After years of anticipation, which was further built by a never-ending stream of updates and gloomy teasers for the GT's impending electrified version, the Maserati finally unveiled the 2023 Maserati GranTurismo.

The New Maserati GranTurismo features new aesthetics and considerably more cutting-edge technology, making it appear poised to pick up where its predecessor left off.

For its new GranTurismo, the first new model in 15 years, Maserati offers an option between totally electric and traditional petrol power while utilizing the same chassis, all-wheel drive system, and body. The all-electric Folgore model (Italian for lightning) joins two petrol models: the Modena and the track-oriented Trofeo (the model in the image above, both with all-wheel drive.

There are four driving modes: GT, Max Range, Sport, and Corsa, with GT being the default, Max Range limiting throttle response, and Corsa for track use, which includes a readout of the battery temperature via the digital dash. The new GranTurismo is wholly unique from the ground up, with no ties to any existing vehicles in the Stellantis group's extended family.

After 5 years of development, we can finally see what the sheet metal looks like and learn a little more about its powertrains. Read on to find out more about the new Maserati GranTurismo.

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The 2023 Maserati GranTurismo Lineup Drops the V8 Powerplant

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For the 2023 GranTurismo, Maserati is replacing the existing naturally aspirated V8 engine with the new Nettuno turbo V6 engine from the MC20 supercar because it is more fuel-efficient. And besides having a distinctive twin-combustion design with Formula 1 racing origins, the engine is lively. In the GranTurismo, the engine works with an eight-speed automatic transmission to make 483 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque on the Modena model, and up to 542 horsepower and 479 pound-feet on the Trofeo.

Despite being an entry-level model, the Maserati GranTurismo Modena will deliver a vibrant performance, with all the power effortlessly transferred to the road thanks to the standard four-wheel drive.

With a strong 750 HP and four-wheel drive, the all-electric Folgore will be the most powerful GranTurismo variant. Maserati expects the Folgore to sprint to 62 mph in 2.7 seconds, and up to 124 mph acceleration in 8.8 seconds. We love its enormous T-shaped battery, known as the "T-bone," which fits into the same area as the engine, gearbox, and tail shaft of the petrol-powered car. Although the Folgore loses 40 liters (1.4 cubic foot) of cargo space and weighs around 882 lbs more than the petrol counterpart, the battery's central and low-set placement won’t impact its performance or handling.

An Updated List Of Tech And Safety Of The New Maserati Gran Turismo

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Once inside, the GranTurismo's three digital displays—a curved 12.2-inch digital instrument cluster and a combination of 12.3-inch and 8.8-inch touchscreens for entertainment and air conditioning—will immediately catch your attention. The GranTurismo received a digital device capable of capabilities like as visual feedback via voice commands, replacing the typical analog clock on the dashboard. The infotainment system includes an "intelligent assistant" that runs Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard. Plus, you can control the air-conditioning temperature and fan speed via gestures.

The GranTurismo’s safety and convenience features include all the desirable goodies, such as radar cruise control, lane centering assist (allowing 'Level 2' assisted driving), front and rear autonomous emergency braking, as well as lane-keep assist.

To assist with parking, a 'virtual wall' of digital blocks in the dash display changes color based on the closeness of an impediment to the rear parking sensors. The audiophiles will enjoy listening to music from the GranTurismo’s Sonus Faber audio system, which features up to 19 speakers and 1195 watts of power. In addition to a surround-view camera, the GranTurismo boasts a "dynamic road view" that projects a 3D picture of adjacent cars onto the digital dashboard when you engage the driver-assistance systems.

The New Maserati Gran Turismo: The Folgore Gains A Distinct Visual Identity

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The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is nearly identical to the gasoline-powered variants, sharing the long, low-slung silhouette and richly polished front end with a jewel-like grille, and other styling elements. The front lower wings have the marque's signature triple ovals, while the C-pillars have a Maserati trident badge.

The aerodynamic wheels and a rear end that lacks the four-pipe exhaust outlets for the V6 automobiles serve as visual indicators of the Folgore trim. Also, the automobile has a slightly different front end since it requires less cooling than a petrol engine, which reduces drag by around 7 percent. The brand placed the charging port in the rear bumper, just below the left LED tail light.

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The 2023 Maserati GranTurismo: Pricing And Release Date

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The 2023 Maserati GranTurismo will be available in early 2023. Maserati intends to release the V6 gasoline-powered vehicles first, with prices beginning at $170,000, although pricing isn’t yet finalized.

The electric Maserati GranTurismo Folgore will arrive later in 2023, priced from $200,000, placing it above Maserati's new car line-up, as well as the Ghibli and Levante SUV.

The new GranTurismo has stiff competition for the 2023 model year. The gas-propelled version will compete with the Porsche 911, BMW 8 Series, and Bentley Continental GT, while the GranTurismo Folgore EV will square up against the Audi e-Tron GT, Porsche Taycan, and the Tesla Model S.

Source: Maserati