Maserati GranTurismo MC Sport 2015 review
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Cars that have had so many birthdays don't really deserve to look that good, but the first impression of the GranTurismo is good - it's so pretty, and the Birdcage-inspired nose is getting better anyway.
They really don't deserve to be so attractive. The Maserati range continues to expand with the Ghibli, but it's the GranTurismo that's really getting the attention. And in this Sport Line look, you get some of the visual aggression of the Stradale without the hero-inducing ride.
| Maserati Granturismo 2015: Sport MC | |
|---|---|
| Safety Rating | - |
| engine's type | 4.7L |
| fuel type | Premium unleaded gasoline |
| Fuel efficiency | 16.4l / 100km |
| Landing | 4 Places |
| Price from | $137,100 |
Does it represent good value for money? What functions does it have? 6/10
GranTurismo MC Sport is available in two versions. Both have six-speed gearboxes, but one has a robotized manual transmission in the back, while our version had a ZF six-speed automatic that is connected directly to the engine.
The car weighs $295,000, which is $23,000 less than the Stradale. Both cars come standard with Poltrona Frau leather, carbon fiber trim inside and out, aluminum pedals, bi-xenon headlights, fog lights, front and rear parking sensors, 20-inch MSC alloy wheels, keyless entry, power seats, Alcantara headlining , cruise control. dual-zone climate control and power steering.
Unfortunately, it has been a long time since the GranTurismo entertainment system was first introduced to the world. It's a weird, cumbersome system that takes some getting used to, with buttons that don't always seem to do what they say on their label. Pairing the phone was difficult, and while most owners only do it once, it speaks volumes about the overall usability.
Having said that, the 11-speaker Bose stereo put out pretty good sound, and once the sat nav input method was deciphered, it worked surprisingly well given its fairly simple presentation on a seven-inch screen.
Is there anything interesting about its design? 8/10
As has been (indiscreetly) mentioned, this is a design that not only ages well, but also looks fairly fresh from most angles. The only disappointment is the large taillights, which look more fitting on something less exotic. It's also a very beautiful machine with a beautiful surface, the highlight of which are those beautiful pop-up fenders that direct your gaze down to the hood.
The inner packaging is not the GT's forte. Inside, it's pretty snug with a thick transmission tunnel that creates a narrow legroom.
On the Sport version, you get carbon-back seats that are thinner at the back, allowing for more space in the narrow rear bucket. They may be cozy, but there is a surprising amount of head and leg room. The white leather interior of this car may not have been to everyone's taste, but it was certainly beautifully put together.
The trunk is quite small, but it will fit more than, say, a Ferrari FF of the same size (but twice as expensive).
What safety equipment is installed? What is the safety rating? 6/10
The MC comes standard with six airbags, ABS, stability and traction control, and front and rear pretensioner and load limiter seat belts.
There is no ANCAP safety rating for GranTurismo.
Warranty and safety rating
Basic Warranty
3 years / unlimited mileage
guarantee
Verdict
The GranTurismo is an amazing car, from the most convincing engine sound on this side... well, anything... to the timeless, svelte bodywork. While its age is catching up in several areas (fuel consumption, in-car entertainment), most importantly, this Maserati still lights a fire in the stomach.
