Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo (2026 - )

With its rich motorsport heritage, you can’t help but love a Maserati packed with Italian flair and character, along with dashing good looks. And the new GranTurismo marks the return of a Maserati icon that was first created 75 years ago and called the A6 1500.

Combining the performance expected of a sports car with comfort for distance cruising, the GranTurismo is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine that propels this powerhouse of a car to 62mph in just 3.5 seconds. But its not just grunt and pace, the model is beautifully agile when put through its paces and the drop-dead gorgeous looks are guaranteed to turn heads wherever it goes.

The interior is generously-equipped and the cabin is deceptively spacious too, making for a comfy cruiser, although frequent refuelling stops will be necessary as its quite a thirsty animal. Additionally, the price-tag may cause the odd gasp or two as it tops the scales at £144k before any optional extras have been added to the final check-out bill.

There is a choice of three models – the GranTurismo Modena has the same powertrain as the GranTurismo Trofeo (as tested) but the former has 490hp, while our car was souped up to 550hp. Alternatively, if you’re looking to go down the greener route, there is an electrified version called the GranTurismo Folgore with 761hp – this is the company’s first fully-electric model. 

The Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo’s dynamic styling immediately offers a not too subtle hint that the performance is going to be something special. And it doesn’t disappoint in the main.
Powered by a 3.0-litre V6 engine delivering 550hp and 650Nm of torque, the performance figures are not for the faint-hearted. Despite weighing in at 1,795kg, this car can blast to 62mph from a standing start in just 3.5 seconds and maxes out at 199mph.
There are drive modes to flick through called Comfort, GT, Sport and Corsa. Comfort is ideal for day-to-day pottering around town, while GT is the default mode and delivers a balanced performance which is also perfect for daily use. Then things get a little more interesting with the Sport mode offering the best dynamic performance for an exhilarating driving experience. Everything gains a certain edge, including the engine note which becomes more aggressive and vocal. The automatic gearbox becomes faster and the suspension set-up enhances the dynamics. Finally, Corsa mode gives this car the full beans for the most extreme driving experience and is best experienced on a race track.
Finally, in both Sport and Corsa modes, the driver can activate the Launch Control for the fastest acceleration out the starting gates.
While the GranTurismo is a happy working as a 70mph motorway cruiser and will weave through busier towns and cities, it really comes alive when faced the open road – the more twists and turns, the better.
It’s balanced, grippy and can be pushed hard in and out of sweeping bends, and the acceleration through the eight-speed automatic transmission is beautifully timed with paddles for added driver engagement. The steering is perfectly weighted and our only gripe was the car’s composure if it hits a cracked road surface – it knocks it off balance momentarily, which is long enough to shred a few nerves.
 

With a perfect blend of elegance and aggression that is unmistakenly Italian, the Maserati Gran Turismo Trofeo is a two-door, four-seat sports car that is simply impossible to ignore. At the front, there is the long sculpted bonnet, muscular haunches, slim light clusters and a blacked out grille housing the Maserati trident. The side profile is exceptionally graceful with tinted glass and striking 21-inch wheels at the front and 20-inch at the rear, along with red brake calipers. At the back of the vehicle, there is a sports exhaust with quad tailpipes with the car’s make and model sitting proudly on the tailgate.
Moving inside, the cabin balances a perfect blend of luxury, technology and performance-based features that are simply too tempting to ignore. Our test car featured premium full grain leather upholstery with contrast red stitching on the doors, dashboard, centre console and seats. The front seats offer 18-way power adjustment, can be heated or ventilated and the steering wheel also has a heating function.
The 12.3-inch infotainment screen sits directly above a slightly smaller climate control panel, but these are both prone to fingerprint smudges and a little glare on brighter days. The on-board tech impresses with full smartphone connectivity via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, sat nav, Bluetooth, a 360-degree camera and a wealth of drive-related and performance features. Should the roar of the engine become too much, simply turn up the volume on the superb 19-speaker Sonus Faber sound system.

There is a driver display panel behind the steering wheel that clearly shows all the important numbers such as speed and the current speed limit. Additionally, our car featured an optional Tech Assist Pack that introduced a frameless rearview mirror and a head-up display so it was simple to keep a watchful eye on the speed.
Everything is perfectly positioned for ease of use and we applaud the simplicity of the screens and steering wheel controls.
 

With an abundance of kerb appeal, the Maserati stretches 4,944mm in length, is 2,113mm across (including mirrors), 1,353mm tall and has a wheelbase of 2,929mm.
Despite its gorgeous streamlining, space inside this Maserati is deceptively good, especially up front where a couple of six-foot-plus adults can stretch out in style.
There are just two rear seats and, surprisingly, a couple of passengers will find space in the back quite generous. There is room to plant your feet under the front seats and no fear of your hair brushing against the headlining despite the car’s tapering roof design. That said; getting in or out of the rear seats in a manner that vaguely resembles dignified could be a challenge.
The boot is accessed via a powered tailgate and the deep, wide storage space can easily swallow a couple of moderately-sized suitcases. Officially it’s a 310-litre capacity.
Elsewhere, there are a number of practical storage options scattered throughout the vehicle, including a glovebox, central bin with USB ports, very narrow door pockets, plus front and rear cup holders. There is also a covered tray.
 

When it comes to the costs, it’s probably best to sit down. That’s because the Maserati GranTurismo is priced at £144,390 before options, of which there are many to choose from. After all, if you are going to have such a statement car, you may as well dress it up to the nines.
Our test car boasted Fuoriserie – Rosso GranTurismo paint that added £14,785 to the price-tag. And additional options included red painted brake calipers (£1,060), upgraded alloys (£2,955), a black full grain leather interior with red stitching and grey headlining (£2,115), Rosso headrest stitching (£720) and 3D touch carbon fibre trim at £2,115. Rear privacy glass was £265, while ventilated front seats added £960 to the bill and the superb Sonus Faber premium sound system with 19 speakers cost £3,915.
But it didn’t end there as there were still some optional packs to factor in.
The Advanced Driver Assistance Pack 1 was £3,600 and the Advanced Driver Assistance Pack 2 was also £3,600 - our car had both. A Sport Design Pack cost £1,320, a Tech Assistance Pack was £3,000 and finally, a Comfort Pack was priced at £720.
With all £41,130 worth of options factored in, the test Maserati GranTurismo’s price, including on-the-road set-up charges, had climbed to £191,820.
Day-to-day running costs will be pricey too with WLTP-tested combined fuel efficiency of 27.9-28.5mpg and carbon emissions of 225-228g/km.
That CO2 figure results in a first-year road tax bill of £4,850 dropping to the standard fee of £200 after 12 months. However, the car’s asking price exceeds the government’s Expensive Car Supplement threshold of £40k, so owners will need to find an additional £440 from years two to six.
 

With a perfect blend of breathtaking performance and impressive comfort and refinement, the latest GranTurismo Trofeo brings the joy of grand tourer driving to the fore again. It oozes Italian charm, even with its slight niggles, and it carries a huge price-tag, but there is still something charming and rather alluring about this car.

Now for those lucky six numbers…