Maserati Media Drive in Trieste for New GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale
Maserati hosted over 100 journalists in Trieste for the dynamic debut of its new GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale models.
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- 590 hp
- 530 hp
- 3.8 seconds
What Happened
From July 12 to 25, 2026, Maserati held an exclusive Driving Experience in Trieste, Italy, for over 100 journalists from around the world. The event served as the dynamic debut for the updated GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale, with routes along the Adriatic coast, the Collio hills, and the Karst countryside. Participants drove on sections of the historic Trieste-Opicina hill climb, which Maserati won three times in the 1950s and 1960s.
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The 3.0-liter Nettuno V6 delivers 40 hp more than the previous generation, with 650 Nm of torque and a top speed beyond 320 km/h.
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The 530-hp Grecale Trofeo V6 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h and reaches a top speed of 285 km/h.
“A border city and cultural crossroads, Trieste provided the ideal backdrop for the dynamic debut of our three new models. On these roads, steeped in legendary motorsport history, our guests experienced firsthand what Maserati’s vision of 'Italian Gran Turismo' means today.”
Franco Bordoni wins in a Maserati 300 S
Adolfo Tedeschi wins in a Maserati 200 SI Spider
Mennato Boffa wins in a Maserati Tipo 60 'Birdcage'
The media drive also included a session on the Maserati Fuoriserie customization program and an exclusive visit to ITS Arcademy - Museum of Art in Fashion, Italy's first museum dedicated to contemporary fashion. These activities highlighted Maserati's focus on bespoke craftsmanship and design. Additionally, the event was part of the brand's centenary celebrations, which have included a grand tour from China and debuts at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Previously from Maserati S.p.A.
The updated GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale were first publicly shown at the Goodwood Festival of Speed earlier in July 2026. The media drive in Trieste is part of Maserati's broader centenary celebrations, which also included a 15,000-km grand tour from China to Italy.
- Maserati unveils Project GT4 race car and new GranTurismo, GranCabrio, Grecale at Goodwood 2026
- Maserati China-Italy Grand Tour Ends in Modena After 15,000 km Journey
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of Maserati S.p.A.'s official releases.
Why this matters
The event marks the centenary of Maserati's Trident logo and its first motorsport victory, showcasing updated models with the more powerful Nettuno V6 engine. For enthusiasts and potential buyers, it demonstrates Maserati's commitment to blending performance, luxury, and Italian craftsmanship, while the media drive reinforces the brand's global presence and heritage.
Terms in This Story
- Nettuno V6
- Maserati's twin-turbocharged V6 engine featuring pre-chamber combustion technology derived from Formula 1.
- Fuoriserie
- Maserati's bespoke customization program that allows customers to personalize their vehicles with unique materials and finishes.
- Gran Turismo
- An Italian term meaning 'grand tour,' referring to a luxury high-performance coupe designed for long-distance driving in comfort.
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