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Meet The Maserati MC20 Cielo The Convertible Supercar That' ll Undercut Ferrari
May. 26, 2022 12:43 AM ET by Chase Bierenkoven Reveal / 13 Comments It's also not much heavier than the coupe. Sometimes, convertible versions of sports and supercars are unjustly dismissed by enthusiasts. They're often heavier and less structurally rigid. Those usually aren't things you'd want in a purpose-built car meant to set impressive times at the local track day. Thankfully, technology has progressed to the point where those factors can often be mitigated, if not eliminated. More on that later. So, with that in mind, meet the Maserati MC20 Cielo, the brand's drop-top MC20. Let's get the headline specs out of the way now: It's powered by the same 3.0-liter twin-turbo Nettuno V6 as the coupe. While Maserati doesn't quote power figures, we expect it will produce the same 621 horsepower and 538 lb-ft of torque as the coupe. The power is sent only to the rear wheels via an eight-speed DCT transmission. Maserati Maserati Maserati Maserati Mercifully, this convertible isn't massively heavier than the coupe, especially when you take into account the healthy power and torque figures. Maserati claims it's only 143 pounds heavier than the hardtop. The carbon fiber tub is identical to the one used in the coupe and upcoming EV, which helps eliminate the structural qualms we talked about earlier. Happily, the MC20's Instagram-worthy butterfly doors remain. Maserati says testing was done in a wind tunnel with the roof up and down to help refine the convertible's aerodynamic profile. Ideally, that means a pleasant, comfy experience with the top down at most speeds. Maserati says the top takes a mere 12 seconds to fold down. The soft top also houses a new electrochromic window that will transition from transparent to opaque via a button in the center screen menu. Maserati Maserati Maserati Maserati Broadly speaking, there isn't much that changes with the drop-top regarding styling. Many of you have already noticed the trident on the engine cover, which replaces the one stamped into the coupe's rear window. The color is new as well. Maserati calls it Acquamarina, which is part of the Maserati Fuoriserie customization program. The color is supposed to shift in the light, with the base layer comprised of a pastel grey, layered under an iridescent aquamarine mica. We imagine this is one of those colors you'll need to see in person to appreciate fully. Maserati has introduced some new safety and infotainment updates. These include automatic emergency braking, traffic sign recognition, and a 360-degree camera, so you don't curb those expensive wheels. The Cielo comes with Maserati's Sonus audio system, which has 12 speakers, as standard - impressive for a car this size. Maserati Maserati Maserati Maserati Additionally, Maserati has put some thought into the name, much like the coupe MC20. The MC still stands for Maserati Corse, with "20" referring to the year that began Maserati's "new era." Cielo translates to "sky" in English. From the looks of things, it would appear Maserati has managed to cut the top off the MC20 coupe without drastically changing the car. Such are the advantages of a carbon tub. Frankly, we expect the convertible will enhance the experience. The V6 in the coupe can be a little quiet at times, and this should help buyers enjoy that brand new Nettuno V6 a little more. Pricing hasn't been announced yet, but it will likely undercut the Ferrari F8 Spider. Maserati Maserati Maserati Maserati Join The Discussion
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Maserati MC20 Cielo Chase Bierenkoven Associate Editor Shortly before applying to law school, Chase decided to take a chance on pursuing his dream job: playing with cars and getting paid for it. Law school was just a means to an end, after all. His first writing job was freelance and barely paid his grocery bill. It quickly turned into a full-time position, eventually leading Chase to join CarBuzz in 2022. Chase now tests cars, and sits comfortably at the news desk when he's not in the driver's seat. In his spare time, Chase can be heard trying to play guitar, or out enjoying Colorado's natural splendor in his BMW M3. Contact Chase @bierenkoven @cbier823 LoginSign Up Home News Features Car Reviews Car Advice 2021 CarBuzz Awards New Cars Used Cars Future Cars Compare Cars Sell My Car Car Dealerships Buy Here Pay Here Used Car Reviews Popular Tags Cars # Video # TOP # Spy Shots # Reveal # Rumor # Auto Show # Supercar # Tuning # Car Culture # Industry News # Motorsport Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Make Acura Alfa Romeo Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bollinger Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lordstown Lotus Lucid Motors Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo By Car Type SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars By Price Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K Back To Top