Maserati has just launched the GT2 Stradale, the street version of the GT2 racing car. Basically, this car is developed based on the Maserati MC20. If the MC20 has a soft line, this new model inherits the ferocity of the GT2 racing car.
The GT2 Stradale inherits a series of details from the GT2 racing car, including larger air intakes, sporty air vents on the hood and wheel arches, and a large GT2 spoiler at the rear of the car. On the GT2 Stradale, the front and rear bumpers have a more beautiful and sleek appearance than the racing car. The high-performance sports car is also equipped with many carbon fiber details, from the rear spoiler to the air vents on the car. If customers prefer more carbon details, they can choose details such as the hood, mudguards, air intakes, and side skirts made of carbon.
The GT2 Stradale’s interior combines luxury with racing details. There are more exposed carbon fiber elements among the Alcantara surfaces. The steering wheel is thicker than the MC20’s, but has fewer buttons. Everything in the interior is placed within easy reach of the driver, including the 10.25-inch central display. A six-speaker stereo system comes standard, with a 12-speaker system available as an option.
The car is equipped with seats specifically designed for the GT2 Stradale, and these are made of double-layer carbon fiber with seat covers and Maserati offers two different sizes for buyers. The seats are manually adjustable to provide a lower seating position for better weight distribution. The car is equipped with an optional rear bar to allow for a four-point racing harness for track use. If the racing seats are not an option, customers can opt for the less aggressive sports seats.
The GT2 Stradale will be the most powerful road-going Maserati on the market. The twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter Nettuno V-6 engine has been tweaked, but only slightly, to produce 631 horsepower at 7,500 rpm and 533 pound-feet of torque. The car still uses an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and is still rear-wheel drive, but acceleration and top speed are improved because it’s also 130 pounds lighter on the road. Maserati says the 0-62 mph time is 2.8 seconds, and the GT2 Stradale is capable of a top speed of 200 mph.
At the front, the car uses a suspension similar to the GT2 race car. Various aerodynamic components create up to 500kg of downforce, and a range of driving modes make the most of it. Corsa mode sets everything up for the track and has sub-modes to gradually reduce the electronic intervention. However, if customers want a more performance-oriented experience, they can opt for the Performance Pack with Corsa Evo driving mode. This offers more customization to create what Maserati calls a “360-degree professional driving experience”.
The GT2 Stradale has officially debuted at The Quail during Monterey Car Week. Pricing and production have yet to be announced.
