The Maserati GT2 Stradale is a track-oriented performance model based on the MC20
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There’s a specific, visceral thrill that comes from driving a car born inspired by the track and legalized for the pavement. It’s the feeling of mechanical tension—the sense that beneath the leather and the touchscreen lies a skeleton engineered to withstand serious G-forces driven by high horsepower, high speeds and hot brakes. For years, Italy’s premium performance brand flirted with this line, but when launching the new Maserati GT2 Stradale, they blew threw it while retaining the supercar’s daily drivability.
The GT2 Stradale is the road-going evolution of the GT2 race car that spearheaded the House of the Trident’s return to closed-wheel competition in the Fanatec GT2 European Series. It’s a bridge between two worlds: the high-society elegance Maserati is known for and the unapologetic, grit-under-the-fingernails reality of professional racing.
The Maserati GT2 Stradale features aggressive aerodynamics to create over 1,100 pounds of downforce
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Standing in the shadow of the GT2 Stradale, this one finished in a deep, lustrous Blu Infinito, the visual departure from the standard MC20 sports car on which it’s based is immediate and purposeful. This isn’t an updated grille or more prominent rear wing; it’s an aerodynamic overhaul.
The carbon fiber rear spoiler can be set to three different angles for increased downforce
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Maserati’s engineers weren’t satisfied with the MC20’s (already respectable) 320 lbs of downforce at 174 mph. By utilizing a massive, three-position adjustable carbon fiber rear spoiler mounted on solid aluminum "pylons," they’ve increased that figure to a staggering 1,100 lbs at the same speed. To support that massive load, the rear bonnet has been reinforced, ensuring the car stays glued to the tarmac without deforming its own skin.
The GT2 Stradale's 20-inch forged aluminum wheels wrap around carbon ceramic brakes
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The functional aggression continues up front. Larger openings feed hungry radiators and brake ducts, while a trio of hood vents and fender-top louvers work in tandem to evacuate high-pressure air while paying homage the “tri” in Maserati’s trident emblem. Even the rear window features three distinct vents, while the rear fenders boast intakes with 16% more airflow than the MC20. The 20-inch forged, single-nut wheels triple the Trident theme with their nine-spoke design, wrapping carbon-ceramic brakes that look capable of stopping a freight train.
The 3.0-liter V6 engine features twin turbos and makes 631 horsepower
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Lurking beneath the carbon fiber is the 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 "Nettuno" engine. In the Stradale, it has been dialed up to 631 horsepower and 531 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful internal combustion road car to ever wear the Maserati badge. Those numbers translate to a sensory assault when the V6’s power is called upon. 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) flashes by in just 2.8 seconds. Keep your foot pinned, and the 8-speed dual-clutch transmission snaps through gears until you hit a top speed of 201 mph.
The GT2 Stradale's low curb weight translates to responsive and engaging handling
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What’s truly impressive, however, is the weight. By leveraging the MC20’s carbon fiber chassis and stripping away non-essentials, Maserati shaved 132 lbs off the curb weight. With a dry weight of just 3,009 lbs, the power-to-weight ratio is world-class. The Stradale doesn’t accelerate; it pounces as soon as the right pedal is engaged.
Carbon fiber seats with aggressive bolsters provide both support and surprising comfort
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Inside, the GT2 Stradale manages a difficult balancing act. You are greeted by carbon fiber racing seats draped in Blue Alcantara and a carbon steering wheel featuring integrated shift lights along the upper rim—standard cues for a track weapon. Yet, Maserati hasn't abandoned the "Stradale" (Street) half of the name.
Our test car was equipped with:
The carbon fiber steering wheel features shift lights along the upper rim
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The interior Carbon Fiber package adds a race-oriented sheen to the instrument cluster and paddle shifters, while the Sonus Faber premium audio provides a soundtrack for the moments when you aren’t listening to the Nettuno’s raspy exhaust note.
Multiple driving modes include Wet, GT, Sport, and Corsa
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The real magic happens when you twist the drive mode selector. Beyond the Wet, GT, and Sport modes lies the CORSA (Italian for “race”) mode. But because our test car featured the $15,000 Performance Package, we had access to the even more extreme CORSA EVO setting. This package is a "must-buy" for the serious enthusiast. It adds Michelin semi-slick tires, an electronic limited-slip differential (e-LSD), and a calibrated logic system that allows the driver to cycle through four decreasing levels of traction and stability control.
The Maserati GT2 Stradale feels as at home on a twisty road as it does on a race track
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On a winding stretch of canyon road, the GT2 Stradale feels telepathic. The double-wishbone suspension, featuring racing-derived damping and spring rates, provides a level of feedback that is rare in modern supercars. The "semi-virtual" steering axis keeps the front end incredibly precise; you don’t just turn into a corner, you flick the car through it while reveling in the Maserati’s flyweight design. Despite its racing pedigree, the suspension remains remarkably composed, soaking up mid-corner bumps without upsetting the chassis.
The Blue Infinito color on our GT2 Stradale test car looked great under every lighting condition
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The supercar market is currently crowded with "track-focused" specials, many of which are too punishing to drive on anything but a billiard-smooth circuit. The Maserati GT2 Stradale avoids this trap. It is unapologetically fast and aerodynamically blessed, yet it retains a level of civility—it even includes a cupholder—that makes it viable for a weekend getaway.
A 3.5 cubic foot trunk can hold two carry-on bags for a weekend getaway
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Starting at $339,900, the Maserati GT2 Stradale still requires a significant investment. Yet it undercuts multiple competitors by more than $200,000. As tested, with the Performance Package, advanced-driver-assistance safety suite (360 camera, emergency braking), and carbon exterior bits, our test car sticker hit $391,890.
The Maserati GT2 Stradale's pricing makes it a relative bargain in the supercar class
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In a world where specialized "GT" models from rivals are commonly north of half a million dollars, the Maserati GT2 Stradale feels like—dare I say it—a bargain? It’s a precision tool that honors the brand’s racing heritage while proving the internal combustion engine has a very engaging, very fast future at the House of the Trident.
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 "Nettuno"
631 hp @ 7,500 rpm
531 lb-ft @ 3,000–5,500 rpm
8-Speed Dual-Clutch (DCT)
2.8 Seconds
201 mph
3,009 lbs
1,100 lbs @ 174 mph
< 98.4 feet
$339,900
$391,890
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