# Family-Sized Super Cars Maserati Grancabrio Takes Hot to the Next Level By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-09-02 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-luxury-convertible References: [topgear](http://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/maserati-grancabrio-2009-08-24) & [maserati](http://www.maserati.com/maserati/en/en/index/passion/news-events/2009/08/The-new-Maserati-GranCabrio-to-premiere-in-Frankfurt.html) [Maserati](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo) is one of the biggest brands in [luxury cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prestige-imports), and now it got even more luxurious. Meet the [GranCabrio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granturismo), exactly like the GranTurismo, but it's a convertible (yay!!) and a four seater (yay yay!!). Here’s the necessary specifications, according to TopGear.com, the GranCabrio “is powered by the same 4.7-litre V8 as in the GranTurismo S, putting out 433bhp at a revvy 7,000rpm, along with 362lb ft of torque." And fully expect to hit 60mph in about five and half seconds. This bad boy won’t be cheap, but come on, its a Maserati GranCabrio! Oh, and did I mention that it is oh so pretty? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Luxury Family Cars:** The trend of luxury family cars continues to expand as evidenced by Maserati's new GranCabrio. This presents opportunities for automakers to focus on designing cars that cater to both luxury and family markets. - **Convertible Cars:** With the introduction of the Maserati GranCabrio, there is an opportunity for automakers to create more luxurious and practical convertibles that appeal to a wider audience. - **High Performance Cars:** Maserati's GranCabrio has a powerful engine that achieves high speeds, indicating a trend for high-performance family vehicles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Automotive Industry:** The luxury and family car markets, convertible car offerings, and high-performance cars are all areas for innovation for automotive manufacturers to explore. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convertible Smart Roof Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo.md) - [Luxurious Glass Roof Sportscars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mc20-cielo-1.md) - [Sleek Racing-Inspired Super Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-mc20.md) - [Italian Luxury EVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granturismo-ev.md) - [Affordable Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maserati-grecale.md) - [Riproaring Convertible Supercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/riproaring-convertible-supercar.md) - [Inaugural Fully Electric Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fully-electric-car.md) - [Sports Car-Inspired Luxury Superyachts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gran-turismo-mediterranea.md) - [Track-Focused Hypercars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/project24.md)