Maserati’s GranCabrio: The Convertible Variant of Maserati’s most well-known model For 17 years, the GranTurismo has been the gorgeous and suave Grand Tourer for Maserati. The first generation, with its high-revving, glorious, sounding V8, lasted from 2007 to 2019. Then, after a four-year hiatus, Maserati revealed an all-new GranTurismo as part of its rejuvenation line-up. Read More 2024 Maserati GranTurismo Recall: Dodgy Fuel Readings, How Wonderfully Italian The design of this car was brand new from the ground up featuring all-new MC20-inspired headlights at the front, a redesigned rear end and coming bespoke with all-wheel drive. Due to emissions, the Ferrari-derived V8 was gone and in its place were three options. The Folgore, the all-electric 751 horsepower atom bomb variant, which is easily the worst, especially given its 2.4-tonne weight. The true engines to for are undoubtedly the 3.0l twin-turbo Nettuno V6s. These, like with the V10 of the Type 4S Audi R8 come in two packages. The 483 horsepower Modena and the more potent 542 horsepower Trofeo. A year after the GranTurismo, came its convertible twin, the GranCabrio, with both Trofeo and Folgore variants available. And now, in 2025, the line-up is completed with the GranCabrio Modena. Styling and Pricing There’s no denying that the GranTurismo is aesthetically a beautiful car and turning it into a convertible is a risk in and of itself. With the roof off the new GranCabrio is truly a thing of beauty, capturing the curves and graces of Monica Bellucci. However things are a little less attractive with the roof up, it almost appears as though someone has pitched a tent on Lake Maggiore. Maserati offers a wide range of colours for the GranCabrio including the striking Verde Giada shade. Inside, the cabin screams Italian luxury with beautifully perforated leather seats, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, and a 3-D perforated carbon trio. The starting price of the GranCabrio Modena is $166,000, a reasonable starting point but like with all manufacturers, the price does increase should you choose options like the Sonus Faber system. Approachable Performance Being the Modena Variant, this particular GranCabrio receives the basic 483 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent through all four wheels through an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The result is 0-62mph in a reasonable 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 188mph. Not exactly stonking for a car of this type but approachable. And it’s not as though you get much of a soundtrack. This car isn’t one that shouts, it muffles as you drive along only enhanced with the optional sports exhaust. You do get a fair bit of grip from the all-wheel-drive system and a nice balance from the front engine layout but this isn’t what one would call a hardcore drivers car. Better off with the Trofeo There’s no denying the GranCabrio is a very lovely car. Sprightly, beautiful and beautifully trimmed. But the fact is, that overall, the GranCabrio or GranTurismo you really want is the Trofeo. It offers that bit more performance and can crack 200mph. That being said, the Modena is over $30,000 cheaper, so there’s that to consider. One thing is guaranteed, it is way better than the Folgore. F1rstMotors Facts and FiguresManufacturerMaserati S.p.AModelGranCabrio ModenaYear of Release2025Engine3.0L Twin-Turbo V6Horsepower483hpTorque443 lb–ft0–62mph (100km/h)4.0 secondsTop Speed188mph (303 km/h)Weight1,958kg (2.0 tonnes)Power to Weight242 hp per tonneGearbox8–speed AutomaticDriven WheelsAll Wheel DriveRivalsMercedes AMG SL63, BMW 8 Series Cabriolet, Porsche 911 Cabriolet Source: Maserati
