For over a century, Maserati has been mastering a specific art form: the Italian grand tourer. Now, as its iconic Trident badge celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, the Modena-based house is executing a bold pivot toward the future – without losing the soul that has defined it for 112 years.
The latest iterations of the GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale for the 2027 model year represent a profound evolution. This isn’t just an update; it's a recalibration of luxury performance, balancing elite Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering.
“With the new Trident range, we are strengthening the distinctive quality that has always defined us: Italian Gran Turismo,” says Santo Ficili, Maserati’s COO. “For over 112 years, we have interpreted contemporary luxury in a distinctive way and aim to grow further in this segment, expanding our product offering and investing in the technologies that best express its character: from the development of iconic powertrains such as the V6 Nettuno to the evolution of the performance of the Folgore range, with a technological strategy aligned with the expectations of our customers.”
This milestone year also honors a legendary bloodline. As well as a century of the Trident emblem, it’s the anniversary of Alfieri Maserati’s historic victory at the 1926 Targa Florio behind the wheel of the Tipo 26. That direct link between motorsport and the road remains unbroken.
The new design language, initially forged on the track with the hyper-exclusive MCXtrema, now breathes directly through the lines of the new road-going lineup. All its cars now feature more horizontal, sharper, and more aggressive front ends – first brought to the road with GT2 Stradale, and refined with the MC20 replacement, the MCPURA.
The Purest Expression of the Grand Tourer
At the core of the brand's identity sit the GranTurismo and GranCabrio – two machines engineered for crossing continents at high speeds with unmistakable Italian flair. While the GranTurismo remains the definitive luxury coupe, the GranCabrio translates that experience into a proper four-seat, open-air cockpit, insulated by a bespoke fabric soft top engineered for perfect acoustic and thermal serenity.
Maserati has dialed up both the aesthetics and the muscle for the new model year: The flagship Trofeo variants now extract a fierce 582 horsepower from Maserati’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 Nettuno engine – a 20-hp bump over the previous year. Armed with 457 lb-ft of torque, the engine utilizes Formula 1-derived pre-chamber combustion for immediate, explosive throttle response.
For those who view a luxury car as a canvas, Maserati’s Fuoriserie customization program has been dramatically expanded. The exterior palette welcomes seven sophisticated new shades, including Green Jupiter Matte, Blu Denim, and Oro Lirico. Inside, the cabin can be tailored with rich Bordeaux leathers, Nude Alcantara, and deep Mahogany trim. GranCabrio buyers can even customize the fabric of the soft top itself through the specialized Bespoke program.
Dual Philosophies: Nettuno V6 vs Folgore Electric
Maserati continues to offer its innovative internal combustion engines as well as full-electric options. The electric Folgore variants represent the cutting edge of EV engineering, utilizing an advanced 800-volt architecture. Driven by three electric motors, the system unleashes a staggering 751+ horsepower. Features include:
- Dynamic Handling: Two rear motors deliver precise, instantaneous torque vectoring.
- Low-Slung Physics: Instead of a heavy floor-pan slab, the 92.5-kWh battery uses a unique ‘T-bone’ layout, preserving the car's ultra-low center of gravity and classic sports car proportions.
- Blistering Velocity: The GranTurismo Folgore maxes out at 202 mph, while the GranCabrio Folgore claims the title of the fastest fully electric cabriolet in its segment at 180 mph.
- Range & Efficiency: A revised energy management algorithm extends the GranTurismo Folgore’s range beyond 250 miles, while an innovative AWD Disconnect system physically decouples the front axles in 500 milliseconds to maximize cruising efficiency.
For the internal combustion purists, the continuous refinement of the gas-powered Nettuno V6 ensures that mechanical emotion and a roaring exhaust note remain readily available.
The Grecale: Elevating its Luxury SUV
The updated Maserati Grecale proves that utilitarian capability doesn't require sacrificing the soul of a grand tourer. The Grecale also arrives with a redesigned front fascia – lower, wider, and visually tethered to the brand's supercar lineup. Inside, the cabin is an exercise in tactile luxury, blending premium leathers, open-pore woods, and raw carbon fiber with a redesigned steering wheel and an updated digital clock.
The big news for the lineup is the introduction of a 385-horsepower iteration of the Nettuno V6, bridge-gapping the lineup with this F1-derived combustion technology. Meanwhile, the Grecale Trofeo remains the undisputed heavyweight, pumping out 523 horsepower and rocketing from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds on its way to a 177 mph top speed.
For the eco-conscious luxury buyer, the all-electric Grecale Folgore sees major software updates, boasting enhanced range via optimized aerodynamics and smarter energy algorithms.
Digital Innovation, Conscious Luxury
The modern Maserati ownership experience begins long before the keys are handed over. A new, cinematic online configurator uses photorealistic digital rendering to match the in-dealership design studio experience. Clients can visualize custom Fuoriserie stitching and paint finishes across any device with flawless accuracy.
Furthermore, luxury at Maserati is becoming more mindful. Interior leathers are now sourced exclusively from suppliers certified by the Leather Working Group, ensuring the brand's signature opulence meets rigorous global sustainability standards.
Maserati tells duPont REGISTRY that the first of the ICE-powered models are planned for delivery to the United States in October, with the BEV Folgore models following soon after in December.
These vehicles represent far more than a routine model-year update. As Maserati honors a century of the Trident, this lineup proves that the future of Italian luxury isn't about conformity – it's about marrying breathtaking beauty with raw, emotional performance.
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