10 Things To Know About The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore

As the second electric vehicle introduced by Maserati, the GranTurismo Folgore boasts of high performance, top technology, and an incredible design.

Expensive, exclusive, and enchanting, the Italian automaker giant, Maserati has captivated the automobile market since its inauguration in 1914. Although Maserati offers a limited lineup, its unique designs and high-performing vehicles have helped establish its footprint within the automobile market. Over the decades, the manufacturer has released sedans, coupes, and SUVs. With the world becoming more conscious about the Earth and the impact of gas-fueled vehicles on its environment, many high-end automakers have begun manufacturing all-electric vehicles and Maserati isn't any different. Within the Maserati EV lineup exists two enchanting vehicles - the Maserati 2024 Grecale Folgore and the GranTurismo Folgore. The Grecale Folgore is essentially the all-electric version of the Grecale SUV. However, the upcoming 2024 GranTurismo Folgore is another story altogether. An incredibly promising electric vehicle, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore will be the second all-electric vehicle launched by Maserati. Already making headlines, the market is heavily anticipating the release of Maserati GranTurismo Folgore specs. Here's all we know about it so far.

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In January 2022, Maserati announced a new technology for its powertrain - the Formula E-derived technology, which changed the landscape of EV racing forever. Maserati, with an unrivaled racing legacy, will be debuting a gen3 Formula E racing car with a high-performing powertrain that uses silicone carbide inverters to allow for a highly efficient flow of energy. The same powertrain will be used within the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore. This 2024 model also comes with three separate 300 kW permanent magnet motors, where one is attached at the front and two are attached at the rear. Combine that with Maserati's 800 Volt state-of-the-art battery, which powers the motors, and you’ve got an electric vehicle that delivers 560 kW.. The 2024 Maserati GranTurismo also has a massive torque output of 995 pound-feet and will have a power output of around 1,200 horsepower.

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore has much to offer, and one key aspect is that it is able to travel a distance of up to 280 miles on a single charge. This is courtesy of the 92.5 kWh battery, with the usable capacity being 83 kWh. Depending on the model, some electric vehicles are able to travel between 200 to 300 miles. There are now quite a few that have also breached the 400-mile mark. The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore, while not the best, doesn't rank too bad. Related: 10 Best Electric Sports Cars Of 2023

With Formula-E derived technology, one can only expect a lightening fast electric vehicle and Maserati is here to deliver. Within just 2.7 seconds the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is able to accelerate from 0 km/h to 100 km/h. The Folgore offers incredible acceleration capabilities with a top speed reaching up to 186 mph, which is 325 km/h. Despite its high acceleration, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is able to remain stable, which is heavily due to its low center of gravity. The Folgore also comes with an ideal distribution of weight courtesy of its T-bone battery layout, where the battery mass is distributed close to the roll axes.

With a mere 10 minutes of charging at any DC charging station across the United States, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore can gain a range of 62 miles or 100 kilometers. Like other luxury electric vehicles that have around the same price as the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore price, it features regenerative braking technology, which allows the vehicle to add energy by capturing and storing the kinetic energy created when the brake pedal is used. Therefore, when driven, the Folgore continues to replenish its energy. Maserati also provides buyers of the GranTurismo Folgore with their very own wall box charging system with load-balancing technology, which they can install at any desired location. Using this wall box, you will have a charging capacity of three kW to 22 kW at your fingertips.

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A powerful electric vehicle, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore boasts a sleek aerodynamic design, which is evident from every angle. It features black Aero wheels, which are diamond cut and 20 to 21 inches wide. Splinters and diffusers at the front also help in accentuating the aerodynamic design of this electric vehicle. Its aerodynamic design and build allow it to whizz through the air, the power of which can be felt within every inch. With the Corsa and Sport driving modes, the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore offers an even more powerful drive, much like a sports vehicle with a V-8 engine. With a length of 195.2 inches (4,959 mm) and a width of 77 inches (1,957 mm), the Folgore is larger than an average-size coupe. However, due to its aerodynamic curvature, this coupe looks much more sleek yet athletic.

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is an all-electric vehicle that features electric capabilities that are noticeable from far away. It seems that the electric coupe not only features electric technology within its powertrain but also its exterior. Underneath the dark copper Folgore scripts, you will find side vents that illuminate with an eye-catching electric blue light once the EV is turned on using the on/off button. It also comes with anodized calipers and its grille featuring glossy black inserts is mounted on a silk black anodized base. Once the car is turned on, it is hard to miss the electric blue emitting from the Folgore allowing it to boast of itself as a zero-emission solution.

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The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore's interior is as memorizing and electrifying as its exterior. With a state-of-the-art infotainment center attached to the dashboard, the driver has access to a cluster of the latest technology. The infotainment center itself is 12.3 inches equipped with Google-based software that works with both iOS and Android. Alongside the infotainment center, you’ll find an 8.8-inch touchscreen dedicated to controlling the cabin climate. Technology has also been used in an incredibly conscious way as the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore comes with seats, pillars, and sun visors with upholstery made of sustainable materials. A regenerated form of nylon fibers, fishnets, and other plastic scraps has been used for the upholstery to create a premium fabric that is soft and matte. You’ll find this fabric used in the high-end fashion industry as well.

The quality of the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is that it has been created in a way that makes its shape exclusive yet its color scheme incredibly inclusive. Potential buyers will have the choice to choose a finish that fits their personality as it comes in two aesthetics that lie on opposite sides of the spectrum. The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore comes with an Ice or Denim aesthetic. Its Ice theme comes complete with ice stitching whereas, the Denim theme features copper stitching with black upholstery. You’ll find the appropriate theme continued within the panels and button-free dashboard of the electric vehicle. The entire look is then finished off with the use of leather printing and laser etching technology.

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The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore comes with an incredible charging system that assists the driver in every way possible. Using its navigation system, the infotainment system will calculate and display an estimated charging level of the Folgore at the end of the journey along with the best recharging points throughout the entire route. Key real-time information pertinent to the journey is also displayed at all times alongside the route, which includes the maximum distance that can be traveled with the current battery levels and available charging stations. The maximum distance is calculated based on the driving style used along with the type of road being traveled. The GranTurismo Folgore also comes with a home-charging wall box and a subscription plan for public charging stations that lasts for three years.

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is available with a pre-paid maintenance program that buyers can sign up for, thus ensuring that their premium electric vehicle is cared for at all times. Maserati's maintenance program focuses on key maintenance features, which include fixed prices locked in for spare components, labor, and consumables. The program covers the essentials, which include the coverage of any inspections and replacements. Owners of the GranTurismo Folgore can make use of its service indicator system, which reminds the owner of when the electric vehicle is due for its next service. Apart from coverage for the essentials, Maserati also provides premium coverage services for oil filters, air filters, pollen filters, and spark plugs.

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