The 2012 Maserati GranCabrio is designed for those who take pleasure from good taste and
who appreciate Italian power and elegance. However, they do not want to
be limited by using the car just as a couple or not being able to at
all because there is a new addition to the family. In the 2012 GranCabrio
the joy of sharing experiences reaches previously unattainable heights. The open-top, four seater Maserati Grancabrio offers the chance to share a
fantastic driving experience with those you love, one enhanced by top
quality materials, the aroma of prestigious woods and refined leather.
Gran Cabrio is Maserati’s exclusive take on the need to live exciting
experiences in company as opposed to the mania of owning things just
for the sake of it. The Maserati’s renowned traditions and experience, tying the new vehicle to
the GranTurismo concept and bringing to life past GranSports. At the
same time, the name underlines how much the car differs from every
model that has preceded it. The 2012 Maserati GranCabrio redefines the idea of a
cabriolet.
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The
2012 Maserati GranCabrio manages to be both dynamic and elegant. The car
draws its inspiration from the
Maserati GranTurismo, an example of the perfect
synthesis of modernity, sensuality and passion. The flanks also feature chrome elements that give the
2012 GranCabriosome added gloss. One particularly goodlooking feature is the
continuous chrome trim that encircles the cabin and integrates with the
third rear stop light. Towards the back of the car, the
triangular light cluster is formed by 96 LEDs with a wide diffuser that
further underlines the car’s athletic poise. This sporty feel is also
seen in the generous 20” wheel rims that reflect the Trident design.The
shape of the GranCabrio is the result of extensive aerodynamic testing
aimed at limiting the drag typical of droptop cars. The
GranCabrio
boasts a Cx coefficient that is one of the best in its class: 0.35 with
the hood up and 0.39 with it down. The spoiler and rear diffuser both
contribute to obtaining top draw roadholding.
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| 2012 Maserati GranCabrio |
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| 2012 Maserati GranCabrio |
The
2012 Maserati GranCabrio is powered by a 4.7 litre V8 that delivers 440
bhp, has a six-speed ZF automatic transmission and hydraulic torque
converter. The
Maserati GranCabrio features a six-speed, ZF automatic
transmission with a hydraulic torque converter to give extremely fluid
gear shifts while maintaining the characteristics of the sporty V8
engine. The transmission has four modes and is also fitted with
self-adapting control that adjusts the type of gear change to the
driving style and road conditions. In Manual mode, gear changes are sequentially made by the driver via the steering column mounted paddles or the gearstick.
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| 2012 Maserati GranCabrio Interior |
The engine on the 2012 Maserati GranCabrio is an eight cylinder, 4691cc
V90° capable of developing 440 bhp at 7000 rpm and with a peak torque
of 490 Nm at 4750 rpm. The power unit uses the advanced technology
typical of all
Maserati engines. This allows the declared power figures
to be reached, ensures smooth gear changes and a quiet engine. The
timing is actioned by two overhead camshafts per bank and four valves
per cylinder controlled by hydraulic tappets. The overhead camshafts on
the aspirated side are controlled by a low pressure, continual phase
variator, a technical solution that, together with the optimisation of
the combustion chamber, allows 82% of the maximum torque from 2500 rpm
for a superb overtaking, even in high gears.
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