Bitauto’s original ultra-luxury brand has entered the SUV market. Consumers are willing to pay for its versatility. Maserati Grecale has injected vitality into this field. The name Grecale comes from the Mediterranean monsoon. , this is also their second SUV product. The new car is built on the Giorgio platform and is positioned as a medium-sized ultra-luxury SUV, priced at 638,800-1.0638 million yuan. This article analyzes the many different versions of the new car to facilitate your future purchase.

The "cute" appearance style is more popular among women

The design concepts of Maserati Grecale and MC20 are exactly the same. Although the face shape is not as aggressive as Levante, it still has Maserati's iconic concave waterfall grille and trident logo.

The integrated headlight uses a full LED light source. The internal structure of the lamp cavity is rich in details. Maserati’s classic “three-hole” element is also used in it. It is bright at night. Very high recognition.

The iconic shark gills on the side and the Trident LOGO inlaid on the C-pillar are also continued on the new car, which is also something that many Maserati fans talk about.

From the side of the body, the Maserati Grecale is very similar to the Levante. It is a typical coupe SUV style, and the overall side is not fancy. Instead of using decorative elements, the car pursues the volume and proportions of the vehicle, reflecting a minimalist texture.

Modena version

The Modena version we photographed before is first launched in phantom gray, with a very layered look at the rear of the car, and the center of the taillights on both sides has been decorated with silver The strips run through it, and the four exhausts at the rear also indicate that this is a sports SUV.

The paint of this GT version adopts a matte effect, the four exhausts are replaced with chrome plating, and the wheel rims are also unique.

Push-button shifting mechanism and door opening method

Maserati Grecale uses many screens in the car, but it still retains the classic luxury and Sporty interior layout. The entire cockpit uses a large amount of solid wood and leather materials, decorated with stitching and chrome details, creating a smooth effect like a sports car.

The leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel is embellished with stitching. In addition to the conventional multi-function buttons, the one-button start and driving mode knob are also integrated into the steering wheel. above.

The car has five driving modes to choose from, namely COMFORT comfort mode, GT mode, SPORT mode, OFF-ROAD off-road mode and Corsa track mode (Trofeo version supply).

In addition, the screenThe tilt angle of the screen is in line with ergonomic design, which is very convenient for reading information and controlling functions. And it frees up the space of the gear shifting mechanism to provide more ample storage space. A water cup holder and a storage compartment with reasonable volume are arranged in the central passage.

The shift mechanism with chrome trim shows the buttons arranged here, leaving space for the traditional shift area below, but users need to get used to it. Operational layout.

The Maserati Grecale also uses an electronic door handle function. The door will automatically pop open with just a touch of a button, making getting in and out of the car more elegant.

The Maserati Grecale has a total of three regular versions and two launch versions. The 2.0T inline four-cylinder engine with a light-hybrid system is its main specification. Both the GT version and the GT first-run limited edition have 299 horsepower and 450 Nm, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers in 5.6 seconds, emphasizing driving comfort and coordination; the Modena version outputs 330 horsepower and 450 Nm, and the rear track is wider than the G The T version is 40 mm longer, and accelerates to 100 kilometers per hour in 5.3 seconds. The high-performance Trofeo version and its first version use a V6 engine, which can burst out 530 horsepower and 620 Nm, and accelerate to 100 kilometers per hour in only 3.8 seconds.

Next, let’s talk about price and version selection.

The starting price this time is less than 650,000. It can be said that Maserati has given a more sincere price this time, allowing more people to accept it and become car owners. This is for The Porsche Macan starts at more than 500,000 yuan, but it requires various options, which makes it more straightforward. It seems that Porsche has a price tag of more than 500,000 yuan, but in fact it requires various options to pick up the car, and the Macan's top-end 2.9T The GTS version is about 150,000 cheaper than the 999,800 Trofeo version, but it also requires options.

Data from Maserati shows that consumers around the world have extensive demand for mid-size SUVs, so Grecale can cover the largest consumer group.

The proportion of female car owners in this market segment is even higher. In China, it may be the second car of the family, and it can meet the car needs of high-end groups.

We can further compare the Maserati Grecale with the Porsche Macan. It can be said that in terms of brand effect, Maserati feels more upscale, and the tone it creates will be different from many high-end German cars. The Porsche brand has a well-known aura.

From a product perspective, the wheelbase of the Maserati Grecale is 2901mm, while the Macan is 2807mm. The space is very attractive to domestic consumers. After all, it is an SUV model. .

From the perspective of performance hardware, both the GT version and the Modena version are equipped with 2.0T engineIt is equipped with a machine + 48V light hybrid system, with maximum horsepower of 299 horses and 330 horses respectively. It can be regarded as the GT version as the entry-level version, allowing more people to get this new model.

The difference between the two 2.0T versions is 100,000 yuan, which includes: soft and hard adjustable suspension, 20-inch wheels, openable panoramic sunroof, main and secondary Driving lumbar adjustment, first-row seat heating, interior ambient lighting, second-row air conditioning Wait, the focus is on the two major items of adjustable soft and hard suspension and wheels. The other items are auxiliary configurations. I think they are dispensable. The key is whether the power of the Modena version is the primary pursuit. The appearance of the first limited edition is There are differences, and the interior configuration is the same as that of the GT version.

Modena version

The Modena version reflects the current upper power level of 2.0T displacement, with 450 N·m and more than 5 seconds to break 100km/h. The performance means that it can be fully satisfied for home use and even satisfy the passionate driving desires of most friends.

The author believes that electronic configuration depends entirely on personal preference. When the security configuration is generally consistent, select the configurations you commonly use, and those electronic configurations that are not commonly used are optional. , the most important thing is the power, because you can feel it every time you drive, so you only need to analyze whether the power of the entry version can satisfy you. The author recommends the Modena version, which has rich configurations and can meet the power needs of most people. .

The top-of-the-line Trofeo model uses a V6 3.0T engine, with an acceleration time of only 3.8 seconds. It is an absolute sports car-level performance and is more suitable for friends who need performance. Of course, the Trofeo version has the highest price, which is not within reach. This is to tell people about Maserati’s product capabilities as an ultra-luxury brand. It comes with additional sports seats, multi-layer soundproof glass, luggage compartment opening position memory, 21-inch The rims are mainly different in terms of power.

The most important thing is that the top model has a unique configuration. It has the same technology as the "Nettuno Poseidon", the Maserati dual spark plug prechamber combustion system. This is not a car. The internal electronic configuration is comparable, which is the core part of Maserati, and the Trofeo model comes with adaptive air suspension, which is optional for other versions.

Summary: With the success of Maserati Levante, the launch of Grecale also heralds Maserati’s further efforts in the future SUV market. Grecale is no matter in terms of size, luxury or power. , compared with the Porsche Macan, it has certain advantages, and the brand also has its own unique charm. For those who have unique tastes and pursue ultra-luxury brands, you can consider Maserati Grecale.