The preference for SUV models has become the mainstream of the domestic and foreign automobile consumer markets. For people who love this model, a larger body, a larger interior space and better passability have become the focus of their car purchase. But don't forget, in addition to the above mentioned points, SUV has a more important feature is the sport, and this is engraved in the DNA, after all, SUV abbreviation in Sport Utility Vehicle. And just recently, Maserati unveiled its second SUV model, the Grecale.
Although it is its entry-level SUV, Grecale still fully packs the sporty spirit of the Maserati brand, and also makes the real sports SUV market, in addition to porsche Macan and Alfa Romeo Stelvio, another choice.
Maserati Grecale
The price range is 638,800-1,063,800 yuan
Although it is an entry-level model, the Maserati Grecale did not simply and rudely become a scaled-down version of the Levante, but used Maserati's latest design language. The headlights, erected over the bonnet, make the Grecale's nose look more like a raised Maserati GT sports car.
The straight waterfall family net, the three shark cheeks on the fenders, the rounded and full body proportions, and the classic elements of the Maserati LOGO lamp on the C-pillar have been preserved on the Gregale, and new designs such as hidden door handles have been added.
Compared to the front of the car, the rear of the Grecale is much more restrained. Fortunately, the top-down layering makes it look powerful. Grecale's taillight styling is a nod to the classic Maserati 3200GT.
Entering the car, Grecale also has a new design concept, and the sense of technology that was criticized in the past has finally improved this time. The central control uses 12.3 inches and 8.8 inches of upper and lower dual screens to replace the original auto parts city style screen, the domestic version of the car machine system is jointly developed with Tencent, I believe there will be a better interconnection experience, in addition to the rear seat center also has a control screen, the classic clock is also replaced by LCD to display.
For a qualified sports SUV, power is always the most important thing. Both the GT and Modena are equipped with a 2.0T engine + 48V light mix system, and the torque is both 450N·m. The former has a maximum power of 300Ps and an acceleration time of 0-100 km/h of 5.6 seconds, while the latter has a maximum power of 330Ps and an acceleration of 0-100 km/h of 5.3 seconds.
On the top of the Trofeo, it is equipped with the same "Nettuno" 3.0T V6 twin-turbo engine on the Maserati MC20, equipped with 90 degree cylinder angle, double injection, closed cylinder, pre-combustion chamber, dry oil pan and other technologies. The maximum power reaches 530Ps, the torque is 620N·m, the acceleration of 0-100 km/h is 3.8 seconds, the extreme speed can reach 285 km/h, and the rear axle is equipped with a limited-slip differential.
In the drivetrain, the Grecale is matched with an 8AT gearbox and also comes standard with a four-wheel drive system.
Porsche Macan
The price range is 554,000 to 848,000 yuan
Compared with the new Grecalle, Porsche Macan also ushered in the 2022 annual redesign. Although the Macan has not been replaced for nearly 8 years, it is a model that is extremely enjoyable to drive now.
The current Macan is divided into three classes, including the entry-level Macan, Macan S and Macan GTS. Compared with the slight changes in the appearance and interior, the biggest changes in this annual model come from the power and chassis parts.
The most entry-level Macan is still equipped with the EA888 2.0T engine from the Volkswagen Group, which can burst out of the maximum 265ps and 400Nm after Porsche tuning, accelerate 6.2s per 100 kilometers, and match the PDK seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and the full-time four-wheel drive system.
The 2.9L V6 twin-turbo engine, which was originally only used on the Macan GTS, was demoted to the Macan S, replacing the original 3.0L V6 single turbo engine, which can provide maximum power of 380ps and 520Nm, and after the new engine, the Macan S's 100 km/h acceleration has been increased to 4.6s. On the top-of-the-line Macan GTS, this 2.9L V6 engine is also used, but its maximum power is adjusted to 440ps, the maximum torque is also 550s, and the acceleration time of 100 kilometers is increased to 4.3s.
At the same time as the annual overhaul, Porsche also retuned the Macan's suspension system, claiming to have a better suspension response than before, and the optional Porsche PASM electronic suspension system, as well as the standard air pressure suspension on the GTS.
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Price range: 456,800-952,800 yuan
Among today's three cars, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, also from Italy, is a cousin of maserati Grecale, which is based on the same platform, but thanks to different powertrains, chassis use and body sizes, the dynamic experience of the two cars is also different.
The inverted triangular net, which seems to glare at the headlights in front of it, is a family-style design of Alpha Romeo's models that has been passed down from generation to generation, forming a front face that resembles an angry bird and giving Stelvio a very personal appearance.
Although positioned as a mid-size SUV, with its large number of streamlined shapes throughout the body, it makes its visual effect more like a compact crossover. Of course, Alpha Romeo's overly flamboyant appearance has led to the rush of people who like him, but others are even a little disgusted, and have hardly heard of people who have no feeling for its design, and the double-edged sword of personality is sharpened by it. Like most Italian models, sport was written into the blood of Alfa Romeo.
A key-button integrated into the steering wheel is tied to the same model of the Maranello house next door, making the driver feel ritualistic every time he ignites. More hardcore, the huge paddle shifter behind the steering wheel is attached to the steering column, and while it can't rotate with the steering wheel, it's also similar to the style on the supercar.
The current Alfa Romeo series eliminates the original low-power model, and the 2.0T engine can provide maximum power of 280ps and 400Nm, which is matched by an 8AT transmission. On the top Stelvio four-leaf clover, it is equipped with a 2.9T V6 engine, and the maximum power is channel 510ps and 600Nm, which can accelerate within 3.8s. It is worth mentioning that the technology of this 2.9T V6 engine also comes from the 3.9T V8 engine of the Maranello family next door. Coupled with the carbon fiber drive shaft that comes standard throughout the series, this makes the Stelvio one of the hardest-core sport SUVs.
Write at the end
Eager for driving pleasure and having to compromise with life, SUVs under the banner of sports are also increasingly sought after in the market. But what really integrates the spirit of sports into the bone marrow is these real sports brands. So, are you ready to go for a mountain run together?