The Maserati GranTurismo has been with us in one form or another since 2007, but the Italian automaker has no immediate plans to replace it, today rolling out the updated model for 2018.
As is typically the case with Maserati, this refresh is of the very mild sort. A new ‘sharknose’ front bumper inspired by the Alfieri Concept adorns the front end and is joined by a different hexagon-pattern grille and new lower air intakes. A new rear bumper rounds out the exterior changes.
The biggest change to the interior com in the way of Maserati’s new 8.4-inch high-resolution touchscreen, which supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A new Harman Kardon audio system is also present and the drive mode select buttons have been moved to a more accessible spot next to the gear selector.
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The 4.7-liter V8 engine remains unchanged, as does the ZF-sourced six-speed automatic transmission. The standard GranTurismo Sport will sprint from 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.8 seconds, while the more performance oriented MC Stradale will do the same dance in 4.8 seconds. Top speed for the Sport is 185 mph (299 km/h) and 187 mph (301 km/h) for the MC Stradale.
The 2018 GranTurismo, along with the rest of the Maserati portfolio, was shown today outside of the New York Stock Exchange, where Maserati brand boss Reid Bigland had the honor of ringing the closing bell on Tuesday. It will arrive at dealers sometime later this year. Pricing has yet to be announced.
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