(March 11, 2021) MODENA, Italy — The MC20 has never previously been seen unleashing its power on low-grip surfaces. The new Maserati super sports car  is currently engaged in a series of reliability tests (on road and track, in various driving conditions) and intensive cold-weather trials on the snow-covered roads of the Valtellina and at the Ghiacciodromo Livigno (Sondrio), Italy’s most notable snow and ice circuit.

During its cold-weather mission, the super sports car was tested to evaluate engine cold starting, the low-temperature performance of its elastic components and the car’s handling on cold and low-grip asphalt surfaces.  The test is also performed to verify correct functioning of the Climate Control System in cold conditions; tests were also conducted on the battery, suspensions and brakes.

The extreme conditions have not stopped the new MC20; in fact, they have enhanced the opposing personalities of this car, born from the Brand’s racing DNA but designed for series production.

The MC20 is powered by the new Nettuno engine, a 621 horsepower V6 with 538 lb-ft of torque that delivers 0- 60 mph in 2.9 seconds with a top speed of 202 miles per hour.  It's an engine that signals Maserati’s return to producing its own power units after a hiatus of more than 20 years.

The MC20 goes on sale later this year.