Maserati Grecale SUV

Italian luxury vehicle manufacturer Maserati launched the next generation of its GranTurismo sports car on Friday. Two variants will be offered - Modena and Trofeo - which are priced at Rs. 2.72 crore and Rs. 2.90 crore, both ex-showroom before customisation upgrades. Besides cosmetic and feature upgrades, the power output has been increased. Maserati also plans to bring GranCabrio and GT2 Stradale to India at a later date. However, reports could not confirm the all-electric Maserati GranTurismo Folgore’s India debut.  “[The GranTurismo] is an intersection of a nearly unobtainable balance of power and luxury, of thrills and relaxation, of future and tradition, of racetrack innovation for unprecedented road performance,” Maserati claimed. Maserati GranTurismo Modena The overall low-slung silhouette characterised by flowing lines is retained. We could spot larger air intakes and splitters on the bumper which also houses the chrome Maserati Trident. Twenty and 21-inch wheels front and back are standard on both trims. Further, the standard equipment offered inside includes a 12.2-inch MID and a centrally-mounted 12.3-inch infotainment unit. To operate the HVAC controls, an 8.8-inch touchscreen has been equipped. The Modena trim is capable of producing 489bhp and 600Nm of peak torque from a 3-litre V6 twin-turbo petrol pot, achieving a 0-100 kmph time of 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 302 kmph.  Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo Priced for a premium of Rs. 18 lakhs over the Modena, the GranTurismo Trofeo boasts aggressive bumpers and carbon-fibre elements across the body. The cabin gets different upholstery and sporty elements, setting the Trofeo apart. Under the hood lies the same mill but power and torque figures have been increased to 550bhp and 650Nm, increases of over 12% and 18% respectively, resulting in a 0-100 kmph sprint of 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 320 kmph. Also read - Seven-Seater Maruti Grand Vitara Coming In 2025

The luxury car maker, Maserati has launched its Grecale SUV in the Indian market. Starting from Rs 1.31 crore, the SUV is offered in three variants. In its brand’s SUV portfolio, the Grecale is positioned below the Levante SUV. Maserati Grecale SUV: Design Highlights From the design perspective, the Grecale features the brand's signature grille at the front, chrome highlights on the grille, LED headlights, twin-exhaust tips, and slim wraparound tail lights. Besides, the SUV has alloys in different wheel sizes, including 19, 20, and 21 inches. Interior and Features In terms of features, the Grecale SUV comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with an 8-inch touchpad for the climate controls. Other amenities include 14-way power-adjustable front seats with heating & memory functions, a digital instrument cluster, 3-zone automatic climate control, and a head-up display. A Level 1 ADAS is also available. Specifications The Grecale is available in three variants - GT, Modena, and Trofeo. The GT and Modena variants are powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine with mild-hybrid tech. This 4-cylinder engine can produce 296 bhp on the GT and 325 bhp of power on the mid-spec Modena trim. Both variants share the same torque figures of 450 Nm. Meanwhile, the high-end Trofeo gets a 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine which can churn out 523 bhp of power and 620 Nm of torque. Transmission options on all three variants include an 8-speed automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive. Price and Rivals The starting price for the Grecale SUV stands at Rs 1.31 crore for the GT variant. While the Modena and Trofeto are priced at Rs 1.53 crore and 2.05 crore, respectively (ex-showroom). At this price point, the Porsche Macan (Rs 96.05 lakh-1.53 crore) is the greatest rival to Grecale. Also Read: Tata Curvv to Get JLR-like Key Fob, Many Segment First Features