Maserati Created an EV Supercar That Wasn't Requested, Then Anticipated Someone Would Request It | Carscoops

      Contrary to earlier reports, the Maserati MC20 Folgore project is not canceled but has been temporarily halted. It may resume if significant customer interest is shown.

      Recent indications suggested that Maserati had quietly moved away from the development of an electric supercar, with the MC20 Folgore, initially expected this year, being postponed. However, the project remains active; it has only been paused, leaving open the possibility of the Folgore being produced in the future.

      Initially introduced in 2020 alongside the V6 supercar, the MC20 Folgore's prospects have shifted as the demand for high-performance electric vehicles has diminished by 2025. The situation was further complicated when Stellantis scrapped €1.5 billion in Maserati investments, resulting in the cancellation of several projects, likely including this electric supercar.

      When recently queried about the project, Maserati CEO Santo Ficili shared the company's viewpoint, stating, “I don’t think it’s the right time to take this kind of supercar in the electrification direction. Let’s say we will see.” He indicated that while the Folgore is in development, its progress is currently on hold pending market changes.

      There remains a possibility for it to emerge as a battery-powered variant of the recently launched MCPura, which made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed earlier this month. However, Ficili underscores that the project's future relies heavily on actual customer demand: “It’s crucial to have the customer ready to buy a car like this,” he remarked.

      Given that the electric MC20 is in advanced stages of development, it may become available if enough affluent buyers express interest to Maserati and its bespoke Fuoriserie division.

      Furthermore, Maserati’s CEO reiterated the brand's commitment to the Nettuno engine: “We have this fantastic V6 engine that satisfies our customers. We hold a different kind of power. This is our engine at this time.”

      Ficili recently hinted at a new internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered super GT flagship, potentially featuring a manual transmission developed in collaboration with Alfa Romeo. This model may be equipped with an upgraded version of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. Additionally, Davide Danesin, Head of Maserati Engineering, suggested the possibility of reviving the V8 engine for special projects.

      Danesin explained that some customers prefer “pure mechanical cars” and are hesitant about large battery packs in supercars due to the added complexity and weight.