What is it?
The MC20 is Maserati's first mid-engine supercar since the MC12 of 2004 and the first ground-up Maserati with an in-house engine in three decades. Carbon-fibre monocoque by Dallara, double-wishbone suspension, sub-1,500 kg dry. Powertrain is the 3.0L twin-turbo Nettuno V6 with F1-derived pre-chamber combustion (463 kW, 730 Nm) driving the rear wheels through an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission with eLSD. Coupe, Cielo retractable hardtop, and the upcoming Folgore tri-motor full EV.
The lineup runs from MC20 Coupe at $478,000 plus on-roads, through to MC20 Folgore at null plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 3 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
In-house Nettuno V6 with Formula 1-derived pre-chamber combustion, a world-first in production. Dallara carbon monocoque keeps dry weight under 1,500 kg, lighter than every rival. Cielo's electrochromic glass roof is a genuine class-leading party trick.
3-year warranty is short for the asking price. Folgore launch timing and Australian pricing not officially confirmed. Cabin tech is deliberately minimal but feels under-specified versus Porsche or McLaren. Dealer network is small.
Should you buy the MC20?
Reasons to buy
- In-house Nettuno V6 with Formula 1-derived pre-chamber combustion, a world-first in production. Dallara carbon monocoque keeps dry weight under 1,500 kg, lighter than every rival. Cielo's electrochromic glass roof is a genuine class-leading party trick.
- Warranty: 3 years, unlimited km.
- 100 L (frunk) + 50 L (rear) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- 3-year warranty is short for the asking price. Folgore launch timing and Australian pricing not officially confirmed. Cabin tech is deliberately minimal but feels under-specified versus Porsche or McLaren. Dealer network is small.
- You want a confirmed PHEV powertrain today (296 GTB, Artura), a longer factory warranty, or the dealer support network of Porsche, Ferrari or McLaren.
- After-sales parts wait times can stretch given the small Australian dealer footprint. Folgore-specific cabin tech and EV displays will arrive with the local Folgore launch, confirm spec with your dealer before signing.
- Top trim climbs to $528,000 plus on-roads.
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