2012 Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport - Highlights and New Exterior Features

With the successful launch of the GranTurismo Convertible in 2010, Maserati has further enhanced the power, handling, appearance and sound to create the new Sport version for 2012. An array of dynamic features, such as MC Autoshift, sport exhaust and increased power and torque are standard in the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport. This model appeals to the many performance-oriented owners whom are seeking the highest level of driving enjoyment in a Maserati convertible.
The new Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport features six soft colors, headlights with black look, newly designed colored GT S side skirts, new Astro Design 20" wheels, black grille and Trident with red accents, body colored front splitter (in carbon fiber as an option), Hi-Tech steering wheel with Trofeo Shift Paddles, body-color handles, GT S exhaust system with oval outlets.
Highlights
444 hp 4.7 L V8 Engine: Thanks to upgrades to the engine internal components, a power increase of 10 hp and +15 ft-lbs has been achieved together with a 6% fuel economy improvement.
MC Autoshift: Based on the transmission of the Quattroporte Sport GTS, the MC Autoshift adds gear-holding in manual mode, faster shifting, double declutch downshifts and digital RPM indicator.

Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport: Performance and Tech Specs

The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sports boost a 4.7L V8 engines and delivers 444 hp at 7,000 rpm with a maximum torque of 376 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The engine noise varies depending on whether the exhaust bypass valves are open or closed and it defines the vehicle's performance set by its driver. Important technical improvements have been introduced in the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport compare to its predecessors, such as an upgraded sport skyhook adaptive suspension system which is standard and features aluminum dampers that continuously adjust the ride to the road conditions. The model boosts exclusive powerful dual-cast technology Brembo brakes. The four discs are grooved and ventilated to cope with more determined driving. The six-speed automatic transmission operates in five modes: auto normal, auto sport, manual normal, manual sport and ice. MC Auto Shift is automatically activated when the Auto Sport mode is selected, enabling the car to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds.
The driver has the option to manually control the transmission through the "Trofeo Design" shift paddled mounted on the steering wheel, which are slightly longer than in the previous models to further facilitate changing gears. The accelerator mapping has improved for better throttle response and the MC Start Strategy, which derives from the GranTurismo MC, has been introduced to optimize acceleration. The Maserati GranTurismo Convertible Sport features a new Maserati Stability Program (MSP) calibration that allows driver to push the car to its limit within the bounds of safety.