Beauty is the Maserati GranTurismo’s most potent weapon. Its taut lines, rippling muscles and polished surfaces immediately grab the eye. Sculptured and sexy, elegant and well-balanced, the GranTurismo’s visual presence sets the pulse racing. Its authentic style is unmistakably Maserati, transmitting power, sensuality and refinement to their limits. Pininfarina has created a design that symbolizes the very nature of the GranTurismo concept, combining sporty performance in a spacious car for four adults.

The front of the GranTurismo is framed by a large distinctive oval grille. From that point, the skilfully sculpted bodywork drapes the vehicle’s mechanics with a mix of precision and art as it sweeps towards the rear of the vehicle. The result is a combination of powerful emotions soothing to the eye in what is a timeless design. The GranTurismo, observed from any angle, expresses style, performance and craftsmanship. These concepts blend to provide a fascinating mix of driving sensations. However, the excitement has only just begun if you have seen the GranTurismo only from the outside. Once on board, the well designed interior, warm and inviting with its very special materials and crafted finish, envelopes passengers in a light, comfortable and elegant cabin.

Scintillating acceleration, precise entry into curves, impeccable stability and sharp brakes. The GranTurismo is able to deliver the most intense emotions on the road, not only to the driver but also to the passengers. Ideal weight distribution is what makes the new GranTurismo a car that is responsive to the driver’s commands. This comes from a careful 49% front and 51% rear weight distribution. This set up, obtained by engineering the engine behind the front axle, gives the driver an unparalleled sense of control in every driving condition.

The high resistance boxed steel monocoque provides maximum chassis rigidity and an ideal platform for optimum suspension response, enhancing the handling and ride. The level of excellence achieved, in terms of roadholding in the most extreme conditions, is also the result of the close collaboration between Maserati engineers and Pirelli technicians. The P Zero Rosso tyres set a new benchmark in ultra-high performance in a sector that constantly strives for technological improvements. This is also a field in which Maserati operates to combine the highest performance with the ultimate in driving comfort. The innovative structure of the tyres, their compound and, above all, the torsional balance of the components provided by Pirelli, allows for a rare balance between sports performance and a silent, effortless drive. The Maserati GranTurismo is a true sportscar whose performance can be enjoyed in safety. The excitement the car delivers is, once sampled, difficult to forget. This is due to the precise dynamic handling, assured by front and rear double wishbone suspension with antidive and antisquat geometry. This set up prevents the front end from dipping when braking and the rear from squatting under acceleration. The GranTurismo can also be equipped, on request, with the active Skyhook system of aluminium gas dampeners that automatically and continuously soften the ride. This technology adjusts the suspension by working in harmony with the MSP safety system and the automatic transmission to provide the vehicle with a ride that adapts to the driver’s style. The GranTurismo is designed to fit the driver like a glove.

The GranTurismo is not only a high-performance sportscar but, above all, a vehicle that can be enjoyed on a daily basis, providing sensations that are not easily forgotten by the driver or passengers. Having said that, the vehicle is also perfect for the classic Grand Tour. The joy of sitting on board the GranTurismo each day comes not only from being immersed in an environment enriched by the eye-catching design and the finest materials but also by the luxury that only space, light and brightness provide.
 

Once inside, the occupants find themselves cocooned in an opulent world in which refined Poltrona Frau® leather stimulates the senses, uniting maximum comfort with traditional craftsmanship for all four passengers, even on long journeys. The sports profile front seats are distinguished by their generous cushioning and their full electric adjustments. The ‘easy entry’ system that shifts the front seats completely forward facilitates access to the two single rear seats. These also have sporty design and accommodate two passengers in comfort over long road trips. The GranTurismo evokes exotic journeys to far off destinations. It stirs the desire to travel while enjoying every moment of the trip, from the joy of driving curve by curve to maximum comfort on the straights taken at any pace.

Every bit of space has been carefully planned and exploited to render life on board more pleasant, from passenger well-being to the many storage compartments and the hand-finished pockets. Ergonomics and comfort characterise the GranTurismo, as do luxury and power. In the scent of supple leather, the handcrafted finish, the use of fine woods and the care taken in the stitching, the cabin is a shrine to superior craftsmanship and great attention to detail. The vehicle’s boot is able to carry two regular-sized golf bags or the exclusive set of five suitcases designed by Salvatore Ferragamo especially for the GranTurismo. Further enhancing the quality of life on board is the Bose Surround Sound® system. Its eleven speakers deliver sound accurately to each part of the vehicle. The astonishing result is equal in depth and clarity to the best concert halls. The Maserati GranTurismo was created to transport you, your passengers and your emotions to another time and place.

The beating heart of the GranTurismo is a 4244cc 90° V8 engine. It is a power unit that forms part of the new stable of Maserati engines. Compact and light, with the cylinder block and heads in aluminium and silicon alloy, the engine boasts 32 valves actioned by twin overhead camshafts per cylinder bank with low-pressure variable phase intake cams. The GranTurismo’s engine was created with one noble objective in mind: to guarantee the high peak power (96.4 bhp/litre) and speed of engine response typical of a competition unit to assure smooth acceleration and a quiet running. The result is immediately evident.

As soon as the Maserati V8 comes to life, the driver can enjoy the sporty, pitch-perfect note. However, the engine is never invasive. Some of the on-board technology derives from the world of competition, such as the vehicle’s inox steel exhaust system featuring mechanical catalysers. These meet the most severe anti-pollution regulations without compromising performance.

Once on the move, the new hydraulic transmission reveals the engine’s real character. The self-adapting automatic gearbox brings the best out of the engine at low to medium revs, without limiting the power high up. Gear changes can be made right up until 7100 rpm, something that puts the GranTurismo at the top in its category. The drive-by-wire, electronically controlled accelerator ensures an instant reaction to the slightest touch. With no mechanical connections between the pedal and throttle, the heavier you are with your right foot, the more your excitement levels rise.