Cover Incorporating tradition and innovation, the GranTurismo reinvents the grand tour (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
Incorporating tradition and innovation, the GranTurismo reinvents the grand tour (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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What is the difference between travelling and grand touring? While the former is simply going from A to B, the latter is all about the journey, moving quickly, elegantly and comfortably in the direction of the unknown, and discovering the unexpected along the way
When it comes to grand touring, few carmakers can boast the storied history of Maserati, which has been producing vehicles that embody grand touring’s golden era for more than 75 years.
The latest addition to the line-up is the new GranTurismo—the long-awaited update of the first-generation GranTurismo released in 2007. Available in two petrol V6-powered versions, the Modena and the sportier Trofeo, as well as the all-electric Folgore, the new generation of the GranTurismo combines the classic grand touring spirit with state-of-the-art driving technology and an ultra-luxurious interior.
Above Elegance and power converge in the timeless GranTurismo masterpiece (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
Elegance and power converge in the timeless GranTurismo masterpiece (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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With smooth, clean lines, a long bonnet and a muscular, wide stance, the GranTurismo is a sporty, elegant, quintessential grand tourer—not a big surprise from a marque that has been responsible for some of the most gorgeous-looking cars of the past three quarters of a century.
Above Maserati GranTurismo Modena (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
Maserati GranTurismo Modena (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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Inside the cabin, classic Italian craftsmanship and modern technology combine, with fine artistry and luxurious materials alongside a state-of-the-art user interface. This is undoubtedly a sports car, but one that is just as at home on a hot lap around a mountain circuit as it is eating up motorway miles. And unlike many competitors in its class, the GranTurismo is a genuine four-seater, with more than enough space to accommodate four adults comfortably.
Above The GranTurismo Modena graciously accommodates four adults in opulent comfort (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
The GranTurismo Modena graciously accommodates four adults in opulent comfort (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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Above The GranTurismo Modena (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
The GranTurismo Modena (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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When it comes to performance, the Modena is equipped with a 490CV 3.0-litre V6 Nettuno twin turbo engine, with all-wheel drive transmission, while the Trofeo uses the same engine and transmission but ekes out an extra 60CV. The Folgore, meanwhile, is equipped with three 300kW electric motors, raising the installed power to over 1,200CV, powered by an 800V battery, to achieve maximum available power of over 760CV.
Above Sumptuous luxury meets cutting-edge technology in the Modena's cabin (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
Sumptuous luxury meets cutting-edge technology in the Modena's cabin (Photo: Tatler Hong Kong/Alan Leong)
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Whichever version you go for, the signature GT spirit is there is spades. As Maserati says, “the others just travel”.
Credits
Content Direction: Kat Yeung
Art Direction: Charles Cheong & Matthew Crescenzo
Photography: Alan Leong from SGcarshoot
Producer: Josephine Pang
Location: Sentosa Development Corporation, The Barracks Hotel Sentosa & Marina at Keppel Bay
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