The Maserati GT2 Stradale is a striking new supercar that blends track-ready performance with road-legal practicality, unveiled to the world on August 16, 2024, at The Quail during Monterey Car Week in California.
The debut of the road-legal version of the GT2 that took the House of the Trident back to the track in the closed-wheel championships was christened in Andalusia with a driving experience dedicated to the main stakeholders and customers worldwide. They had the opportunity to test its mettle both on roads out of town and on the track, to emphasise both the souls of the super sports car: racing DNA and the comfort typical of the House of the Trident.
From the charming city of Marbella, the test drive route wound its way through the panoramic curves of the Parque Nacional Sierra de las Nieves to arrive at the private Ascari circuit near Ronda, the pearl of Andalusia. The 5,425 metres of the track named after the Italian Formula 1 world champion driver – who also raced with Maserati – recall the brand's iconic heritage.
Under the hood, it’s powered by an enhanced version of the MC20’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 “Nettuno” engine, now tuned to produce 640 horsepower—10 more than the standard MC20—making it the most powerful road-legal combustion engine Maserati offers. That extra grunt, paired with a 132-pound (60 kg) weight reduction, brings the dry weight down to around 3,000 pounds (1,365 kg). The result? A 0-62 mph sprint in just 2.8 seconds and a top speed exceeding 200 mph (some sources peg it at 201 mph). The power routes through an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission to the rear wheels, keeping things lively.
What sets the GT2 Stradale apart is its track-inspired engineering. It borrows heavily from the GT2 racer, with aggressive aerodynamics generating up to 1,102 pounds (500 kg) of downforce at 174 mph, thanks to a massive adjustable rear wing (three settings: low, mid, high drag), a redesigned diffuser, and a “shark nose” front end with a wider grille for better cooling. The suspension is race-tuned, and it rolls on 20-inch center-lock forged wheels wrapped in sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires (optional with the Performance Pack). Carbon-ceramic brakes are standard, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential is available to sharpen cornering precision.
Customization is a big deal here, with Maserati’s Fuoriserie program offering unique paint options (like Matte Bianco Audace or Grigio Lamiera Matte) and extra carbon-fiber bits.
This car isn’t just a souped-up MC20—it’s Maserati flexing its motorsport heritage while proving it can hang with rivals like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS or Ferrari 296 GTB. It’s louder, lighter, and more focused, yet keeps enough polish to avoid being a one-trick pony.
Whether it’s worth the premium depends on how much you crave that track-to-road thrill.
The debut of the road-legal version of the GT2 that took the House of the Trident back to the track in the closed-wheel championships was christened in Andalusia with a driving experience dedicated to the main stakeholders and customers worldwide. They had the opportunity to test its mettle both on roads out of town and on the track, to emphasise both the souls of the super sports car: racing DNA and the comfort typical of the House of the Trident.
From the charming city of Marbella, the test drive route wound its way through the panoramic curves of the Parque Nacional Sierra de las Nieves to arrive at the private Ascari circuit near Ronda, the pearl of Andalusia. The 5,425 metres of the track named after the Italian Formula 1 world champion driver – who also raced with Maserati – recall the brand's iconic heritage.
Maserati GT2 Stradale
It’s essentially a street-going version of Maserati’s GT2 race car, built on the foundation of the already impressive MC20. This car is designed to deliver a visceral driving experience while still being usable for everyday scenarios, a balance Maserati has aimed to strike by fusing racing DNA with the refinement expected from the Trident badge.Under the hood, it’s powered by an enhanced version of the MC20’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 “Nettuno” engine, now tuned to produce 640 horsepower—10 more than the standard MC20—making it the most powerful road-legal combustion engine Maserati offers. That extra grunt, paired with a 132-pound (60 kg) weight reduction, brings the dry weight down to around 3,000 pounds (1,365 kg). The result? A 0-62 mph sprint in just 2.8 seconds and a top speed exceeding 200 mph (some sources peg it at 201 mph). The power routes through an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission to the rear wheels, keeping things lively.
What sets the GT2 Stradale apart is its track-inspired engineering. It borrows heavily from the GT2 racer, with aggressive aerodynamics generating up to 1,102 pounds (500 kg) of downforce at 174 mph, thanks to a massive adjustable rear wing (three settings: low, mid, high drag), a redesigned diffuser, and a “shark nose” front end with a wider grille for better cooling. The suspension is race-tuned, and it rolls on 20-inch center-lock forged wheels wrapped in sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tires (optional with the Performance Pack). Carbon-ceramic brakes are standard, and an electronically controlled limited-slip differential is available to sharpen cornering precision.
Maserati GT2 Stradale Interior
Inside, it’s a mix of spartan racer and luxury road car. You get carbon-fiber bucket seats (in two sizes), a stripped-down dashboard to cut glare, and an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel with integrated shift lights. There’s a new drive-mode selector with a Corsa (track) mode that lets you dial back electronic aids for a rawer feel, plus an optional Corsa Evo mode for even more control. Yet, it’s not all hardcore—there’s a touchscreen for driver aids, a 12-speaker Sonus Faber audio system, and even a lift system to navigate speed bumps.Maserati GT Stradale price
Maserati hasn’t locked in an official price yet, but estimates suggest it’ll start above the MC20’s $242,995 base, likely landing between $300,000 and $350,000—still well below the GT2 race car’s $522,000 tag. Production is limited (some say to 914 units), and deliveries are slated to begin in Europe in April 2025, with other markets like South Africa possibly following soon after.Customization is a big deal here, with Maserati’s Fuoriserie program offering unique paint options (like Matte Bianco Audace or Grigio Lamiera Matte) and extra carbon-fiber bits.
This car isn’t just a souped-up MC20—it’s Maserati flexing its motorsport heritage while proving it can hang with rivals like the Porsche 911 GT3 RS or Ferrari 296 GTB. It’s louder, lighter, and more focused, yet keeps enough polish to avoid being a one-trick pony.
Whether it’s worth the premium depends on how much you crave that track-to-road thrill.
