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2026 Maserati MCPURA
Car and Driver says this year the MC20 morphs into the MCPura, wearing subtle design tweaks, a few interior upgrades, and a special matte paint job option called AI Aqua Rainbow; the MCPura is offered in both coupe and Cielo convertible body styles, powered by the same 621-hp twin-turbo V6 from last year's MC20. Estimated MSRP runs $250,000-$280,000. MotorTrend says the MCPura's best case for itself may be on value: a quarter of a million dollars is a lot, but far less than a mid-engine Ferrari or Lamborghini, and the MCPura scratches the same itch while being just as beautiful and possibly rarer; MotorTrend lists top-ranked competitors as the Ferrari 296 GTB, Lamborghini Temerario, McLaren 750S, and Chevrolet Corvette.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain3.0L twin-turbo V6
Output621 hp
DrivetrainRWD
Seating2
Decision answers11Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says this year, the MC20 morphs into the MCPura, wearing subtle design tweaks, a few interior upgrades, and a special matte paint job option called AI Aqua Rainbow. The MCPura is offered in both coupe and Cielo convertible body styles and is powered by the same 621-hp twin-turbo V-6 from last year's MC20.
Pricing and powertrain for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists an estimated MSRP of $250,000-$280,000.
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the beating heart of the MCPura is Maserati's Nettuno V-6, which cranks out 621 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque sent to the rear wheels through an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, with the mid-engine architecture designed to minimize weight and lower the center of gravity.
How it compares to its closest rivals
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the MCPura's best case for itself may be on value: a quarter of a million dollars is a lot to spend on a car, but it's not nearly as much as you'll need to get into a mid-engine Ferrari or Lamborghini, and the MCPura scratches the same itch, just as beautiful and possibly even more rare. MotorTrend lists top-ranked competitors as the Ferrari 296 GTB, Lamborghini Temerario, McLaren 750S, and Chevrolet Corvette.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Maserati MCPura?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the MC20 is renamed MCPura, with subtle styling and interior tweaks and the same 621-hp V6.
How much does the 2026 Maserati MCPura cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists an estimated MSRP of $250,000 to $280,000.
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Record summary
What to know first
MCPURA is the successor to the MC20, sharing its 621-horsepower Nettuno V6 with redesigned fascias; Spyder is the open-top convertible variant.
Model-year note
MCPURA replaces MC20 as the current-generation model: do not describe MC20 as the current model when MCPURA is available.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| MCPURA | Entry trim | 3.0L twin-turbo Nettuno V6 standard, 621 hp, RWD, 8-speed dual-clutch, Redesigned front/rear fascias over MC20, Officine Fuoriserie customization program available |
| MCPURA Spyder | Top trim | MCPURA-level 621-hp powertrain carries over, Open-top Cielo-style convertible body standard |
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Entry trim
MCPURA
- 3.0L twin-turbo Nettuno V6 standard, 621 hp, RWD, 8-speed dual-clutch
- Redesigned front/rear fascias over MC20
- Officine Fuoriserie customization program available
02
Top trim
MCPURA Spyder
- MCPURA-level 621-hp powertrain carries over
- Open-top Cielo-style convertible body standard
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50272MCPURA | 3L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 25 | 18 | N/A |
| 50274MCPURA Spyder | 3L 6-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Rear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Premium | 15 | 25 | 18 | N/A |
Direct answers
11 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 MCPURA come in?
The 2026 Maserati MCPURA (mid-engine sports car) comes in 2 trims: MCPURA, MCPURA Spyder.
Source: Maserati
Q02What are the 2026 MCPURA trims?
The 2026 Maserati MCPURA trims are MCPURA, MCPURA Spyder, listed from the entry MCPURA up to the top MCPURA Spyder.
Source: Maserati
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 MCPURA use?
The 2026 Maserati MCPURA is built around 3.0L twin-turbo V6, rated at 621 horsepower across its mid-engine sports car body style.
Source: Maserati specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 MCPURA?
The 2026 Maserati MCPURA is offered with RWD.
Source: Maserati specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 MCPURA?
MCPURA replaces MC20 as the current-generation model: do not describe MC20 as the current model when MCPURA is available.
Source: Maserati model-year information
Q06What engine oil does the 2026 Maserati MCPURA take?
The 2026 Maserati MCPURA owner's manual specifies SAE 5W-40 engine oil. Source: 2026 Maserati MCPURA owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q07What is the Maserati MCPura?
The renamed, updated version of the MC20 supercar, also offered as the retractable-glass-roof MCPura Cielo.
Source: Autoblog and Edmunds 2026 Maserati MCPura research
Q08How much does the 2026 Maserati MCPura cost?
Priced from $246,000.
Source: Autoblog and Edmunds 2026 Maserati MCPura research
Q09How fast is the 2026 Maserati MCPura?
0-60 mph in under 2.9 seconds, with a top speed past 200 mph.
Source: Autoblog and Edmunds 2026 Maserati MCPura research
Q10What comes standard on the 2026 Maserati MCPura?
A carbon-fiber monocoque, butterfly doors, dual 10.25-inch digital displays, and an Alcantara-rich cabin.
Source: Autoblog and Edmunds 2026 Maserati MCPura research
Q11How quickly does the 2026 Maserati MCPura accelerate from 0 to 60 mph?
encyCARpedia lists 0 to 60 mph in 2.9 seconds for the 2026 Maserati MCPura.
Source: EncyCARpedia
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