Maserati MC20

New Maserati MC20 Cielo Revealed With Retractable Glass Roof

Remember the Maserati MC20 revealed almost two years back? Well, the Italian company has now released a spyder version, complete with a retractable glass roof. Meet the new MC20 Cielo…

When Maserati unwrapped its MC20 “super sports car” back in September 2020, there were already murmurings of a spyder model (as well as a fully electric version) being in development. Now, the spyder has finally arrived, and it’s called the MC20 Cielo.

What’s in a name? Well, the Italian word “Cielo” translates to “sky”, which Maserati says highlights the fact this is a model “devoted to driving pleasure in the great outdoors”.

The MC20 Cielo employs the same mid-mounted, twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6 Nettuno petrol engine as its coupé sibling, producing a heady 463 kW and 730 Nm (delivered to the rear axle courtesy of an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission). Expect a 0-100 kph time of around 3.0 seconds.

However, the MC20 Cielo is set apart by what the Modena-based firm describes as a “specification unique to the segment”: a retractable glass roof featuring Polymer-Dispersed Liquid Crystal technology that allows it to be transformed from clear to opaque at the touch of a button. Nifty stuff.

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New Maserati MC20 Cielo Revealed With Retractable Glass Roof

Remember the Maserati MC20? Well, the a spyder version has been revealed, complete with a retractable glass roof. Meet the new MC20 Cielo.
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Maserati MC20 Cielo revealed as innovative open-top supercar

Maserati has announced an open top version of its MC20 supercar for those customers who want a bit more sky in their lives, and a mini hurricane in their hair.

The MC20 Cielo (meaning ‘sky’ in Italian) retains most of the design features seen on the tin-top version, including its ‘butterfly’ doors.

Setting it apart is a ‘smart glass’ roof panel that uses polymer-dispersed liquid crystal technology to transform from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button. The roof, which is said to offer best-in-class thermal insulation, can do its opening and closing thing in just 12 seconds, Maserati says.

One of the MC20 coupe’s most impressive attributes is that it weighs less than 1.5 tonnes, and thanks to some careful weight management the Cielo weighs just 65kg more in spite of all the necessary reinforcements that were made to the open top model.

As with its sibling, the MC20 Cielo is built around a carbon fibre chassis, which is not only instrumental in keeping the weight down, but also does wonders for the car’s torsional rigidity.

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Maserati MC20 Cielo revealed as innovative open-top supercar

Sky’s the limit for Maserati’s new MC20 Cielo, an open-top version of the Italian carmaker’s innovative sports car.
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Maserati Drops The Top On The MC20 With The Cielo Spyder

The Maserati MC20 has been ‘around’ for nearly two years already and we knew there was a Convertible on the way and here it is. It’s called the MC20 Cielo, and it’s the next iteration of their new supercar, and it won’t be the last.

It is powered by the same 3.0-litre Nettuno V6 engine making the same 621 hp (456 kW) and 730 Nm (538 lb-ft) of torque. The engine pairs with an eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox, and it has a top speed of over 320 km/h.

While Maserati designed the coupe’s monocoque for its weight and performance, the Cielo monocoque focuses on increasing rigidity. The MC20 Cielo weighs just 65 kg (143 lb) more than the coupe.

The retractable roof can open and close in just 12 seconds and also features a large chromatic glass panel that can instantly turn from transparent to opaque, thanks to its polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) technology.

At launch, they will offer 60 units of the PrimaSerie Launch Edition. This limited-run sport exclusive touches like the new Acquamarina exterior paint colour.

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Maserati Drops The Top On The MC20 With The Cielo Spyder

The retractable roof can open and close in just 12 seconds and also features a large chromatic glass panel that can instantly turn from transparent to opaque.
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Maserati MC20 Cielo breaks cover as topless Italian supercar

The latest creation from the brand that sports Neptune’s Trident on its badge has officially broken cover after being teased and features a lot more sky and the same Nettuno V6 from before. Say hello to the Maserati MC20 Cielo.

In addition to the unveiling of the new performance piece in Maserati’s lineup, the brand will also offer the PrimaSerie (Italian for first series) which will have a limited production run of 60 units. AS part of the limited edition model, buyers will be able to spec theirs in an exclusive new Acquamarina exterior paint finish which forms part of the Maserati Fuoriserie customization program, combining pastel gray with iridescent aquamarine mica.

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Maserati MC20 Cielo breaks cover as topless Italian supercar

The latest creation from the brand that sports Neptune's Trident on its badge has officially broken cover after being teased and features a lot more sky and the same Nettuno V6 from before. Say hello to the Maserati MC20 Cielo.
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Maserati MC20 arrives in South Africa

Maserati South Africa has entered a new era with the arrival of the first Maserati MC20 super sports cars.


The very first unit has been delivered to its new owner, finished in a multi-layer Bianco Audace paint and with a slew of unique carbon fibre detailing. A second MC20 is currently on display at Maserati House in Johannesburg, finished in the stunning Blu Infinito color.

“The Maserati MC20 welcomes a new era for Maserati, both globally and in South Africa. As a super sports car, the MC20 represents the pinnacle of performance and a return to Maserati-unique power plants with its Nettuno engine.”
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“As a nameplate, it signals the return to racing in closed-wheel competitions for a brand that was born on the racetrack. And for Maserati South Africa, it opens the order book for the MC20, the Levante Hybrid and soon, the new Maserati Grecale,”

Each Maserati MC20 that a South African customer will receive in 2022 has been custom-designed and made just for them.

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Maserati MC20 arrives in South Africa

Maserati South Africa has entered a new era with the arrival of the first Maserati MC20 super sports cars. The very first unit has been delivered to its new owner, finished in a multi-layer Bianco Audace paint and with a slew of unique carbon fibre detailing.
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DMC offer Maserati MC20 upgrade with 525 kW and a GT3 inspired body

In addition to the massive jump in power, the DMC Maserati MC20 upgrade also comes with enhanced body-parts and beefier suspension to enable even more all-out performance from the mid-mounted supercar.

A rapid once-over of the exterior yields a model that seems vaguely similar to standard however DMC have subtly tweaked certain aspects of the Italian supercar to distinguish it against its former equals. This includes GT3 inspired fenders, a carbon fibre grille, side sills and additional air inlets feeding the mid mounted Nettuno motor.

Another dead giveaway for the MC20 upgrade is the rear wing which is mounted to the bodywork with forged aluminium brackets. It may break the sleek bodyline designed by Klaus Busse, but the upgrade intends on enabling maximum traction to the driven wheels. Keeping at the rear, a new apron sits within the rear diffuser just below dual mounted exhaust tips that discharges combusted fumes from the Nettuno V6 which has also been tuned.

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DMC offer Maserati MC20 upgrade with 525 kW and a GT3 inspired body

In addition to the massive jump in power, the DMC Maserati MC20 upgrade also comes with enhanced body-parts and beefier suspension to enable even more all-out performance from the mid-mounted supercar.
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Check out DMC’s 705bhp modified Maserati MC20

German tuner’s take on the V6-engined Italian supercar gets much carbon and a power boost

Walk This Way people, for German tuner DMC has unveiled a modified Maserati MC20.

Now, It’s Tricky to improve on Maserati’s highly-engaging V6-engined supercar, but DMC starts with a power upgrade using a new ECU, a performance air filter and a new sports exhaust system that ups power to 705bhp and torque to 476lb ft. Worth remembering that the standard figures are 621bhp and 538lb ft of torque.

There’s also a rather striking bodykit made completely of carbon fibre. It’s Like Thatof a GT3 racer with new vents on the front wings, a carbon fibre bonnet and a carbon front lip. Round the sides there are new carbon sills and out back there’s a hefty DMC rear wing and a new diffuser section.

Looks like DMC might be the King of Rock hard suspension too, as there’s a new sports setup that drops the MC20 by around 30mm. The wheels are forged exclusively for the MC20 and are made by Canadian company PUR Wheels.

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Check out DMC’s 705bhp modified Maserati MC20

German tuner’s take on the V6-engined Italian supercar gets much carbon and a power boost
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Maserati MC20 Cielo review

WHAT'S THE VERDICT?

“You could use it for a recreational blast, or enjoy the slow-burn of a long tour”

It's a car with lots of talents and dimensions. You could use it for a recreational blast and make your heart sing. It's quick, engaging and friendly. Or – provided you have a talent for packing light – you could enjoy the slow-burn pleasure of a long tour. In each of those uses the disappearing roof would only add to the joy.

Owners of cars like this don't as a rule drive them all that often. But we can't see why the Cielo wouldn't give a lot of pleasure, and little pain, if they did.

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Maserati MC20 Cielo Review 2023 | Top Gear

The Maserati MC20 Cielo is a car with lots of talents and dimensions: it's quick, engaging and friendly
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Check out Mansory’s plans for a modified Maserati MC20

MC20 collides with carbon fibre factory. Comes off second best…

Uh oh, it looks like Mansory has got hold of a Maserati MC20. The German tuner has released some renders of its upcoming plans for the V6-engined Italian, and it’s fair to say that it’ll no longer be the more subtle choice of supercar.

Just look at the amount of carbon fibre that Mansory wants to superglue on. The new front splitter is a massive piece, with all manner of flicks and ‘aero’ bits, as well as some lipstick that surrounds the grille.

Check out the image of the rear too. That shows the optional (and humungous) ‘sport wing’ with its integrated brake light. You can also see the extent of the crazy side skirts from back there, plus the rather large rear diffuser.

There is one bit we do like though – that vented engine cover with its roof scoop would look fantastic if it was painted in the same shade as the rest of the contrast roof.

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Check out Mansory’s plans for a modified Maserati MC20

MC20 collides with carbon fibre factory. Comes off second best…
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The Maserati MC20 Is Mansory's Latest Murder Victim

If you need further proof that money can't buy taste, here you go.

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The Maserati MC20 Is Mansory's Latest Murder Victim - Jalopnik

The Maserati MC20 looks great and reportedly drives well. It’s a mid-engine supercar with a twin-turbo V6 that makes 630 hp, with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. In Car and Driver’s test, it did 0-to-60 mph in 3.2 seconds and ran the quarter-mile in 11 seconds flat at 131 mph.
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Mansory Previews “Soft Kit” Upgrade For Maserati MC20

It has taken them a fair bit of time but nonetheless, Mansory has shared the first images of their “Soft Kit” for the Maserati MC20.

Mansory’s first program for the MC20 mainly includes lots of new carbon fibre parts. According to the tuner, the new body kit will not only transform the look of the MC20 but also become a more aerodynamic beast.

Changes start up front, where Mansory is offering a new bumper lip, with or without a mask, a new bumper splitter and headlights cover, and new race flaps. Even the front bonnet can be replaced with a new one made from carbon, or, if that’s too much, you can simply opt for new air splitters and new air outtakes for the bonnet.

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Mansory Previews "Soft Kit" Upgrade For Maserati MC20

The tuner has left things untouched under the body but you can opt for a new sports exhaust system.
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