The brand with the trident in the emblem introduced its new supercar after 15 years. The new Maserati MC20 will cost at least $ 210,000 (4.7 million crowns). The latest model of the Maserati MC12 supercar cost almost $ 800,000, but the car ceased production in 2005.
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Thanks to the lightweight carbon fiber and aluminum body, the new sports car can reach a top speed of 325 kilometers per hour and accelerate from 0 to 100 in less than three seconds. According to CNN, the Maserati MC20 is part of a long-term plan by Fiat Chrysler, which wants to regain its once strong performance.
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Back to the roots
“It was necessary for our strategy to start this new era by launching a sports car. It’s a car that will take us back to where we started, “said Maserati CEO Davide Grasso.
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The MC20 is completely developed by Maserati, including the unusual three-liter six-cylinder V6 engine with 630 horsepower. For a long time, all Maserati engines were manufactured by the Ferrari brand. Until 2015, the carmaker was part of Fiat Chrysler, as well as Maserati.
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There is also a pre-ignition chamber, which can be used or not used depending on the required power of the car. A similar system is common in Formula 1 racing engines. According to Maserati, the engine has extremely high power for its size, but it can still run quietly.
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The company also plans to introduce an electric version of the MC20 in 2022. Grasso said the carmaker will offer both electric and gasoline cars. Italians are also considering a roofless option.
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Maserati will go into production and pre-sale this year. However, those interested will see it in 2021 at the earliest.
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Since 1990, Maserati has been part of the Fiat Chrysler Group. Maserati was founded in Bologna, Italy in 1914 and was named after the founding brothers. Its current factory is located in Modena, Italy. The company pays attention to the performance, elegance and style of its cars with reference to the carmaker’s tradition, which is also met by the new MC20.
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