Maserati GranTurismo replaced in 2018 as coupe only, no convertible - CAR Magazine
Yes, the Maserati GranCabrio is being discontinued, according to Harald Wester. Why Maserati is axing the GranCabrio ‘The convertible will be discontinued,’ Wester told CAR. The new coupe will be a fully focused driver’s car - nimble, agile, responsive and stuffed with serious V8 power, not to mention a cascade of low-end torque. One of the unstated reasons that he can ditch the GranCabrio is that the new Alfieri coming in 2016 will add a convertible bodystyle a year later. Expect the latest suite of Modena firepower under the bonnet of the new GranTurismo replacement. The company’s V8 is the most likely power supply, but Maserati could fit its smaller V6 engines if it wants to increase volume in line with its ambitious sales targets swelling to 75,000 a year. Rear-drive only The new 2018 Maserati GranTurismo will be rear-wheel drive only, despite sharing the architecture of the new Ghibli and Quattroporte , which now offer four-wheel drive. ‘The future of Maserati has already begun with Ghibli and Quattroporte,’ Wester said. Source: www.carmagazine.co.uk
