Luxury In Motion: Maserati's Grecale Gets A Chic New Update
Going beyond the typical SUV, this Maserati is a seamless blend of luxury, performance, and modern practicality – designed to match the pace of your day, whether you're dashing from a boardroom to a dinner reservation or escaping the city for the weekend.
For 2025, Maserati has refined its best-selling SUV with elevated design touches, enhanced performance across the Modena and Trofeo trims, and the introduction of the Grecale Folgore – the brand's first all-electric SUV, delivering 410 kW of silent, sustainable power. Photo: Supplied
Each model offers its own personality. The Modena sharpens performance with 330 hp, Matrix headlights and adaptive suspension, while the unapologetically bold Trofeo unleashes 530 hp from its V6 Nettuno engine – built for those who live life in the fast lane. The Folgore, meanwhile, represents the future, fusing Maserati DNA with zero-emission innovation.
Inside, the Grecale is an ode to contemporary Italian craftsmanship – elevated, tactile, and tailored. Leather tones like Chocolate or Ice/Black, minimalist tech integration, and a spacious five-seat configuration make for a refined cabin experience. With over 2,000 standard trim combinations and limitless options through Maserati's Fuoriserie personalisation programme, your Grecale becomes a true expression of individual style. Photo: Supplied
And yes, the colour palette is as fashion-forward as you'd expect. From soft, elegant hues like Blu Pastello to bold statements like Orange Devil with black callipers, it's all about aesthetic freedom.
Luxury goes far beyond the surface. The Sonus faber 3D sound system, with up to 21 speakers and 1,285 watts of power, turns every playlist or podcast into a cinematic experience. The dual touchscreen infotainment system with full smartphone integration puts intuitive control at your fingertips, whether you're setting the tone or navigating your day.
To make life even smoother, Maserati now offers streamlined service bundles, combining everything from extended warranties to brake replacements and pick-up and delivery – convenience without compromise, perfect for those who are consistently on the move, like us at GRAZIA.
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Luxury In Motion: Maserati's Grecale Gets A Chic New Update
For the woman who moves fast, makes bold choices, and refuses to compromise on style, Maserati's Grecale is about to become your next obsession. Going beyond the typical SUV, this Maserati is a seamless blend of luxury, performance, and modern practicality – designed to match the pace of your day, whether you're dashing from a boardroom to a dinner reservation or escaping the city for the weekend. For 2025, Maserati has refined its best-selling SUV with elevated design touches, enhanced performance across the Modena and Trofeo trims, and the introduction of the Grecale Folgore – the brand's first all-electric SUV, delivering 410 kW of silent, sustainable power. Photo: Supplied Each model offers its own personality. The Modena sharpens performance with 330 hp, Matrix headlights and adaptive suspension, while the unapologetically bold Trofeo unleashes 530 hp from its V6 Nettuno engine – built for those who live life in the fast lane. The Folgore, meanwhile, represents the future, fusing Maserati DNA with zero-emission innovation. Inside, the Grecale is an ode to contemporary Italian craftsmanship – elevated, tactile, and tailored. Leather tones like Chocolate or Ice/Black, minimalist tech integration, and a spacious five-seat configuration make for a refined cabin experience. With over 2,000 standard trim combinations and limitless options through Maserati's Fuoriserie personalisation programme, your Grecale becomes a true expression of individual style. Photo: Supplied And yes, the colour palette is as fashion-forward as you'd expect. From soft, elegant hues like Blu Pastello to bold statements like Orange Devil with black callipers, it's all about aesthetic freedom. Luxury goes far beyond the surface. The Sonus faber 3D sound system, with up to 21 speakers and 1,285 watts of power, turns every playlist or podcast into a cinematic experience. The dual touchscreen infotainment system with full smartphone integration puts intuitive control at your fingertips, whether you're setting the tone or navigating your day. To make life even smoother, Maserati now offers streamlined service bundles, combining everything from extended warranties to brake replacements and pick-up and delivery – convenience without compromise, perfect for those who are consistently on the move, like us at GRAZIA.
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