably larger set of multi-spoke alloy wheels and tires. There is the nice visual addition of red brake calipers up-front, and the posterior design benefits from what appears from a distance to be a set of quad-tip exhausts. Everything else seems to be in check with what is found on the SUV’s standard version. One of the most exciting prospects of any car coming soon is seeing what is under the hood. The SUV is expected to be powered by the 3.0-liter V6 from the very exciting MC20 sports car.
The Grecale is officially scheduled to be built on the same Giorgio platform as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, and the V6 will deliver an exciting total of 621 horsepower. We know here at Maserati that all these cars are geared towards those who have the finest preferences for luxury and the highest expectations for performance, and the Grecale has been specifically mastered to take on the competition from other thrilling vehicles out there such as the Porsche Macan GTS.
Inside some of the usual fittings to expect are leather and wood trim on the dash and an extra-large touchscreen and driver’s gauge cluster. Even though it’s a relatively small detail, traditional door handles in favor of electronic release buttons are in place, and normal variants may derive power from a turbocharged 2.0 inline-four that features mild-hybrid technology. This smaller and more affordable SUV is one great means of doing that in a market that is obsessed with crossovers.
You can find some awesome shots here of the Grecale Trofeo winter testing in the snow ahead of the reveal, on another tranquil and snowy day when the photographers also claimed that the exhaust note was a “rabidly delicious” and sporty character. Just like the previously spied Grecale Trofeo, this one’s redesigned front fascia appears to have taken a heavy dose of inspiration from the Jaguar F-Pace SVR. One element that Maserati never wants to sacrifice when it comes to cars is charisma, and we guarantee that the Grecale has the correctly positioned cool and all-around serious class to help ring in a fantastic and future-focused New Year!
MC20’s Illustrious Ambassador Pens a Love Letter for the City of Breezy Palms and Open Pavement
With the assistance of designer Centro Stile, David Beckham enjoyed the opportunity of bringing home a customized car in the form of the Maserati MC20. The MC20 is the first super sports car that lives and breathes segment-leading performance with a desirable sporty essence.
The project is an integral part of our brand’s Fuoriserie customization program which allows customers here at Jim Butler Maserati of St. Louis to have fun making their own tailor-made Maserati. The Fuoriserie is a blank canvas to that leaves a lot of room for creative liberty, and the House of the Trident provides the instruments for the job. The rest is up to the client’s inspiration, paving the way for an opportunity that expresses their own unique tastes and personality. This car is a superb masterpiece entirely made in Italy and derives power from a patented V6 petrol engine sourced from a partnership with the bona fide experts at Formula 1 technologies.
The MC20’s bodywork features a glossy black tone which contrasts seamlessly with the Trident logos on the C-pillar and opaque lettering on the rear with pink Brembo brake calipers. Inside you’ll find black and pink leather along with Alcantara worked with a tone-on-tone laser engraving method. The headrest has a unique 3-dimensional, pastel pink embroidery.
Situated directly in the center tunnel between the two seats, a personalized nameplate with a glossy-matte effect at the top also brandishes “For David” with a stunning aluminum effect at the bottom in italics. Miami’s driving landscape is a location that allows one to express themselves fully with a completely customized car. Klaus Busse is the head of Maserati Design, and he claimed lately that car designers are acting wholeheartedly on the premise of a mission to offer a holistic driving experience. The means to customize the car is a way for customers to set both feet forward and make their dreams come true and breathe very abundant life into their vision.
Drawing inspiration from a city with so many gorgeous hues during every sunset and a skyline that is picture-perfect from every angle, this is an incredible place to brandish as an anchor for the location of any build. With lightning-quick acceleration, sharp handling, and beautiful styling, the MC20 is slated to represent a very monumental leap forward for the entire Maserati legacy, boasting a carbon-fiber structure with aluminum subframes for the powertrain and suspension. Wait until the track-only variant is unleashed: no mappable plane of existence will know exactly what just hit them!
Both the Maserati Ghibli and Quattroporte Trofeo can claim being the fastest on-road Maserati sedans ever. Getting up to 60 mph in the Ghibli takes just four short seconds, and this legendary performance puts this edition of the Ghibli in the upper tier of the finest European performance sedans.
The rear-wheel-drive Ghibli Trofeo sources power from a 3.79-liter twin-turbo and direct-injected V8, courtesy of close relative Ferrari, and this epic engine cranks out 572 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque. The 2021 model sees improved features in the boomerang light clusters, carbon-fiber inserts, and front grilles.
The Ghibli also boasts a double-wishbone suspension with Skyhook shocks to round out an incredibly solid but smooth ride. There is launch control in race mode, and the engine soundtrack this time is slightly quieter than past Maserati models. In general, it’s not the loudest but still possesses power that leads to head-spinning acceleration and thrilling speed.
Inside the cabin, you’ll find carbon-fiber trim and sport seats that are heated and ventilated along with 12-way adjustment. The analog-style gauges are a throwback to the one-of-a-kind grand touring cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s that drivers remember so fondly.
On November 3, 1966, the Maserati Ghibli made its debut. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the name was a commemoration of a warm wind, a tradition that is still holding strong with the esteemed brands’ Grecale model.
The Ghibli is named for a strong and warm wind from North Africa that is synonymous with this car’s unique flair and sporty yet refined vibe. During the early days, the engine was carefully designed using the 8-cylinder powertrain found in Mexico and doled out 330 horsepower from its 4,700-cc version. After the hood was significantly lowered, the engine was equipped with a dry sump, which was perfect for the challenges grand touring presents.
After its official launch in 1967, the Ghibli saw its interior refreshed and could be fitted with a 5-speed manual or automatic transmission. These were the configurations that the car-buying public loved. Maserati’s brand was noticeably strengthened one year later after the addition of a 4,900-cc engine. From 1967 until 1972, more than 1,200 Ghibli coupe models were produced, including one purchased by Henry Ford. Ford put it on display in the lobby of the esteemed Ford Product Development Center in Detroit.
With its incredibly eye-catching design, twin-turbo engines, and classic sports sedan vibe, Car and Driver called the 2022 Ghibli “a prime example of gorgeous Italian flair.” The 345-horsepower twin-turbo V6 is the standard powertrain, with upper trims boasting the 424-horsepower version of that engine or a 580-horsepower twin-turbo V8. The GT offers a more luxury-oriented design, while the Modena and Trofeo exhibit a raw aggression to attract buyers to their stunning performance abilities.
Rear-wheel drive is still standard, but all-wheel drive is now available on the V6. Both engines are paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and the V8 model is estimated to get up to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. You can spec out the Ghibli with upper-end luxury touches such as leather and silk seats, a wood-rimmed steering wheel, and a faux-suede headliner. Every Ghibli model comes with a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and the exciting ability to upgrade to a 10-speaker Harmon/Kardon or 15-speaker Bowers and Wilkins Pro audio setup.
There are few car brands around the world with fans as devoted as Maserati, and they will be excited to learn that Hotcars.com was impressed with how striking and special the 2022 Maserati Ghibli was on its test drive. Under the hood, a twin-turbo V6 petrol engine easily produces 350 to 430 horsepower.
Manufactured in the beautiful city of Maranello by the Prancing Horse, the 430-horsepower version comes available on the Ghibli S and S Q4, which has all-wheel drive. There’s also a diesel version, which sports a V6 cranking out 275 horsepower. Every Ghibli version comes with an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission, which has been a massive success on both the Levante and Quattroporte models. The shark nose profile pops with the iconic trident.
The 2022 model has an elegant rear bumper design and the GranSport model offers a more aggressive appearance. The Ghibli features an interior that is one of the best in the business. Its infotainment and connectivity options include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment center with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and other features. Car and Driver said this model is “bringing a ton of Italian attitude to the mid-size luxury sedan party.”
With sleek styling and awesome performance stats, the Ghibli’s 2022 lineup begins with the GT, then goes to the Modena as the midpoint, and features the Trofeo as the 5380-horsepower king. It now comes equipped with driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking. Skipping the 4-cylinder and going for more power, the 2022 Ghibli will bring you excitement every time you hit the road!
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