Maserati 222 SE

Less than two years after the launch of the 222, the sportier SE version was introduced, following in the footsteps of the Biturbo S. It carried on with the same aesthetical theme as the latter, thus with blacked out front grille, headlights and window surrounds, wing mirrors and door sill panels. Colours available were again red, black and silver. Specific bumpers made the car slightly longer.

Inside, the same level of refinement and features as on the 222 E made this coupé not only a sporty model but also a very prestigious one.

The production figures list 210 units built, combined between 222 SE and 222 SR.

See Also: All Maserati 222 Models | All Maserati Cars

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In Detail

type	Series Production Car
production years	1990 – 1991
built at	Italy
body stylist	Marcello Gandini
predeccesor	1985 Maserati Biturbo II S
engine	90° V6
position	Front Longitudinal
aspiration	Twin IHI Water-Cooled Turbos
ignition	Electronic Ignition
valvetrain	DOHC, 3 Valves per Cyl
displacement	2790 cc / 170.3 in³
bore	94 mm / 3.7 in
stroke	67 mm / 2.64 in
compression	7.4:1
power	186.4 kw / 250.0 bhp @ 5600 rpm
specific output	89.61 bhp per litre
bhp/weight	187.69 bhp per tonne
torque	383.7 nm / 283.0 ft lbs @ 3600 rpm
body / frame	Unitary Steel Monocoque
driven wheels	RWD
front tires	205/50 R15
rear tires	205/50 R15
front wheels	F 38.1 x 17.8 cm / 15.0 x 7.0 in
rear wheels	R 38.1 x 17.8 cm / 15.0 x 7.0 in
steering	Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist
f suspension	MacPherson Struts w/Telescopic Dampers, Coil Springs, Anti-Roll Bar
r suspension	Semi-Trailing Arms w/Telescopic Dampers, Coil Springs, Anti-Roll Bar
curb weight	1332 kg / 2937 lbs
wheelbase	2514 mm / 99.0 in
front track	1458 mm / 57.4 in
rear track	11460 mm / 451.2 in
length	4190 mm / 165.0 in
width	1714 mm / 67.5 in
height	1305 mm / 51.4 in
transmission	5-Speed Manual
0 – 60 mph	~6.1 seconds