On March 25, Maserati Grecale real cars were unveiled in China, including The Modena version and GT version. As Maserati's second SUV, the Gregale, positioned as a luxury mid-size SUV, offers a fuel version and a Folgore pure electric version for consumers to choose from. Among them, the delivery time of the fuel version is the second half of this year, and the release time of the pure electric version of Folgore is the second half of 2023.
Stylistically, Grecale products are inspired by architecture and reinterpreted with a new family design style, with the striking Trident brand logo centred in the centre of the massive grille. The Modena version highlights sportiness with colour details, side skirts and specially designed bumpers, while the GT version is embellished with frosted vintage copper paint and chrome elements.
The side styling is very low, and the lines from the top cover of the engine to the rear of the body exude a sporty temperament. The Grecale follows Maserati's signature dynamic trapezoidal silhouette features, creating the visuals of the Coupe models.
The rear of the car features a boomerang-shaped taillight, inspired by the Maserati 3200 GT designed by Giorgiaro, which is recognizable when lit at night. In addition, all models adopt a new exhaust design.
Grecale adopts a new interior design style, the upper and lower screens composed of a 12.3-inch central control screen and an 8.8-inch LCD control panel below are particularly eye-catching, and the latest MIA (Maserati Intelligent Assist) multimedia system is also integrated into the central control screen, and we noticed that Gregare also uses a push-button shift mechanism.
It is worth mentioning that the exquisite smart clock equipped in the car is the first time that Maserati has used digital clock elements in the car. Not only does the digital clock display the time, but the dial also responds to voice commands from the owner in a timely manner. The dial of the digital clock not only changes the skin and appearance according to the driver's personal preferences, but also has other functions, and can even be used as a compass or gravimeter if necessary.
The MIA multimedia system in the car can store five different user profiles for further customization, while also connecting two smartphones at the same time via Bluetooth and supporting Apple CarPlay. In addition, the new car is equipped with a new speech recognition system with software, microphone technology and natural speech functions. For example, "Hello Martha, turn the temperature to 21 degrees", you can start the speech recognition system without pressing a button.
In the power section, the GT and Modena versions are equipped with a 2.0T engine + 48V light mixing system, which further reduces energy consumption. The GT version has a maximum output of 221 kW and a peak torque of 450 N·m. The maximum output of the Modena version is 243 kW, and the peak torque is also 450 N·m. Transmission section, mated to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. The former has an acceleration time of 0-100 km/h of 5.6 s, and the latter has an acceleration time of 0-100 km/h of 5.3 s.
In addition to the model unveiled this time, Grecale also offers a high-performance version of the Trofeo, equipped with a 3.0T twin-turbo V6 engine, adding closed-cylinder technology. The maximum output of the engine is 390 kW and the peak torque is 620 N·m. The drive is mated to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission. The official acceleration time of 0-100km/h is 3.8s.
The GT and Modena editions are available with an optional air suspension system with six levels of suspension adjustment, allowing the driver to choose the height of the suspension depending on the driving mode. There are also five driving modes, namely COMFORT Comfort Mode, GT Mode, SPORT Sport Mode, Corsa Track Mode, and OFF-ROAD Off-Road Mode.
As Maserati's first SUV, the Maserati Levante was launched in China in March 2016. According to the retention rate data of the EasyCar App, the maserati Levante has a three-year retention rate of 68.20%, ranking 23rd in the list of medium and large SUVs. With the launch of maserati Grecale, while enriching its own product line, the entry threshold of the Maserati SUV camp will be further reduced, and it will also challenge competitors such as Porsche Macan.