Maserati and Alfa Romeo are reportedly collaborating on a highly exclusive, limited-run model that could stand as the most powerful internal combustion engine car either brand has produced in recent decades. The forthcoming vehicle is believed to be based on Maserati’s GranTurismo platform and may enter production as early as next year, according to sources close to the development.
Industry insiders suggest the new car is intended to build upon the legacy of halo models such as the Maserati MC20 and Alfa Romeo’s 33 Stradale. However, in contrast to the shift towards electrification sweeping across Stellantis brands, this model is set to forgo hybridisation entirely in favour of a purist mechanical experience.
Autocar has reported that the engine is expected to be an uprated version of Maserati’s existing twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre Nettuno V6, an already potent powerplant that delivers 621hp and 720Nm of torque in the MC20. In this upcoming model, however, performance figures are likely to surpass those of the MC20-based MCPura, elevating it to the uppermost echelons of Maserati’s combustion-powered offerings.
Davide Danesin, Maserati’s Head of Engineering, has indicated that electrification has been deliberately excluded from the project. He revealed that a manual gearbox is under serious consideration—an unusual move in today’s performance car landscape. While such a transmission may no longer suit mass-produced vehicles, Danesin views it as a compelling feature for a limited edition, one that would celebrate the raw, tactile essence of driving.
Should the project proceed as planned, Maserati is expected to debut the model in 2026 to commemorate the centenary of the Tipo 26, the brand’s first racing car. The Alfa Romeo version, which may follow in 2027, is tipped to pay homage to the historic 6C 1500—marking its 100-year milestone as well.
Though details remain closely guarded, the vehicle is anticipated to command a significantly higher price than the MC20-based MCPura, underscoring its exclusivity and collector appeal. With both brands placing increasing focus on heritage, craftsmanship, and mechanical purity, this model could represent one of the last truly analogue offerings before full electrification becomes the norm.
