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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Charles Bradley – June 18, 2026

Maserati Reveals GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Grecale Updates For 2027

For over a century, Maserati has been mastering a specific art form: the Italian grand tourer. Now, as its iconic Trident badge celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, the Modena-based house is executing a bold pivot toward the future – without losing the soul that has defined it for 112 years. The latest iterations of the GranTurismo, GranCabrio, and Grecale for the 2027 model year represent a profound evolution. This is a recalibration of Maserati's luxury performance, balancing elite Italian craftsmanship with cutting-edge engineering. “With the new Trident range, we are strengthening the distinctive quality that has always defined us: Italian Gran Turismo,” says Santo Ficili, Maserati’s COO. “For over 112 years, we have interpreted contemporary luxury in a distinctive way and aim to grow further in this segment, expanding our product offering and investing in the technologies that best express its character: from the development of iconic powertrains such as the V6 Nettuno to the evolution of the performance of the Folgore range, with a technological strategy aligned with the expectations of our customers.” This milestone year also honors a legendary bloodline. As well as a century of the Trident emblem, it’s the anniversary of Alfieri Maserati’s historic victory at the 1926 Targa Florio behind the wheel of the Tipo 26. That direct link between motorsport and the road remains unbroken. The new design language, initially forged on the track with the hyper-exclusive MCXtrema, now breathes directly through the lines of the new road-going lineup. All its cars now feature more horizontal, sharper, and more aggressive front ends – first brought to the road with GT2 Stradale, and refined with the MC20 replacement, the MCPURA. Purest Expression of a Grand Tourer At the core of the brand's identity sit the GranTurismo and GranCabrio – two machines engineered for crossing continents at high speeds with unmistakable Italian flair. While the GranTurismo remains the definitive luxury coupe, the GranCabrio translates that experience into a proper four-seat, open-air cockpit, insulated by a bespoke fabric soft top engineered for perfect acoustic and thermal serenity. Maserati has dialed up both the aesthetics and the muscle for the new model year: The flagship Trofeo variants now extract a fierce 582 horsepower from Maserati’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 Nettuno engine – a 40-hp bump over the previous year. Armed with 479 lb-ft of torque, the engine utilizes Formula 1-derived pre-chamber combustion for immediate, explosive throttle response. For those who view a luxury car as a canvas, Maserati’s Fuoriserie customization program has been dramatically expanded. The exterior palette welcomes seven sophisticated new shades, including Green Jupiter Matte, Blu Denim, and Oro Lirico. Inside, the cabin can be tailored with rich Bordeaux leathers, Nude Alcantara, and deep Mahogany trim. GranCabrio buyers can even customize the fabric of the soft top itself through the specialized Bespoke program. Dual Philosophies: Nettuno V6 vs Folgore Electric Maserati continues to offer its innovative internal combustion engines as well as full-electric options. The electric Folgore variants represent the cutting edge of EV engineering, utilizing an advanced 800-volt architecture. Driven by three electric motors, the system unleashes a staggering 751+ horsepower. Features include: Dynamic Handling: Two rear motors deliver precise, instantaneous torque vectoring. Low-Slung Physics: Instead of a heavy floor-pan slab, the 92.5-kWh battery uses a unique ‘T-bone’ layout, preserving the car's ultra-low center of gravity and classic sports car proportions. Blistering Velocity: The GranTurismo Folgore maxes out at 202 mph, while the GranCabrio Folgore claims the title of the fastest fully electric cabriolet in its segment at 180 mph. Range & Efficiency: A revised energy management algorithm extends the GranTurismo Folgore’s range beyond 250 miles, while an innovative AWD Disconnect system physically decouples the front axles in 500 milliseconds to maximize cruising efficiency. For the internal combustion purists, the continuous refinement of the gas-powered Nettuno V6 ensures that mechanical emotion and a roaring exhaust note remain readily available. The Grecale: Elevating its Luxury SUV The updated Maserati Grecale proves that utilitarian capability doesn't require sacrificing the soul of a grand tourer. The Grecale also arrives with a redesigned front fascia – lower, wider, and visually tethered to the brand's supercar lineup. Inside, the cabin is an exercise in tactile luxury, blending premium leathers, open-pore woods, and raw carbon fiber with a redesigned steering wheel and an updated digital clock. The big news for the lineup is the introduction of a 385-horsepower iteration of the Nettuno V6, bridge-gapping the lineup with this F1-derived combustion technology. Meanwhile, the Grecale Trofeo remains the undisputed heavyweight, pumping out 523 horsepower and rocketing from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds on its way to a 177 mph top speed. For the eco-conscious luxury buyer, the all-electric Grecale Folgore sees major software updates, boasting enhanced range via optimized aerodynamics and smarter energy algorithms. Digital Innovation, Conscious Luxury The modern Maserati ownership experience begins long before the keys are handed over. A new, cinematic online configurator uses photorealistic digital rendering to match the in-dealership design studio experience. Clients can visualize custom Fuoriserie stitching and paint finishes across any device with flawless accuracy. Furthermore, luxury at Maserati is becoming more mindful. Interior leathers are now sourced exclusively from suppliers certified by the Leather Working Group, ensuring the brand's signature opulence meets rigorous global sustainability standards. Maserati tells duPont REGISTRY that the first of the ICE-powered models are planned for delivery to the United States in October, with the BEV Folgore models following soon after in December. These vehicles represent far more than a routine model-year update. As Maserati honors a century of the Trident, this lineup proves that the future of Italian luxury isn't about conformity – it's about marrying breathtaking beauty with raw, emotional performance. View All Maseratis For Sale Images: Maserati

Maserati Brings Italian Automotive Excellence To The Olympics

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 13, 2026

Maserati Showcases Grecale & More At The Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics are currently underway, and Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are buzzing with excited fans, an incredible concentration of athletic excellence, and international community. Maserati, one of the most influential and historic automotive names in the Olympics’ host country, has a special presence at this year’s games, including a host of experiences and showcases in the scenic locations of Cortina. Casa Maserati is the main presence of Maserati at the Olympics. There, at the Alajmo Cortina restaurant in Località Ronco, an immersive space welcomes guests to the world of Maserati with sophisticated design, cuisine, furnishings, and more. The Maserati Grecale Cristallo Special Edition was on display just outside. Several brand ambassadors and partners participated in the event, including Roberto Bolle and Chef Massimiliano Alajmo, and Giorgetti with its collaborative furniture collection with Maserati. Inspired by the location and the spirit of the Winter Olympics, the Maserati Grecale Critsallo Special Edition features a unique configuration inspired by Italian alpine environments and winter beauty. Its exterior color Azzurro Aureo, a Fuoriserie color inspired by the shimmer of snowcapped slopes. The luxury SUV was previewed during the passage of the Olympic Flame at Maserati’s historic Modena plant, and was just part of the brand’s commitment to showcasing Italian heritage at this year’s Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. View All Maserati Grecale For Sale <- Gallery -> Image Source: Maserati

By Tyler Rampersaud – February 03, 2026

Maserati Reveals New Grecale Modena V6

The Maserati Grecale is an important piece of the historic brand’s latest chapter. It has all the makings of a successful model for Maserati, like the practicality and luxury of its SUV body style, the Italian craftsmanship and heritage that Maserati is celebrated for, and compelling performance through various available powertrains with a wide variety of trims, as well. That versatility is improving even further for the North American market, as Maserati has announced the new Grecale Modena V6. Available for the United States and Canada, the new Maserati Grecale Modena V6 was created as part of Maserati’s customer-centered lineup strategy, offering customers the Modena trim level with the V6 engine’s power delivery, sound experience, specifically a variant of the celebrated 3.0-liter twin-turbo Nettuno V6 with 385 hp and 368 lb/ft of torque. While the Trofeo variant has 523 horsepower, the Modena V6 is tuned to have greater responsiveness at low revs for everyday driving enjoyment, especially with its all-wheel drive system. An 8-speed transmission, an electronic limited-slip differential, adaptive air suspension, and a host of driving modes make the new Maserati Grecale Modena V6 an enjoyable drive in various different situations, and features like a set of staggered 21-inch wheels, a quad exhaust with sport valves, and more add significant style. <- Gallery -> With V6 power added to the Modena trim level, Maserati Grecale customers in the North American market now have more choice than ever before, and starting at $84,500 in the United States, a new option exists between the four-cylinder Maserati Grecale, and the high-performance Trofeo model. View All Maserati Grecale For Sale Image Source: Maserati

By Tyler Rampersaud – January 09, 2026

Maserati Unveils New Grecale Cristallo Special Edition

Monte Cristallo is one of the most iconic peaks in Italy’s Dolomites mountain range. Home to stunning natural beauty, the unique vistas the peak offers served as the inspiration for the new Maserati Grecale Cristallo, a special edition of Maserati’s iconic luxury SUV, and its special configuration is an homage to the elegance, balance, and majesty of the mountain. A new, exclusive, Fuoriserie exterior color called Azzurro Aureo is the color of the new Maserati Grecale Cristallo, transforming what would just be a gorgeous shade of blue into a dynamic, shifting color that evokes the snow and wintry alpine beauty of Monte Cristallo with golden mica. Inside, the premium leather upholstery in the new Maserati Grecale Cristallo is done in the Ghiaccio color, and a unique set of Maserati accessories further enhances the special edition. These accessories include self-leveling logo center caps in the 21-inch diamond-cut aluminium CRIO design wheels, branded valve caps, custom courtesy lighting, and branded front floor mats. In addition, the Cristallo special edition is available to be ordered for the Modena, Trofeo, and Folgore variants of the Grecale, allowing a wide range of driving experiences along with the beautiful and luxurious special edition of the model. Maserati’s historic manufacturing site on Viale Ciro Menotti in Modena, Italy, is where the vehicle was unveiled, where stage 32 of the Olympic Torch Relay through Italy was held. A legendary venue that served as the cradle for much of Maserati’s cherished legacy and heritage, the first ten Grecale Cristallo vehicles were on display at the headquarters, inaugurating a new chapter of the Grecale with a captivating special edition. View All Maserati Grecale For Sale Image Source: Stellantis

A dark gray Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV, featuring advanced EV tech, is parked on a concrete surface in front of modern glass buildings and a historic stone building.

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 29, 2025

Maserati Updates Grecale Folgore EV Tech For 2026

Maserati updates its electric SUV for a new year. The anticipated introduction of the Maserati Grecale a few years ago marked the opening of a new chapter for the historic Italian luxury manufacturer. However, the model’s initial launch as the brand’s second SUV preceded an even bigger change for Maserati: the Maserati Grecale Folgore, which eventually emerged as one of the first all-electric models to wear the legendary Trident. Now, the Grecale Folgore has been thoroughly updated for the 2026 model year, and those updates have made the all-electric luxury performance SUV better than it’s ever been. Greater efficiency and improved autonomy are the biggest highlights of the Grecale Folgore’s improvement for 2026, and the entire Grecale lineup alongside it has been updated with added colors and finishes from the Fuoriserie program, both for the interior and the exterior. Enhancing the efficiency of the 2026 Maserati Grecale Folgore, a new AWD-Disconnect System has been added to the BEV SUV. With it, power only goes to the rear wheels when the functionality of all-wheel drive isn’t required, reducing the energy consumption of the Grecale Folgore, and increasing its range to roughly 360 miles. Transitioning between rear and all-wheel drive with the system takes only 500 milliseconds, using a seamless process that optimizes energy savings. In addition to that system, the 2026 Maserati Grecale Folgore also features an improved version of its EV Routing, a feature of the navigation system that takes battery life into account and routes with charging stations. Dynamic Range Mapping shows the driver the maximum distance available on the map, adapting based on driving habits for the most informed trip planning for drivers yet. With its technology and luxury thoroughly improved for a new model year, the new 2026 Maserati Grecale Folgore is the greatest expression of the luxury Italian electric SUV yet. View All Maserati Grecale Folgore For Sale Image Source: Maserati

A Maserati Grecale Tributo red SUV drives on a dirt road lined with trees under a clear blue sky, with fields visible in the background.

By Tyler Rampersaud – October 14, 2025

Maserati Reveals New Grecale Tributo Il Bruciato

Maserati’s latest one-offs combine the Italian luxury of the Trident and fine wine. First created in 2002, Il Bruciato is both a wine and an ode to Bolgheri, a unique and geologiaclly beautiful region for winemaking. The wine is made at Guado al Tasso Estate, which is owned by Marchesi Antinori, one of the world’s oldest and most revered winemaking families. In a new collaboration with Maserati, Marchesi Antinori and Maserati’s Fuoriserie bespoke customization program have created a new series of one-offs based on Maserati’s Grecale luxury SUV, called Grecale Tributo Il Bruciato. Capturing both the renowned Italian luxury and heritage of Maserati and Il Bruciato wine, the collaboration is the beautiful result of the know-how and expertise of Maserati’s ultra-luxurious Fuoriserie bespoke department and that of the winemaking experts behind Il Bruciato. The design of the Tributo Il Bruciato is inspired by the stunning nature of the vineyard at grape harvest season. Alchimia Scarlatta, the exterior color of the one-off series, uses Chromaflair pigments to create a dazzling finish reminiscent of red wine in motion in a glass. Special 21-inch wheels contribute to the unique aesthetic of the SUV, and the leather interiors feature tan and dark red upholstery, with dedicated “cannelloni” (ribbed weave) details, and an embroidered headrest logo in dark red. A panoramic sunroof and a 14-speaker Sonus faber sound system make the Grecale Tributo Il Bruciato’s luxury stand out even further. A beautiful homage to a characteristically luxurious Italian wine, and a bespoke take on Maserati’s iconic luxury SUV alike, the new Maserati Grecale Tributo Il Bruciato is a masterclass in Italian luxury excellence. View All Maserati Grecale For Sale Image Source: Maserati

A matte gray, all-electric Maserati Grecale Folgore SUV is parked near palm trees by a waterfront in the sunny Florida Keys under a clear sky with scattered clouds.

By Charles Bradley – June 28, 2025

Living with Maserati’s All-Electric Grecale Folgore: A We...

Let’s get one thing straight: I’ve driven battery electric vehicles before, Teslas and the like, so I know all about their amazing acceleration (despite the extra weight) and super-quiet running. However, I hadn’t ever ‘lived’ with one of these cars for an extended period, testing its range and charging requirements in real-world scenarios. Adding an extra layer of jeopardy is the fact that this road trip celebrates my 10th wedding anniversary! My wife and I would like to remember this for all the right reasons, not for getting stuck in the back of beyond… The opportunity arose following a conversation with Maserati Formula E driver Jake Hughes at the Miami E-Prix. As we spoke, a Maserati Grecale Folgore passed by, prompting Hughes to share his daily experiences with the model. He praised its smoothness, instant torque, and comfort, noting how much he missed it during a return to a combustion engine vehicle. The only drawback, he rued, was the lack of charging infrastructure in his homeland, the UK. And this is where my number one concern lay: Range anxiety. Having run out of fossil-fuel gas once in my life (thanks to an electronic tripmeter that was lying to me) that was one time too many for me. So, it sure wasn’t about to happen on my first week of electric motoring. Inspired, I arranged a loan of the 2025 Maserati Grecale Folgore, priced at $135,855 with options. The SUV arrived with a 91% state of charge, sufficient for our initial drive from South Beach to Key Largo. As luck would have it, our chosen villa just happened to have an Electrify America charging point less than half a mile away (trust me, this wasn’t planned) – although it was a little alarming to discover that the only other option was in Key West… That journey would be 168 miles, which was doable but rather pushing it! Instead, our journey was a more manageable 72 miles. Once on the road, it was clear that the Grecale Folgore’s road manners are excellent. I’d heard a few unflattering stories about this model’s bumpy ride and handling in all-electric form, but it seems that was limited to pre-production cars, and this all-electric Folgore model felt just as comfortable as its ICE-powered counterpart. The instant throttle response helped navigate Miami’s Dolphin Expressway Sunday drivers, but as soon as I hit the Florida Turnpike for the big turn south, there’s a cloud on my horizon... An actual black cloud, that’s obliterated my horizon! The Folgore’s super-quiet electric motors made my phone’s ‘severe thunderstorm warning’ alarm all the easier to hear, and we plunged into a classic summertime Florida monsoon. Despite driving this car for the very first time, I felt confident of its wet-weather abilities, and its heavy curb weight, plus four-wheel drive, helped carve through the waves, as we ploughed into deeper and deeper water. As the lightning flashed, and the thunder rolled from all angles, it was the kind of driving conditions that if you went near a truck, you’d risk getting swamped by its bow wave. Finally, after a good 20 minutes of 35mph chugging along through the storm with the wipers going at maximum speed, we finally came out the other side and were soon back motoring in the sunshine. Now on U.S. 1, as the road narrowed to the classic single-lane main artery of the Keys, I could relax my grip on the wheel and focus on how my range was getting on. Pretty good was the answer, and as we arrived at our destination for check-in, the SOC states the Grecale is in the low 60s. So, perhaps aided by me pootling along through the rain in MaxRange mode, that’s effectively only a third of the battery spent for 75 miles. With vacation mode engaged, as we’re hanging here for the first four days, our trips out are for meals and local sightseeing only. But with a shift of location to Tavernier up next, I decide it’s prescient to do a top-up charge while we’re close to that charging station at Tradewinds. Thanks to some tutelage from our road tester Gabriel Vega Cortés, I arrive at the charging station with my Electrify America app in hand and some cash pre-loaded in the account. Gabe reckons that sometimes the chargers can be a little funky to get going if you drive them from unit’s screen, plus in bright sunlight it’s a squinty task just like the gas station. I hook up the heavy cable to the Grecale, for my first-ever electric charge, and it’s an immediate ‘no’ from the machine. Despite a satisfying clunk from the plug/socket it says the connection is no good. Er, OK… hello range-anxiety panic! Good thing this is just a trial run that I don’t really need. But now it feels like I do… I repeat the process, and this time all is well. I swipe right on my EA app, and it’s off and running. The Folgore’s green lights next to the connector are happily flashing away to confirm electricity is flowing, so safe in the knowledge it’s charging, I lock the car and head off to Publix for groceries. After 38 minutes, which includes a browse of an outlet mall, my app is showing an SOC of 93%. As my mentor Gabe suggests, charging is a law of diminishing returns past 80%, and it slows down substantially as you get closer to 100. Happy with my lot, and at a cost of $22.77, I disconnect the cable and set off on the short hop to Tavernier. After pottering around there for a few more days, our full final day of vacation involves an 88-mile round trip to the Turtle Hospital in Marathon, and after a fun time feeding some recovering sea-loving reptiles, on this drive I have a good play through the Grecale’s drive modes – including Offroad (as we take a couple of gravel avenues), GT and Sport. All seem fit for purpose, with Sport mode the most fun as it ratchets up the motor noise and squats the suspension down. There aren’t many corners in the Keys to push any limits, but it’s clearly a car you could have fun in, and jumping into small gaps at junctions is easy with that instant throttle response. Even with 550 hp on tap, there were no nasty neck-snapping surprises when I gave it full beans to hit the speed limit asap. In the cockpit, the column-mounted shift paddles are now tasked with adjusting the intensity of the Folgore’s regenerative braking system. I loved the one-pedal driving that allowed for, with maximum regen selected, but I didn’t quite get the sense in having the flappy paddles in the way of the indicator/wiper stalks. The gear selectors themselves are buttons sandwiched between its central displays, which upon first drive was a little unintuitive. I really liked some of the exterior design cues, which I noticed were sporty enough to get some admiring glances – even from Porsche Macan owners – on multiple occasions. And my wife liked the interior design, which was copper-themed. Overall, it was both very pleasing on the eye and comfortable across our journey. Ahead of the 77-mile return journey home, and with the battery down in the 50% range after our longest drive yet, I return to the charging station and couple up to the same unit at Tradewinds I used a few days earlier. Again, it refuses to comply the first time but looks to be working at the second time of asking. But as I browse the nearby outlet mall, I check the app: It’s stopped charging after just two minutes. I go back, try again. This time I stay with the car, and the same thing happens after 1m55s. By Zeus, just give me some charge! Annoyed, I decide to switch chargers. There are two ‘up to 350kW’ stations here and the other one is available (a Genesis, impressively down to just 7% SOC, is hooked up to a ‘up to 150kW’ so I’m immediately suspicious that the higher-powered ones aren’t working) and I try the other one. This time, it’s a qualified success. The system works first time, and after a 45-minute charge I set off for home armed with 93% again. Max charging speed was 78kW, with 37.7kWh delivered for a grand total of $22.69. I will get home! Charging electric cars is a doddle, when it works. Like Maserati’s racing ace Jake Hughes says, the electric car lifestyle is brilliant until a long distance, and that range anxiety, rears its head. As a city cruiser, Maserati’s Grecale Folgore is an excellent car; it looks great, it’s nippy through traffic, and I can confirm it’ll handle a big storm with ease. But if it was my daily driver for longer drives, I feel I’d have to become an expert in charging station locations, rather than ‘I’m getting low on gas, I’ll be sure to stop at the next station I see.’ As more and more full-electric cars are sold, is the infrastructure in America keeping up? According to reports, in the fourth quarter of 2024 some 433,843 full EVs were registered, while only 9,701 new public chargers were added – a ratio of about 45 new EVs for every new public charging port. This means a national average of 30 EVs per public charging port, highlighting the strain on charging demand – and, of course, their reliability. Maybe my range anxiety isn’t misplaced after all… View All Maserati Grecale Folgores For Sale

An orange 2025 Maserati Grecale SUV is parked beside a blooming pink tree near a reflective lake, with a red cloth draped over part of the car.

By Tyler Rampersaud – April 21, 2025

Maserati Reveals MY2025 Grecale Updates

Maserati expands the range of its new SUV. Maserati introduced its second SUV model recently, the Grecale, and with its smaller size and spirited driving character, it’s proved to be a popular choice for its practicality and driving enjoyment among luxury performance SUV buyers. With a wide variety of powertrains including a four-cylinder engine, Maserati’s performance-oriented Nettuno V6, and even an all-electric powertrain in the Maserati Grecale Folgore. Now, with a new announcement, Maserati has decided to expand the Grecale range with a new “Grecale” variant. Now, the Grecale variant joins the Grecale Modena, the Grecale Trofeo, and the Grecale Folgore for the 2025 model year. With a four-cylinder mild hybrid engine, the new Grecale boasts a robust 295 horsepower, and is outfitted with 20-inch wheels and a premium leather interior. Meanwhile, the Modena features 21-inch wheels with a 325-hp engine, a limited-slip differential and adaptive suspension, the Trofeo boasts a 525-hp Nettuno V6, and the Folgore boasts a 550-hp electric powertrain. Also for the 2025 model year, the new Maserati Grecale has 11 available exterior colors, including beautiful new matte, metallic, and multi-layered hues. Thanks to Fuoriserie, Maserati’s new bespoke department, the new Maserati Grecale features an expanded level of interior customization, as well. With a new trim level and more customization than ever, Maserati’s second SUV is ready to build a larger legacy. View All Maserati Grecales For Sale Image Source: Maserati

By Gabriel Vega – September 19, 2023

2023 Maserati Grecale Trofeo Review: Supple Speed

When it comes time to build a performance-oriented SUV or crossover, carmakers have an ever-growing toolbox to make them handle well despite their high-riding mass, from infinitely adjustable air springs to active anti-roll bars and even custom-made rubber. The days in which sloppy handling was just something we'd come to expect from tall vehicles with massively powerful engines are way behind us. However, in pursuing this physics-defying performance, manufacturers often over-stiffen them, almost forgetting where these SUVs will spend most of their time. Sure, it may rip up a back road like a sports car, but what good is that if it shakes your teeth out on the way to the grocery store? Enter the 2023 Maserati Grecale Trofeo, a 523-horsepower crossover that finds an often-overlooked sweet spot. Despite the massive output from its MC20-sourced twin-turbo V6, the Trofeo sets aside all-out performance to deliver an exciting but comfortable, balanced driving experience ideal for daily use. It may not be the sharpest tool to carve a canyon but trust me, you wouldn't want it to be. Engine 3.0-Liter Twin-Turbocharged V6 Horsepower 523 Torque 457 0-60 3.6 Seconds Base Price $106,995 (Including Destination Fees) As-Tested Price $120,095 The Trofeo sits at the top of the Grecale food chain, at least until the electric Folgore dethrones it soon. So we're stuck with only 523 hp and 457 pound-feet from a revised MC20-sourced twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6. Combined with a quick-shifting eight-speed auto and all-wheel drive, this Nettuno engine propels the Trofeo to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds, 120 mph in 12.5 seconds, and up to 177 mph. On paper, the hottest Grecale is quicker than a Macan GTS, matches the outgoing Mercedes-AMG GLC63, and falls slightly behind the BMW X3 M Competition, all crossovers with similar power outputs. Does this matter in the real world? Unless you're planning on drag racing your luxury performance crossover, a two-tenth-second difference is imperceptible where you'd actually drive it. What matters is that the Grecale feels very quick. Maserati's 90-degree Nettuno V6 may not be as exotic as the Ferrari-sourced V8 powering the outgoing Levante Trofeo, but it's perfectly at home under the Grecale’s hood. Its revisions include using a wet sump rather than a dry one and cylinder deactivation, allowing it to temporarily shut off its right bank to increase efficiency. Five drive modes, Comfort, GT, Sport, Race, and Off-Road, adjust its response and sound. Turned up in Race mode, the turbo six responds quickly to throttle inputs with a surge of low-end torque. While it's perfectly happy cruising along at low revs, it quickly comes alive when provoked. Peak power comes in at 6,500 rpm, which, thanks to short gear ratios, is always accessible as you work your way up its eight speeds. While powerful, the Nettuno isn't overly vocal, despite Trofeo's quad exhaust tips. While you'll get more of a low-end rumble in Sport and Race modes, it hardly screams as you work your way up the rev range. Instead, it shouts between gear changes with an unmistakable bang as you upshift under load. Lift off slightly, and it quiets down, but everyone will know when you're on it. The Trofeo comes standard with air springs and adaptive shocks, allowing six ride height levels tied to specific drive modes. However, you can independently raise and lower it via a separate menu. Its stiffness, however, is separately controlled by a button mounted on its steering wheel, allowing you to select softer damper settings while retaining full engine performance. Comfort and GT mode are truly plush, even by non-performance crossover standards. With lightened steering effort and reduced throttle sensitivity, these modes hide the Trofeo's performance intentions well while remaining a quick cruiser. Click up to Sport, the ride height drops and its dampers stiffen, but only slightly. It's still reasonably comfortable, even with its now weighted steering and sharper throttle response. Step up to Race, and the Trofeo becomes as responsive as possible, but curiously, its suspension is still reasonably compliant. On a canyon road, the Grecale Trofeo feels as quick as its competitors as it claws its way out of tight bends thanks to its all-wheel-drive system. Despite its hefty 4,629-pound curb weight, its body motions are well controlled, remaining relatively stable even as you begin to push it. Its limits, however, are lower than an equivalent Porsche, Mercedes-AMG, or BMW as it tends to understeer quicker than its rivals. Its steering, although quick, doesn't transmit much feedback, nor is its front end razor sharp as you turn into a bend, and its six-piston Brembo brakes are easy to overwhelm after back-to-back runs. That said, you really have to push the Grecale Trofeo to notice these differences. At a leisurely pace, its performance is on par with the competition. You'd need a track or a twisty mountain road to tell them apart. Where it excels is on the ride home from a quick drive. Even in Race mode with the dampers in their stiffest setting, the Grecale is still compliant. Road imperfections aren't immediately transmitted through the cabin, making it easy to forget you're in the maximum performance mode, to begin with, a trade-off I'd accept in a heartbeat. Its excellent suspension calibration couples with the same premium cabin I first encountered in the Modena a few months ago, except it's improved in the Trofeo with the addition of exposed carbon fiber trim, trim-specific stitching patterns, and more aggressive seats with enhanced side bolsters. Oddly enough, these chairs are the firmest part of the Trofeo. They offer minimal padding, yet they're still reasonably comfortable on longer drives, considering they're the only available option. The rest of the cabin carries over from lower trim levels, including its two horizontal infotainment and control screens and separate digital instrument cluster. While I wasn't a fan of the Levante Trofeo's interior materials, the Grecale is a massive step in the right direction. Its interior's quality and build are befitting of a performance crossover starting over six figures, but more on that later. Although the Grecale is slightly smaller in every dimension than the outgoing Levante, it's just about the perfect size for most people. There's plenty of room for adults in its second row and cargo space out back despite its sloping roof. For the average family, the Grecale should tick all the boxes. Its smaller proportions help it from a visual aspect, too. The Grecale, even in base form, is a good-looking little crossover. It's elegant, stylish, and not over the top. Yet despite its comparatively restrained exterior, it's immediately recognizable as a Maserati and as something different than its closest competitors. The Trofeo builds on this solid base with more aggressive front and rear bumpers, including a massive diffuser flanked by quad exhaust tips. 21-inch wheels come standard with summer tires, although a second set of 21s with a polished two-tone finish is available for an extra $3,100. Despite it being the highest-performing trim, for now at least, the Trofeo doesn't shout that it's the fast one. Instead, it sets itself apart from the other trim levels with its sharpened details, not losing the stylishness that makes the Grecale appealing overall. Being a Maserati, the Grecale Trofeo is positioned at a higher price point than its German rivals. Including a $1,495 destination fee, its base price is $106,995. My tester, with its options like its $3,100 Driver Assistance Plus Package, $1,100 Techssistance Package, and $4,200 Premium Plus Package, comes in at $120,095. A similarly optioned Porsche Macan GTS comes in a hair below $100,000, while an equally athletic BMW X3 M Competition costs even less. And while the Grecale is slightly larger than these competitors and offers better interior materials, you'll still pay a premium if you want one on your driveway. Regardless of which brand you look at, most performance carmakers have a quick and capable crossover in their portfolio. They have to at this point. However, while there may be ever-rising benchmarks, fewer options successfully balance all-out performance and everyday comfort. It's an increasingly overlooked sweet spot. By focusing on this with its suspension calibration, the Trofeo excels where it matters most: the daily commute. In these scenarios, it's exciting enough to be interesting without simultaneously pummeling you over bumps. It wouldn't be my choice for a canyon blast, but for daily use, it’s damn good. View All Maserati Grecale Trofeos For Sale

By Gabriel Vega – May 04, 2023

2023 Maserati Grecale Modena Review: A Strong Contender

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