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Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio Sport unveiled

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The new Maserati GranTurismo and GranCabrio Sport models debuted at this year’s edition of the Geneva Motor Show. Under the bonnet of the Italian model we find a powerful 4.7-liter V8 able to deliver 453 horsepower and 520 Nm of torque, a slightly improvements over the previous model.

When coupled to a semi-automatic transmission, the 0-100 km/h sprint is achieved in 4,7 seconds while the top speed is rated at 300 km/h.

Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport
Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport

On the other hand, the ZF six-speed automatic transmission adds 0,1 seconds to the 0-100 km/h acceleration while the top speed is 298 km/h.

Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport
Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport

This gearbox uses the MC Auto Shift technology also found in previous models bearing Maserati’s badge. In terms of appearance, the new Italian models benefit from new front and rear bumpers with air intakes, LED headlights, new grille and 20-inch Astro Design alloy wheels.

Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport
Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport

Inside, the Italians improved the legroom, modified the seats and redesigned the steering wheel. A new Brembo braking system with cast iron slotted and perforated discs ensure the safety at high speeds. Pricing and availability details to be released in the near future.

Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport
Maserati GranTurismo/GranCabrio Sport
Andrei Ursu
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Andrei is one of the oldest automotive journalists of Automotorblog and has written more than 3000 articles for our publication. He has been passionate about cars since he was a small child, and he joined our team of writers in 2009. In addition to his passion for cars, he is also passionate about music. In his free time, he composes songs and sings them, which also brought him real success in the musical field.

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