Maserati introduces the world’s first luxury electric convertible, the GranCabrio Folgore, boasting a powerful 818-horsepower tri-motor powertrain and innovative design. Anticipated to redefine luxury driving, it combines cutting-edge technology with iconic Maserati style, offering a seamless transition between open-air cruising and enclosed comfort.
Maserati’s iconic GranCabrio makes a triumphant return, this time heralding a groundbreaking shift towards electric luxury with the introduction of the GranCabrio Folgore—the world’s premier production luxury convertible.
Resurrecting the revered GranCabrio nameplate, Maserati’s latest offering boasts a striking resemblance to its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart, powered by a formidable 542-horsepower rendition of the acclaimed Nettuno V6 engine.
Elevating automotive design to new heights, Maserati’s “contango” innovation seamlessly integrates the elongated hood and fender into a single, sleek entity, defining the GranCabrio Folgore’s distinctive aesthetic. Adorned with the iconic Trident emblem, vertical lights accentuate the vehicle’s modern allure, epitomizing Maserati’s contemporary design philosophy.
Underneath its stylish exterior lies a formidable 818-horsepower tri-motor powertrain, closely related to its GranTurismo Folgore coupe counterpart. Anticipated performance metrics, as reported by Car and Driver, include a blistering 0-60 mph acceleration time of 2.7 seconds, a quarter-mile sprint under 11.0 seconds, and an impressive driving range of approximately 240 miles per charge.
Setting new benchmarks in electric vehicle (EV) engineering, Maserati’s GranCabrio Folgore features an innovative 800-volt architecture and a unique T-shaped battery pack, ingeniously integrated within the transmission and driveline tunnel. This pioneering design ensures optimal weight distribution and enhances driving dynamics while maintaining a lower seating profile compared to traditional EV layouts.
The GranCabrio Folgore embodies the epitome of luxury and convenience, offering a seamless transition between open-air cruising and enclosed comfort. With the ability to deploy or retract the roof in mere seconds, intuitive controls via an 8.8-inch comfort display or manual operation at speeds of up to 31 mph ensure effortless operability.
Inside the cabin, passengers are treated to a wealth of technology and amenities, including an expansive 12.3-inch central display compatible with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or Baidu Carlife. A sophisticated 12.2-inch digital dashboard and customizable head-up display provide essential information at a glance, while a premium Sonus Faber sound system envelops occupants in unparalleled audio excellence.
As anticipation builds for its imminent release, pricing details remain undisclosed; however, industry experts estimate a starting price of approximately $220,000 when the Maserati GranCabrio Folgore arrives at dealerships late this year or in early 2025.
