Spring is the season for anticipation and fine product lines such as ours here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis do not see new releases as often as some other brands! So much planning and in-depth testing have been completed to prepare the MC20 for its debut, finally arriving on the scene 16 years after the track-focused MC12 came into existence. This mid-engined marvel that provides an absolutely pure and unadulterated glimpse of the future was caught on video by Motorsport publicly showing off its 124 mph performance.
Keeping the throttle gleefully pegged to the floor allows for a top speed over 202 mph, and power is derived from the turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 that is believed to share many bits of inspiration from Ferrari. It delivers 621 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque and also features amazing technology such as a dual-injection system and pre-chamber combustion with twin-spark plugs.
The car has been rumored to accelerate from 0-62 mph in less than 2.9 seconds, and this video shows that this is a real possibility. Taking a close look at this perfectly aerodynamic performance car, there are recessed door handles, a vividly flowing roof, and 20-inch wheels that are backed up by ventilated discs that are 15 inches up front and 13.8 inches in the rear. A ventilated fascia and sporty dual exhaust that is situated just above a large diffuser are other visual elements that set the MC20 apart from the competition, and the all-important drag coefficient stat resides at less than 0.38.
There are also plans for a convertible, which will likely be introduced sometime next year. With 107 years of car-building experience and numerous championship-gleaning models on our extensive list of accomplishments, the MC20 fulfilled the burning need for something bigger and more powerful than a car such as the Alfa Romeo 4C. There is a brand-new carbon-fiber monocoque that the MC20 was developed around, and the incoming convertible and electric models will use it as well.
The Nettuno is the dry-sump engine that is ferociously twin-turbocharged and ideally fitted with both direct and indirect fuel injection systems. Even though the breakneck speed factor is going to most likely be the MC20’s largest form of appeal, the car will also feature a “carbon fiber-clad central console” with a wireless smartphone charger and drive mode selector offering the choices of GT, Wet, Sport, Corsa, and ESC Off modes. We sincerely believe that this is going to instantly become one of the most game-changing and best-performing cars in existence, and invite you to check out various options for order placement and selection!
During the roaring 20’s the entire world was reveling in an economic heyday, and Maserati’s illustrious performance debut and victorious win took place at the Targa Florio race, with the Tipo 26 taking home first place honors, and seeing the firm’s founding brother Alfieri Maserati at the wheel. During the 1950s, Juan Manuel Fangio was the genius at the helm for the F1 debut, with the letter “F” heavily commemorating this Argentinean who was so amazing behind the wheel from the beginning.
The F Tributo Special Editions of the Maserati Levante and Ghibli will both be fitting commemorations of Juan and his driving mastery during that performance, as well as the Grand Touring spirit as a whole. They are both available in Rosso Tributo and Azzurro Tributo, distinct red and blue hues signifying the brand’s roots from bustling and beautiful Modena, Italy. When Fangio reigned victorious in his red and yellow 250F were memorable and milestone-creating days, and the paint on these models’ brake calipers and trims of the 21-inch alloy wheels pay homage to his vehicle as well.
The 2021 Maserati Ghibli has already been adorned with massively head-turning styling, two powerful engine options, and stands out with a signature style and stature among the very highest caliber of cars on the globe! This glamorous and immediately-personable sports sedan comes fully equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 or V8 under its hood and possesses a very unique stance in the ranks of the mid-size luxury segment. If you want to opt for the V8-powered Trofeo, Maserati will swap out the V6 for a Ferrari-derived, 580-horsepower twin-turbo powertrain capable of making your hair stick up straight for all the right reasons. No matter which engine you ultimately choose, the Ghibli doles out daily exhilaration and a delicious exhaust note every time you turn the key and embark down the road.
The Levante SUV was introduced 4 years ago and received an updated infotainment system and minor facelift for 2021. On top of these fantastic and eye-catching commemorative models, this year saw refreshed front and rear styling, improved resolution and graphics for infotainment display, updated driver-assist tech, and a better EPA fuel economy number. With a soft suspension and inspiring braking, this high-speed cruiser turns amazingly well while under pressure, still offering up the qualities any family would want for a daily driver.
The Driver Assistance package includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection, a 360-degree camera system, traffic sign recognition, and lane-keep assist. This year also saw the addition of a brand-new Android-based software with a cleaner design and 8-speaker audio as standard. If you happen to be as passionate about audio as you are about torque and horsepower, the Trofeo models all feature an immaculate and pristine-sounding 15-speaker Bowers and Wilkins setup!
2021 Maserati Quattroporte Flaunts First-Class Luxury Styling, Brave and Bold Proportions
Recognizing that for some a car is just a form of transportation to get from A to B, Jason Fogelson of Forbes magazine recently commented on just how amazing a connection from the road to the driver the Maserati namesake provides. The Quattroporte is a very proud example of a unique and large executive sports sedan, and we have already enjoyed so much intense excitement here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis over the arrival of the MC20 mid-engined supercar that every single release has stoked extra inspiration and thorough admiration of our precise engineering and drive testing process.
The Quattroporte was Maserati’s very first luxury sport sedan when it was introduced in 1963, and has gone through five memorable and varied generations of production since. The current generation has been in existence for 8 years and has placed an expertly-honed in focus on providing a long list of equipment offered as standard. Visually striking swooped lines and bending of aesthetic focal points on the exterior have successfully created its essence, and the very bold grill with a prominent Trident emblem centrally located is a symbol of a track-tuned and Italian masterpiece that remains timeless even as its progression and development changes during every refresh.
The Forbes crew are the type that isn’t easily impressed by a box of Chardonnay and grocery-store cheese sitting out for a meet-and-greet, and have long been the A-list connoisseurs that have steered many in search of life’s absolute finest things in the right direction. Once you find your way inside of the Quattorprte, one of the first things you’ll notice is the dash: it incorporates horizontal elements with an ideally anchored touchscreen interface and evokes first-class luxury everywhere you look.
Pan-Am and Trans World Airlines both had it right when they rolled out an amazing first-class option during the late 1960s, albeit mass-produced, and these examples of high-end simplicity have influenced the cockpits of our own throughout the years. The Quattroporte comes with the choice of either a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 sporting direct gasoline injection, or the hefty 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that cranks out 650 lb-ft of torque. Each of these models is paired to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission, and the V8 is rear-wheel-drive while the V6 sends power to all 4 wheels.
This particular Forbes test drive crew was able to enjoy off-the-line acceleration and thrilling cornering courtesy of the S Q4 Granlusso, which came equipped with striking leather upholstery, Zegna silk, and heated and ventilated front seats. You’ll also get to enjoy every thrilling moment that the 20-inch aluminum wheels spend on pavement, properly backed-up with gloss black painted brake calipers displaying “Maserati” in white script. After just a few short seconds of adjusting the mirrors, steering wheel, and seat, Jason was fully confident that he could drive all day long with the benefit of high-end comfort.
The Red Dot Awards takes place every year in Germany, fulfilling the task of selecting the most innovative and exquisite-looking products worldwide for over 60 years. 50 international experts choose exemplary products in almost 50 categories, from interior furnishings to the most exciting cars ever built. We had long known here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis that the MC20’s arrival was meant to thoroughly signify and represent a new era for our brand, and these particular awards bestowed upon the MC20 the coveted title of “Best of the Best”.
The entire team worked hard and diligently on this project, and the end result was a car that perfectly opens a new chapter in Masarati’s long-standing history. A few of the elements that will be noticed at first sight regarding the MC20 are its perfect mix of sporting domination and visual elegance, with the finished product beginning a new chapter of Earth-conscious and high-performing autos. Many experts at first glance will notice the very unique aerodynamics and design, as every detail that makes a car modern and beautiful has been considered during rendering and development.
Constructed at the flagship Modena plant and developed by the legendary Innovation Lab, the defining personality of the MC20 has deep and boisterous Italian roots. The brand-new “Nettuno” engine delivers up to 60 mph in under 2.9 seconds and reaches a startling top speed of 202 mph. The engine that lives up to every bit of its monumental hype is designed and built entirely by Maserati and put to use a pre-chamber combustion technology that is sourced directly from the fiercely performance-tuned Formula 1 family.
The MC20 carries with it the weight of the supreme contender within our very own lineup, and will undoubtedly be heralded by the most experienced drivers in the world as an instant success. Offered as a two-seater coupe or convertible with a cabin that has a focus on the driver, we excitedly teamed up with primo motorsport engineering company Dallara to offer their expert input regarding the carbon-fiber structure with aluminum subframes for the powertrain and suspension. Accomplishing this has minimized the weight of the M20, resulting in great success in flat-out track performance.
Every model comes with four driving modes, and among them is one that has been meticulously dedicated to driving in wet conditions. Helping with the issue of visibility behind you, there is a digital rear-view mirror with a rear-facing camera to feed an image situated ideally to the frameless inside rear window. The key safety features that we have been notified the MC20 will include are standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, standard lane-departure warning lane-keeping assist, and available adaptive cruise control.
Maserati MC20 Captured by SlashGear Playing in The Snow Evokes its Primo Potency, All-Climate Capability
Snapshots of our famed MC20 prototype have popped up around the web up that show it cruising around supremely in Milan, and all of us here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis think that it appears most at home in its gorgeous nation of origin. This newest Maserati is now smack-dab in the middle of cold-weather trials in Valtellina at the Ghicciodromo Livigno, the most famous snow and ice circuit in Italy, and the staff of Slashgear offered up the visual proof for fans to enjoy.
At first glance, many of you eagerly waiting to get your hands on this futuristic and sleek performance car wonder what a rear-wheel-drive number is doing on the ice. It’s not just the red-hot footage that you get of the car prancing around in style, there’s also a hard-core evaluation underway to allow Maserati to pinpoint techniques for cold engine starting, the performance of numerous parts, and suspension tuning against slippery-lower grip surfaces. The MC20 looks fiery and from a carbon-inspired futuristic dream, adding a perfect visual contrast to the snowy white location. It boasts a brand-new, rear-mounted 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 that makes 621 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque.
Aptly named with affection to the title of “Nettuno”, the new engine works fiercely and tirelessly to produce 207.6 horsepower per liter, officially allowing for its place in the auto world as one of the most potent engines in a modern car. It can spin at 8,000 rpm, and sports direct gasoline injection, double-overhead cams with 24 valves, two spark plugs for each cylinder, and an amazing innovative passive pre-chamber ignition system derived from a Formula 1 engine. This massive and meticulously-created machine boasts a top speed of 202 mph and gets to 60 mph in under 2.9 seconds.
Every single detail has been scrutinized regarding the MC20’s weight, as a carbon-fiber monocoque frame and carbon-fiber body panels help massively with a resulting weight of under 3.300 lbs and an astonishing power-to-weight ratio of 5.3 lbs/hp. An all-electric model will be available next year, and you’ll be able to select from either coupe or convertible body styles near the end of this year. It’s very exciting to be situated awaiting the official release of this model that Car and Driver claims will “undoubtedly herald a renaissance”.
The “20” marks the year and the “MC” stands for “Maserati Corse”, bearing along with it the exciting confirmation that our brand will return to grand spectacle motorsports with this car. Chief engineer Luigi Sciaretta has officially confirmed that the MC20’s EV version will direct power to all four wheels, and be even faster than the gas model. The very elegant exterior design completed by boss Klaus Busse puts polycarbonate engine cover louvers directly to work releasing hot air and achieving an incredibly wicked appearance. Stay tuned here to check up on specifics regarding important dates, and all of the other ways the MC20 is poised to scorch through the thrilling supercar universe.
2021 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo Tempts Masses With a Taste of Ferrari-Sourced V8, Fiery Persona
The current state of the automotive market remains heartily in love with trucks and SUVs, and we still have a massive amount of faith in the traditional sedan’s stance and delivery here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis. The Car and Driver staff agreed right off the bat that the 2021 Ghibli Trofeo may come with a bit of risk, but is well worth the leap of faith. The Maserati namesake has long commanded a high amount of reverence, and the Trofeo is very understandably Italian for “trophy”.
The Ghibli begins with a Ferrari-derived twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V8 with 580 horsepower, and 538 lb-ft of torque. Power is then sent to two wheels, and a launch-control system is on deck to go to work with the excellent ZF 8-speed automatic transmission. One simply selects the “Corsa” driving mode and releases the brake, and the car races forward in an all-out frenzy that reaches 60 mph in just 4 short seconds. This form of launch control allows for a bit of wheel spin, and as you progress you will hit (not that we recommend it!) 203 mph as an enthralling top speed.
Right on par with the lofty claims for the massively-powered Charger Hellcat Redeye, the Ghibli Trofeo is a means of achieving the same speed results with a decidedly-higher luxury factor. The Car and Driver test crew took their borrowed Ghibli to the high-desert Willow Springs Raceway outside of Los Angeles, where it was noticeably adept and relatively easy to plant at the ideal point of each corner. While engaged in Corsa mode, the stability control does not have as controlling a grip, and the thrust out of corners leads to insanely-fun and borderline-vicious thrills.
For the 2021 model, a restyled grille and brand-new boomerang taillights added a new sense of flair, as well as some carbon fiber pieces and a few red accents that visually make way for the massive V8 residing under the hood. There is now a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen inside including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and shifting is done from large-sized paddles on the steering wheel. The analog gauges are a pleasant change in an era obsessed with overly digital displays, and we firmly believe that this addition to our fine marquee that has proven to be ultimately resilient and deeply character-driven.
The Trofeo models are by all means the most powerful and stunning in the Maserati lineup, and slalom courses, hard launches, and laps around wonderfully-oversized tracks are all in order with such an aggressive and fine-tuned sedan. With the incoming batches of all-electric cars soon making their permanent mark on dealers everywhere, the entire automotive world will see massive change, and the Ghibli remains as one of the last remaining sentiments of the most exciting connection to the road that can be found. A word that only comes with proximity to the Alps or Mediterranean, all of us at Maserati are churning out the best and most jaw-dropping models of our career!
There is no more fitting location than the streets of Modena to begin the task of seeing how the Maserati Grecale handles and behaves, while the smaller sibling to the Levante will usher in an exciting and wonderfully-driving new era. These spy shots offered up by guru car experts Autoblog have given many anxious viewers a good idea of what direction the style is leaning towards, as well as showing how the front end is brandishing an oval grill with a shape similar to what is seen on the MC20.
The proportions at a glance are reminiscent of the Levante’s, and it is admittedly just a touch difficult to tell exactly what is underneath the camouflage. Many of the well-versed experts we have talked to here at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis have wondered aloud if the Grecale will share its basic underpinnings with the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, which has enjoyed heaps of praise as one of the best-driving SUVs in existence out there today. This coming-soon and destined to be sensational SUV could arrive with both 4 and 6-cylinder engine types available, and one may even be the game-changing and precisely-tuned Netuno that will reside under the hood of the MC20.
There will soon be an epic world tour seeing the Grecale put through the various ropes of bitter cold, triple-digit heat, challenging race tracks, and the daunting demands of off-road terrain. Production Is scheduled to begin after the official unveiling later this year in Cassino, Italy for eventual incoming presence as a 2022 model. The Grecale will be available with a gas engine as well as a hybrid powertrain and all-electric option, and the suspense level is at an all-time high regarding whether or not the 2.9-liter V6 that’s featured in the Stelvio Quadrifoglio may also be present under the hood.
The BMW X3 and Porsche Macan are two of the very fierce competitors that will be constantly sizing up the Grecale, and each Maserati model lives up to our longstanding tradition of allowing the driver’s unique colors to fly freely. As our various releases have been named after different winds that make their way to the balmy Mediterranean Sea, the practicality and everyday drive satisfaction the Grecale offers won’t disappoint.
This new SUV was first confirmed 3 years ago as an integral part of an in-depth product line-up, and we will also be proudly soon introducing a new-generation Levante and Quattroporte that will both be available with an electric powertrain. As the world spirals in a positive direction and begins a recovery along with revitalization, a spry-and-sensational new Maserati SUV will no doubt solidify a bit of much-needed wind in the well-versed car connoisseurs sails!
MC20 Graced With “Most Beautiful Supercar of The Year” Award Courtesy of DuPont Registry
Last week in Paris, the Festival Automobile international live-streamed their yearly gathering, an event that provides the car-loving masses with examples of some of the world’s best-looking and highest-performing vehicles. The winner of the “Most Beautiful Car” category was our Italian purebred Maserati MC20, sporting a V6 powertrain that wasn’t shared in regards to technology this time around from our close friends at Ferrari. The 2.9-liter twin-turbo on-board cranks out 630 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque, it stunningly reaches the 60 mph mark in just 2.9 seconds.
Boasting an absolutely amazing outer shell and a top speed of 203 mph, the MC20’s public reveal also won the title of World’s Best Event. 500 very special guests were hand-picked and exclusively invited to Modena last fall where an amazing production at this historic landmark incorporated augmented reality and an extra-large projection screen of nearly 7,000 feet. The next day, the entire downtown of Modena and the landmark Viale Ciro Menotti manufacturing plant were decorated in special graphics to celebrate the history of our monumental and unique brand.
This was a huge win, as the International Festival of Events and Live Communication judged nearly every single live awards ceremony that took place last year while we pulled out all the stops for this memorable milestone in our history. Weighing just 3,307 lbs, the power-to-weight ratio is best-in-class, and everywhere you look on the MC20 there is inspiration drawn from our long touring history. There are butterfly doors that are not present on the MC12, adding an extra touch of ergonomics and aerodynamics that were perfected during over 2,000 hours spent in the Dallara Wind Tunnel. Resulting in a historic and memorable creation with a drag coefficient under 0.38, every last detail has been scrutinized to perfect the connection the driver has to the car.
Once inside and ready to take on the road in this grand leap towards the future we will offer at Jim Butler Maserati of St Louis, all of the functions necessary for an exhilarating drive are much closer to reach than other “budget-minded supercar” builds such as the new mid-engined C8 Corvette. There is one ten-inch screen for the instruments and other for the multimedia, wireless smartphone charger, carbon fiber center console, and an on-board connection activated at all times for navigation, Alexa, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
The title-winner of the world’s most gorgeous car will be eventually available in both coupe and convertible, and we will stand by our eco-conscious promise to eventually see an MC20 supercar. Pushing the boundaries of time was always the dominating idea with the MC20, which was designed to be feather light while boasting power to render it lightning-fast. It was more than a year ago already that marked the first series of spy shots published depicting a highly-modified Alfa Romeo 4C test mule, with a much wider track: the unique stories that will be told after each heart-pounding lap in the MC20 will surely keep well-deserved space in your virtual performance log for many inspiring and adventure-rich laps during ownership!
Many amazing journalists see the Maserati brand as affluent and eye-catching before they even have the pleasure of getting behind the wheel. With Valentine’s day fast approaching consumer’s maybe looking for just such a gift. February brings about the 1st in-depth look at Q1 for the year, time to ramp up all business efforts, and a bit of a sleepy and dazed sensation all around, but Valentine’s is undoubtedly an evening that the most important one in your life should remember for many years to come.
The 2021 Maserati Levante GTS makes its way onto the crossover SUV scene with its heftily-oversized front fascia, curvy exterior, and unmistakable Trident logo. The writers on staff at the Troy Record took a three-hour road trip across New York state with the Levante on a test drive and immediately fell in love with the way the 22-inch wheels handled on the highway. As the crew approached the mountains, the air ride suspension noticeably worked in their favor by not allowing every little road imperfection to affect them and providing a sense of continuous cushioning.
The on board Highway Assist Feature offered up it’s own defined and unique brand of level 2 autonomy. This is future tech is powered by radar sensors and a forward-facing camera not only keeps you safe but helps maintain distance between you and the vehicle situated in front. Combined with a heightened sense of luxury, accentuated with the comfortable extra-padded leather seats, an 8.4-inch infotainment system, and a massive array of extra comfort settings makes the 2021 Levante one smooth ride.
As soon as you get used to taking an SUV this nice out daily, you are going to find yourself needing to consistently take in just how inspiring clear and pristine-sounding tunes are once you hit the road. The Levante GTS comes with a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system, with the option to upgrade to a 17-speaker Bowers and Wilkins number to energize and amp up anything from your favorite podcast to the latest and greatest album. The available 550 horsepower under the hood delivers great amounts of performance right away, and compared to just about any other crossover in existence possesses the performance note that wins over any other “piping and lucid dream” you can stack it up against.
After over a century of providing grand touring enthusiasts with cars that go above and beyond in every imaginable way, we wanted to transform a vehicle that is most often put to use for hauling and getting through “life happens” occurrences into something always weighing in above par. Some would argue that a track-ready SUV does not have a place and firm fit for today’s driver, yet every enthusiastic owner we talk to reinforces our admiration and the highest level of confidence for the Levante and its clandestine cornering abilities.
The Maserati MC20 was unveiled earlier in 2020 and everyone here at Jim Butler Maserati is on the edge of our seats in anticipation. Excitingly, the MC20 undergoing the final testing phases to assure that it lives up to its expectations. After every corner driven through notes taken about steering, how the suspension feels, and raw power are all taken into consideration when roaring repeatedly around the track at exhilarating speeds. Thanks to expert YouTuber Varryx, there is now a video up that shows the MC20 doing laps at the Fiorano race track where brand-new Ferrari models get their chops in before official completion.
If you watch closely you can witness the MC20 doing power slides, living proof that this concept-turned-reality is going to provide the most enthusiastic and knowledgeable car gurus with a purist’s form of connection and fun that promises to be thrilling. Officially unveiled in September of 2020 and scheduled to go into production during 2021, this is the definitive flagship car to exist since our prized MC12 was discontinued in 2005. Screeching out of the pits with a twin-turbo V6 under the hood co-developed with Ferrari, the MC20 will mark Maserati’s return to racing, as the MC12 did when it first arrived.
It bodes well that the track during this video shoot is just a little damp, as it provides the opportunity to show just how sharp the car handles. The MC20 is definitely not on the small side of the size category and the noticeably precise handling is not just evident during straightaways: this video portrays how the car takes care of itself on corners. When a professional style track is driven on for the first time by even the most sophisticated of car owners, they are usually always surprised that they cannot even get within 30 seconds a lap of an experienced driver during their first time out.
This even includes those who have gone on to be champions, and had to slowly but surely make their way around the track while building confidence. This is akin to riding on a ski lift while watching the riders underneath thinking “are they really going that fast?” and once you embark on the slope yourself, see that they are. A collaboration with motorsports engineering company Dallahara has produced a carbon-fiber structure with aluminum subframes that provide an amazingly efficient and lightweight solution for the suspension and powertrain.
Minimizing the weight on hand is just one of the items that ultimately set up the MC20 for high performance. Turning many heads along the way, it is a perfect time for the model to practice laps around this track and be seen in public, and we guarantee that the “Nettuno” setup borrowing the twin-combustion system from Formula 1 race cars will delightfully trounce many world-class locations such as this one very soon.
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