Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale returns
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1st November, 2012
The GranTurismo MC Stradale, the road going version of Maserati’s
GranTurismo coupe, is back – with the oomph that is expected with this expensive model.
Glen Sealey, General Manager of Maserati Australia and New Zealand said “When it arrived last year it became, with
its 301 km/h top speed, the fastest Maserati ever sold in Australia and New Zealand. Such was the interest and demand for
this model, we have secured a small additional production run, but being Maserati we could not simply bring back what was
the 2011 benchmark Maserati, so for 2013 we have a new, more powerful GranTurismo MC Stradale and with it, a new
benchmark for Maserati performance.”
One thing that hasn’t changed, despite the time gap, more power and additional equipment, is the price. The Maserati
GranTurismo MC Stradale is priced at $364,900*.
Powered by a new variant of the Maserati 4.7 litre V8 engine that pumps out 338 kW and 520 Nm of torque. Whilst it
cannot outperform many sporty cars, the GranTurismo MC Stradale does the dash to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds. Where legal, it
has a potential top speed of 302 km/h. The improvements to achieve this new level of power and torque include the
development of a new engine map to optimise the combustion parameter and the adjustment of the management of variable
valve timing at high engine speeds, plus, not least, the redesign of the pistons to strengthen them so they may easily
cope with the power boost.
The visual aspect of the GranTurismo and the operatic sound of its engine will immediately identify an approach of the
MC Stradale, with the eagle-eyed Maserati enthusiast spotting the 2013 variant thanks to its new LED daylight running
lights enclosed in the new headlight cluster at the front. From the rear, the LED taillights in their smoked ‘Fumè’ lens
covers are new for 2013.
Compared to the GranTurismo Sport, on which the MC Stradale is based, major changes have been made with its race-bred
heritage and this is highlighted by a 110 kg weight reduction, with its dry weight down to 1,670 kg. The MC Stradale
mirrors the advantages Maserati has in racing by retaining the optimal 48%/52% weight distribution to ensure ideal
handling balance and even tyre wear.
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The Maserati GranTurismo MC Stadale uses advanced electronics to slash gear-shift times from the upgraded MC Race
Shift electro-actuated transaxle gearbox to just 60 milliseconds. It is also the first Maserati to have a dedicated Race
mode to add to its upgraded Automatic and Sport modes in a simplified dash lay out. It produces more aerodynamic down
force without producing more aerodynamic drag, it produces more power without using more fuel and it is more agile.
The GranTurismo is claimed to possess a degree of refinement and while extensive changes have been made to the
suspension, which is lower and fitted with larger anti-roll bars; this has been done without sacrificing the GranTurismo
Sport’s ride quality.
With the removal of the rear seats, it is the first two-seat Maserati since the MC12. It has also benefited from new
Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes, custom-developed Pirelli tyres, a unique suspension lay out and carbon-fibre, race-inspired
seats.
Visually, the GranTurismo MC Stradale has changes made to the front and rear bumpers, the front guards, the bonnet and
the boot lid, aimed at boosting down force and aiding engine and brake cooling. Inside materials derived from the racing
variants, in the shape of carbon fibre and Alcantara, are used extensively. Carbon fibre racing seats are standard and
the instrument pack has been changed to allow for the changes to the car’s dynamic systems.
The result of these changes is to produce a car with three distinct characters. In race mode, the MC Stradale is
poised and ready for track days or the most demanding roads with every response and element of the car finessed to the
highest level for instant response. In Sport mode the epic performance is fully available but delivered in a more subtle
manner, making it suitable for everyday use, with the responses of a sports car and the comfort of a continent-swallowing
grand touring car. Auto mode is, to all extents and purposes, stealth mode, with the performance and ability available
but hiding behind a veil of relaxed comfort, quietness and refinement.
Deliveries of the Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale have now begun with a recommended manufacturer's list price of
$364,900*.
Changes to the Maserati GranTurismo to transform it into the MC Stradale
- Exterior Changes
- Air intakes on the bonnet
- New side skirts
- New front bumper with new aerodynamic splitter
- Integrated boot lid lip spoiler
- Revised rear bumper with Splitter
- Exhaust pipes reposition to allow larger rear splitter
- New front guards with trailing edge vertical air vents
- 20 inch wheels with new Pirelli P-zero Corse tyres
- Interior Changes
- Front carbon fibre seats
- Alcantara and leather upholstery
- Redesigned main instrument cluster
- Weight reduced by 110 kg
- Flow formed 20 inch alloy wheels: - 5 kg
- Wiring optimisation: - 2 kg
- Sound insulation reduction: - 25 kg
- Two seat configuration: - 16 kg
- Carbon Fibre front seats: - 26 kg
- Sealing and body optimisation: - 12 kg
- Carbon Ceramic Brembo brakes: - 18 kg
- Exhaust System: - 6 kg
- Aerodynamic improvements
- Front: 25% more down force at 200 km/h
- Rear: 50% more down force at 200 km/h
- No change in the drag co-efficient, despite extra down force
- New Driving modes
- Race
- Gearchanges in 60 milliseconds
- Gearchange mode: Manual shift
- Exhaust silencer by pass: Open at all engine speeds
- Sequential Downshifting
- Sharper response from the accelerator
- Sport
- Gearchanges in 100 milliseconds
- Gearchange mode: Manual shift
- Exhaust silencer by pass: Open over 4,000 rpm
- Auto
- Gearchanges in 140 milliseconds
- Gearchange mode: Automatic shift
- Exhaust silencer by pass: Closed
- Engine, compared to 2011 MC Stradale
- Up 7 kW to 338 kW
- Up 20 Nm to 520 Nm
- Fuel consumption: down 13% to 14.4 l/100 km compared to the GranTurismo Sport
- 80% of torque available from 2,500 rpm
- Suspension/Chassis
- 8% stiffer springs
- Front roll bar increased from 20 to 25 mm
- Ride height lowered
- 10 mm at the front
- 12 mm at the rear
- Tyres – new Pirelli P-Zero Corsa
- Front: Up from 245/35 to 255/35
- Rear: Up from 285/35 to 295/35
- Brakes – New Brembo Carbon Ceramic
- First production Maserati with Carbon Ceramic brakes
- New brake cooling system and heat extraction vents
- Front: 380 mm x 34 mm with six piston callipers
- Rear: 360 mm x 32 mm with four piston callipers
- Braking distance, down 6% for 100 kmh to Zero, now 33 metres
NOTE: * Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges
(commonly known as on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change
without notice, as are the specifications.
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