Quick Recap: Maserati GranTurismo Folgore at a Glance

• Tri-motor all-wheel drive: A 750 bhp powertrain with three motors ensures unparalleled grip and dynamic handling.
• Instant quickening: 1,350 Nm of torque delivers a 0–62 mph in the blink of an eye, 2.7 seconds.
• Cutting-edge battery technology: The 92.5kWh battery enables up to 280 miles of range (WLTP) for true grand touring credentials.
• High-speed 800V charging: Add 62 miles in 5 minutes. Your time at rest is the most precious commodity on long treks.
• Sustainable luxury interior: In an eco-conscious but high-quality cabin experience, it includes ECONYL®, a regenerated nylon fabric.
• Signature Engineered Sound: Maserati uniquely developed the digitally crafted sound to pay homage to Maserati’s presence engine notes, and bring an emotional layer to the electric drive.

Behind the Wheel of the GranTurismo Folgore

City Driving: Electrified Elegance and Agility

Driving around town in the GranTurismo Folgore is an exercise in calm domination. The familiar engine roar has been replaced with a discreet digitally engineered hum, and instant torque from its three-motor arrangement makes traffic a breeze to negotiate. Light steering, 360° camera system and one-pedal driving mode enable easy execution of stop-and-go traffic and tight corners, which helps decrease driver fatigue and improve work efficiency. The well-soundproofed cabin is a quiet sanctuary in which the high-end Sonus faber system can be experienced without distraction.

At first glance, the Folgore commands attention with the graceful Maserati trident stretched across its sleek lines, but once you’re inside you are surrounded by serene luxury. Adaptive air suspension filters out bumps and cobbles, achieving a balanced, comfortable ride that’s also resoundingly Italian exotics-head-turning. This combination of traits makes the Folgore both a fashion statement and a sophisticated partner for everyday urban existence.

• Instant Torque: Effortlessly navigate through traffic with immediate and smooth acceleration.
• 360-Degree Camera System: Park and manoeuvre in tight city spaces with confidence and ease.
• One-Pedal Driving: Simplify stop-and-go traffic and enhance efficiency through regenerative braking.
• Superior Cabin Insulation: Enjoy a peaceful and quiet ride, shielded from external city noise.

Motorway Cruising: The Quintessential Grand Tourer

On the empty highway, the GranTurismo Folgore stands out as a first-rate grand tourer. Even when cruising at high speed, the cabin is astonishingly quiet and the wind and road noise are barely noticeable, allowing passengers to relax and the distance to run to feel shorter and less tiring. The vehicle feels completely planted and safe, and the silent, instantaneous rush will send slower traffic trailing in its wake. Smart driver aids like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist contribute to a lower mental load so you don’t notice them, while the contoured seats provide the right mix of comfort and support for long-distance driving.

The Folgore’s bright motorway performance is its stability and calmness. Its T-bone-shaped battery design results in a low centre of gravity and ensures the car stays stable even in crosswinds or on bumpy roads, while with precise yet relaxed steering, making taking curves easy. With its calm silence, minimal noise and vibrations, and rock-solid stability, the Folgore redefines what an electric grand tourer should be, managing to provide comfort and style over long distances.

• Whisper-Quiet Cabin: Travel at high speeds with minimal wind or road noise for a relaxing journey.
• Effortless Overtaking Power: Access instant acceleration for safe and decisive overtaking manoeuvres.
• Advanced Driver Aids: Reduce fatigue on long trips with adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist.
• Inherent High-Speed Stability: Feel planted and secure on the road, thanks to the aerodynamic design and low centre of gravity.

B-Road Thrills: A Symphony of Power and Poise

The real nature of the GranTurismo Folgore is revealed on a tight B-road where its handling and composure instantly blow away any preconceived notions about what an electric car can do. The battery is mounted low in the body , which gives the vehicle a low centre of gravity, making it feel planted when taking sharp turns, although the car is quite heavy and big. The Folgore exudes a feeling of connectedness and assuredness around every corner, indirectly coaxing drivers to rake their eyes around the car’s dynamic potential while maintaining the impression of being completely in control.

Steering is crisp and direct, thanks to the tri-motor all-wheel drive system that smartly distributes torque among the axles and the rear wheels for maximum traction and stability. In Sport or Corsa, the car feels sharper, suspension is stiffer, the sound profile is louder, and the Folgore transforms from a flawless grand tourer to a nail-biting supercar-like ride. Maserati designed an EV that’s just as stylish as it is electrifying, with the heart and soul of an authentic driver’s machine.

• Low Centre of Gravity: Experience exceptional agility and minimal body roll through corners.
• Advanced Torque Vectoring: Benefit from outstanding grip and stability when accelerating out of bends.
• Precise Steering Feedback: Feel connected to the road with steering that is both direct and communicative.
• Selectable Drive Modes: Tailor the car’s character from a refined GT to a sharp, responsive sports car at the touch of a button.

Performance Unleashed: What Powers the GranTurisimo Folgore

The eye-watering performance of the GranTurismo Folgore is the result of a precise engineering design that redefines what an EV could be. Maserati hasn’t just built a high-performance car; it’s developed an intelligent performance machine that allows its power to be delivered with brains, precision and even emotional connection, something that’s largely lacking in the EV world. It’s built around a state-of-the-art tri-motor powertrain, an ultra-regenerative braking system, and three Drive Modes that dramatically change the car’s personality. Here is where passion, Italian, technology and today’s unique mobility culture converge to provide a unique driving experience. We’ll look at the technical wizardry hidden behind its classy skin.

A Tri-Motor Powertrain for Unmatched Control

At the core of the GranTurismo Folgore dynamic excellence is its revolutionary tri-motor powertrain with one motor on the front axle and two separate motors on the rear. This format allows for real torque vectoring, handling power not only front-to-back but side-to-side across the rear wheels with surgical precision. When powering out of a turn, the more power that is shifted to the outside rear tyre, the more the car will rotate naturally and fight off understeer. The upshot: a quick, eager-to-turn grand tourer that feels much smaller and far more nimble than its dimensions would lead you to expect.

This intelligent power distribution results in a balanced and composed ride in any condition. Torque is immediately adjusted to help maintain traction on slippery surfaces, yet spirited driving allows the system to maximise grip and stability, enhancing the “car as an extension of the driver” feeling. Folgore’s torque vectoring is not at all like some clumsy all-wheel-drive systems; rather, it is seamless and ensures a fluid and engaging drive, whether you are weaving through tight corners or sliding onto the freeway. It’s a testament to Maserati’s promise of delivering a pure, thrilling driving experience in an electric performance car.

• Tri-Motor All-Wheel Drive: Provides exceptional grip and stability in all driving conditions.
• Advanced Torque Vectoring: Enhances agility and cornering precision for a more engaging drive.
• Seamless Power Distribution: Delivers power intelligently for a balanced and confidence-inspiring feel.

Breathtaking Power and Instantaneous Speed

Delivering a mind-boggling 751 bhp and 1,350 Nm of torque from rest, the GranTurismo Folgore storms like a whirlwind. It’s a short run to 62 mph, which only takes 2.7 seconds, firmly placing it in the supercar category. But the numbers only suggest what you’ll experience the instant torque, unmediated by gear shifts or turbo lag, hurls you back in your seat like a muted, electric catapult. The result is a breathtaking, addictive rush of power that redefines what speed feels.

Maserati has engineered all of this great power so that it is at once controllable and achievable. Expertly refined throttle maps enable smooth inputs in city traffic or slap-to-the-floor pace on the open roads. The spindly, unstoppable power makes overtaking and corner exits immediate, and turns every move into a precision task. This constant, seamless force delivers an authoritative, thrilling drive that makes each trip an event to be savoured.

• 751 bhp and 1,350 Nm of Torque: Delivers supercar-level acceleration for a thrilling drive.
• 0–62 mph in 2.7 Seconds: Experience breathtaking straight-line performance.
• Instantaneous Throttle Response: Enjoy immediate power delivery for effortless overtaking and dynamic driving.

Sophisticated Regenerative Braking

GranTurismo Folgore also features sophisticated and customizable regen braking that can be tailored to the driver. In its most aggressive mode, the system supports true one-pedal driving: Deceleration is initiated when the accelerator is released, as the electric motors reverse, producing electricity that is then used to recharge the battery, while recapturing energy. Turn on regeneration, please. Shortly after this, city traffic becomes easy and natural to follow, and many days you don’t even brake.

To mimic a more conventional experience, you can dial back or switch off regen, and the car will coast like any other petrol car. When driving on twisty B-roads, regeneration at a lower level helps you to keep your momentum, the powerful Brembo brakes ensure reliable braking without fading, and they provide a good feel to the brake pedal. The result is a unique ‘blend of the mechanical and regenerative braking’ which delivers just the right amount of brake force, torque and feel for a smooth, seamless and consistent drive across different driving conditions, with greater energy efficiency and more driver engagement and control in every drive.

• Adjustable Regenerative Braking: Customise the car’s deceleration feel for one-pedal driving or traditional coasting.
• High-Performance Brembo Brakes: Benefit from powerful and reliable stopping power in all conditions.
• Seamless Brake Blending: Experience smooth and predictable braking that inspires confidence.

Drive Modes for Every Mood

GranTurismo Folgore can be fully customised in the following drive modes: GT, Sport, Corsa. Throttle response, suspension stiffness, rear/bias engine torque distribution and most definitely the sound engineered around every mode, in dependency on road and mood. With its serene, more gradual power application, yielding air suspension and peaceful interior, it’s refined GT mode grand tourer gives you an excellent long haul touring machine or a softer stabling ground for a more laid-back daily drive without compromising on performance.

Switch the transmission to Sport and you’ll find it all comes alive, quicker throttle response, stiffer suspension, more aggressive torque vectoring and a richer sound profile that adds to the excitement. For even more exhilaration, Corsa releases the car’s full potential by adapting all systems for track performance and enabling a “MaxBoost” mode for maximum power. Versatility is what sets the Folgore apart as it seamlessly transitions from refined cruiser to high-speed sports car, such is the incredible range of what it can be.

• GT Mode: Provides a smooth, refined, and comfortable ride perfect for long-distance travel.
• Sport Mode: Sharpens throttle response and suspension for a more dynamic and engaging driving experience.
• Corsa Mode: Unleashes the car’s maximum performance potential for track use or ultimate thrills.

Design and Aerodynamics: A Masterpiece in Motion

An Iconic Silhouette, Reimagined for the Electric Era

At first sight, a Folgore is clearly a Maserati GranTurismo. It features the classic breathtaking coupé shape, which has characterised the car for generations: the long, elegant bonnet, the cabin pushed far back and the powerful, muscular rear haunches that communicate energy and balance. The classic Maserati grille is there, but reimagined for an electric car. Because the front motor on an EV doesn’t need as much cooling as a big gasoline engine, the grille has a special pattern with matte black ‘teeth’ which can open and close to optimise aerodynamics and heat management. This is where you see function dictating form, with no loss of brand character.

Smooth, sleek and very sexy is the finished product. A lone sweeping line extends from the front wings across the roof and culminates in the soft rear spoiler to evoke a sense of constant motion–even when the car is not moving. The “cofango,” a single piece that integrates the bonnet and front wings, is a design and engineering triumph. It removes panel gaps for a cleaner and more sculptural look, while nodding to classic Maserati race cars.” The iconic triple side air vents on the front wings have also been renewed and now have lighting, introducing a hint of futurism to a classic design element. Every last detail has been scrutinised to make a unified and eye-popping package. The flush-fitting door handles maintain the smooth lines of the bodywork, while the dynamic posture, thanks to large alloy wheels specifically designed for maximum aerodynamic efficiency, makes the car look assertive. The Folgore doesn’t scream for your attention with aggressive wings or wild scoops; it makes a statement of quiet confidence with timeless Italian style. It’s a design that will look just as good in twenty years as it does today; that’s the true grand touring style hallmark.

• Classic Coupé Silhouette: Retains the timeless and elegant proportions of the iconic GranTurismo.
• Reinterpreted Maserati Grille: Blends brand identity with EV-specific functionality for optimised aerodynamics.
• “Cofango” Bonnet Design: Creates a clean, sculptural front end while reducing panel gaps.
• Illuminated Side Vents: Modernises a classic Maserati design cue with a futuristic touch.

Aerodynamics Sculpted by Performance

In the Folgore, beauty and aerodynamic efficiency coincide. Maserati’s engineers and designers collaborated to fashion a form that cuts through the air with low drag, a pivotal aspect for extending an electric vehicle’s range and performance. The car’s drag coefficient is surprisingly tiny, which is a sign of how much work it went through in the wind tunnels. This has been achieved not by obvious aerodynamic enhancements, but through subtle and intelligent design that is inherent in the bodywork. The clean, flat underbody is nearly entirely flat, which provides excellent management of the airflow under the car to prevent air from becoming turbulent and destabilising the car at speed.

Active aerodynamics are essential to the dynamic prowess of the Folgore. Most of the time, the active grille shutters on the front are closed to enhance the aero-efficiency, and the motors and battery need cooling. At the rear, an active spoiler is seamlessly incorporated into the boot lid. It stays flush with the bodywork when travelling at low speed to maintain the clean lines of the car, yet it deploys automatically at high speed to produce downforce, favouring to push the rear end of the car down onto the road surface for superior road holding. This is what makes the Folgore feel so planted and stable, be it on the motorway or leaned over in a fast right-hander.

Airflow, even in items you don’t wear directly. Specially engineered channels bring air from the front of the vehicle through the wheel wells and out the side vents to form an “air curtain.” This effect diminishes under the turbulent wake produced by the rotating wheels, giving rise to a drop in drag. Every facet, from the shape of the wing mirrors to the rear diffuser, has been carefully developed to manage the air that flows over and under the car. It’s this obsessive attention to aerodynamic detail that plays such a significant part in the Folgore having such a quiet cabin, such an impressive range and such staunch high-speed stability.

• Low Drag Coefficient: Maximises efficiency and range by slicing through the air with minimal resistance.
• Active Rear Spoiler: Automatically adjusts to provide downforce and stability at high speeds.
• Flat Underbody: Manages airflow beneath the car to reduce turbulence and improve composure.
• “Air Curtain” Technology: Reduces aerodynamic drag from the wheels for greater efficiency.

Illuminating Technology and Signature Details

GranTurismo Folgore lighting is not just functional, it’s a key element of its personality and a demonstration of high technology. Maserati introduces a new signature, the vertical LED headlights: the car now boasts a more focused and determined look. They are not just fashionable lights, but they contain adaptive matrix LED technology, which allows the beam of light to be retrofitted in specific areas. This means you can have your high beams on for best visibility, without blinding oncoming traffic or the cars ahead of you. It’s a sophisticated system that improves safety and alleviates driver fatigue on night drives.

The slim, horizontal LED rear tail lights represent a modern take on the traditional “boomerang” lights, which were used on previous Maserati vehicles, also a nice nod towards bridging the gap between old and new. These complex shapes create a light signature that is unique to the rear of the car, especially at night. The manner in which they contour to the car’s strong shoulders also emphasises the vehicle’s width and commanding presence. The welcome and goodbye lighting sequence that is active when approaching and leaving the car adds a final touch of theatrics and personality. Light play continues with the illuminated side vents and subtle badging. The Folgore lettering is finished in a shadowed copper colour, an exclusive shade reserved for Maserati electric units, offering a soft contrast to the paintwork. This is a fine balance of light and signature accents that ensures the Folgore leaves a lasting impression, be it day or night. “It’s a design where we have used technology not as a gimmick, but to enhance the aesthetic and functional aspects of the vehicle, to further solidify its place as a leading-edge luxury product.”

• Vertical Matrix LED Headlights: Provide superior illumination and adaptive high-beam functionality for enhanced safety.
• Signature LED Tail Lights: Create a distinct and recognisable look while paying homage to Maserati’s heritage.
• Animated Lighting Sequences: Add a sense of occasion and personality when approaching or leaving the car.
• Dark Copper Accents: Subtly distinguish the Folgore as part of Maserati’s electric family.

Inside the Folgore: A Cabin of Sustainable Luxury

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore’s cabin is a perfect synthesis of state-of-the-art technology, sustainable luxury and usability. Inside, it’s a combination of space-age and Italian artisanal sophistication. Maserati has developed a cabin that can make the car a luxurious place to be on long journeys, but also adds convenient features that make the car usable, at least to some extent, in day-to-day life. Whether it’s the creative application of sustainable materials or the user-centric digital cockpit, every detail has been crafted to elevate the experience of ownership, demonstrating that performance and practicality can coexist in ideal form.

Everyday Practicality in a Grand Tourer

That said, the stretching of the rear seatbacks and the slew of modern conveniences to make long-haul travel more bearable don’t come at the expense of the usual Maserati focus on handsome design inside and out. The 2+2 seating layout offers a degree of flexibility that can’t be found in a normal two-seater sports car. The rear seats are really only good for kids, or for adults on short trips, but they do offer somewhere useful to take extra passengers or luggage when necessary. The front seats, however, are the real stars – they’re beautifully sculpted, electrically-adjustable, and strike the perfect balance of support for spirited driving and comfort for long-haul cruising.

Trunk volume, for high-performance cars often reduced by the size of the engine and the bodywork, is adequate in the Folgore. With a 270-litre boot, there’s enough space for a couple of weekend bags or a weekly shop, which makes it really practical. While the petrol-powered GranTurismo has a bit more capacity because it doesn’t have a rear electric motor, the Folgore’s luggage compartment is well-shaped and easy to use. These aspects make it even more suitable as a true grand tourer; the perfect style companion that can ferry you and your things along the journey.

Inside the cabin, Maserati has incorporated all manner of clever storage solutions. A large centre console, roomy door pockets and well-placed cupholders mean you have a place called home for your essentials, including your smartphone and sunglasses, along with a place to stash water bottles and snacks. These small practicalities, seemingly unimportant, have a real impact on daily-use convenience. They know that a luxury car should not just be beautiful and fast but also easy to live with.

• 2+2 Seating Configuration: Offers the flexibility to carry rear passengers for short journeys or use the space for extra storage.
• 270-Litre Boot Capacity: Provides sufficient space for weekend luggage, enhancing its grand touring capabilities.
• Thoughtful Cabin Storage: Convenient compartments and cupholders ensure a tidy and practical interior environment.

Sustainable Luxury: The Future of Craftsmanship

The Folgore’s cabin is a redefinition of luxury car interiors, where sustainability and premium materials converge. Maserati’s decision to use ECONYL® in a significant portion of the upholstery is a bold one for which it deserves much praise. This revolutionary fabric is made from regenerated nylon utilising waste products such as discarded fishing nets and used carpets. The end product is a substance that resembles premium quality leather, is durable, and even soft to the touch, all the while being environmentally friendly. It shows that luxury can be made from materials other than the traditional ones used, like leather.

The use of ECONYL® is further enhanced by a selection of other fine materials. Staggering Laser-etched patterns, matte-finish carbon fibre trims and cool-touch metal-on-metal trims are featured throughout the cabin to provide a multi-sensory layer of decoration. Build quality rocks, every switch, knob and surface feels solid and well-engineered. It’s the kind of cockpit that encourages you to reach out and touch, and it pays you back with tactile reminders of Maserati’s long history of fine craftsmanship.

This focus on sustainable luxury is not just a claim to make but rather an integral part of what defines the Folgore. It brings the car’s interior philosophy in line with its all-electric drivetrain, sending a unified message of futuristic design. For the selective owner, this philosophy represents a new level of luxury, one that is not only beautiful and comfortable but responsible as well. It’s a cabin you can feel good about sitting in, knowing that it was built with a look to the future.

• ECONYL® Sustainable Upholstery: Enjoy a luxurious and eco-friendly cabin crafted from regenerated nylon materials.
• Premium Material Mix: Experience a high-end feel with matte carbon fibre, metal trim, and intricate textures.
• Exceptional Build Quality: Benefit from meticulous Italian craftsmanship that ensures a solid and durable interior.

A High-Tech Digital Cockpit

The Folgore’s cockpit is centred on a modern digital platform that is equally at home in yesterday’s Jetsons as in today’s aviation. The design of the console is simple, and the driver-oriented layout includes a cascade of high-resolution displays that have replaced some of what used to be physical buttons and gauges. A 12.3-inch central touchscreen acts as the control centre for the Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA) infotainment system. A secondary, slanted display below it arranges quick toggles to the climate, seat adjustment and other comfort amenities. This dual-screen arrangement makes sense and detracts from the visual noise of cluttering the dashboard with buttons, instead making it look more minimal and modern.

The digital cluster that sits in front of the driver is very customizable, allowing you to highlight the type of info you want to see, whether it’s a full-screen nav map, performance numbers, or driver-assist-related data. The graphics are clean, sharp and tastefully designed. The system also features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing easy smartphone connectivity for access to your favourite apps, music and contacts. The iconic Maserati clock, which is a signature of the brand, has been imaginatively transformed into a digital smartwatch on the dashboard that can show different faces or even performance indicators such as a g-force meter. And to complete the immersion, the Folgore itself comes equipped with a spectacular Sonus faber sound system. This high-end system has been specially calibrated to the car’s interior to provide detailed, rich and powerful sound that can make the quiet EV cabin feel like a private concert hall. Along with multi-zone climate control, heated and cooled front seats, and personalised ambient lighting, the Folgore’s suite of technology makes for the ultimate in comfort and convenience.

• Dual Touchscreen Displays: Access infotainment and climate controls through an intuitive and modern interface.
• Configurable Digital Instrument Cluster: Tailor the driver display to show the most relevant information for your journey.
• Wireless Smartphone Integration: Seamlessly connect your device with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Premium Sonus faber Sound System: Enjoy an immersive, high-fidelity audio experience.

The Folgore’s High-Tech Heart: A Technological Tour de Force

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is not only a triumph of performance and equipment; it acts as a beacon of state-of-the-art technology conceived to increase all aspects of driving. The marque has stacked its first electric Grand Tourer with a plethora of new technologies that boost convenience, security, and driver engagement. From its revolutionary battery architecture to its meticulously crafted sound and intuitive infotainment, the Folgore’s technologies are perfectly aligned, resulting in a vehicle that is as intelligent as it is thrilling. This collection of traits allows the vehicle not only to be prepared for the future but to actively shape it.

Groundbreaking 800V Battery and Charging System

Folgore’s technological superiority is led by the cutting-edge 800-volt battery pack. This new design is truly revolutionary in EV land, allowing charging rates that slash downtime and making long-distance travel by electric a realistic possibility. By utilising a higher voltage than conventional 400-volt systems, the Folgore can be charged with higher power. At a compatible DC ultra-fast charge station, you can get up to 62 miles of range in just five minutes, about the time it takes to get a cup of coffee. A charge from 20% to 80% can be done in as little as 18 minutes, which effectively removes range anxiety.

Owning one is a whole new experience with this fast-charging ability. Which means you don’t have to plan your holidays around long, slow and uncomfortable stopovers. Just sprinkle in the quick top-ups, naturally, as you would on any journey today. When you want to drive around your neighbourhood, 22kW AC wall box charging allows you to fully recharge your 92.5kWh battery overnight at a comfortable pace to start every morning with up to 280 miles of WLTP-certified range. Together, this long-range capability and fast charging mean you’re free to go anywhere with peace of mind and convenience.

The battery’s unique “T-bone” configuration is yet another engineering feat. Rather than being a flat skateboard-style pack, it is positioned with its width through the centre of the car and under the rear seats. This arrangement prevents raising the seating height and the floor, so the Folgore can maintain the ultra-low profile, classic grand tourer styling. More significantly, it contributes to an extremely low centre of gravity and perfect weight distribution, both of which are essential to the car’s phenomenal handling and agility. This clever packaging means the battery technology is a natural extension of the vehicle’s dynamic performance, rather than a compromise.

• • 800-Volt Architecture: Enables ultra-fast charging speeds for minimal downtime on long journeys.

• • • Rapid DC Charging: Gain 62 miles of range in just 5 minutes at a compatible charger.
    • “T-bone” Battery Layout: Maintains a low seating position and optimal weight distribution for superior handling.
    • Convenient Home Charging: Fully charge the battery overnight with a 22kW wall box for daily readiness.

A Suite of Intelligent Driver Aids

The GranTurismo Folgore also boasts a rich package of active safety systems, which contribute to the overall safety of the vehicle and help to alleviate driver fatigue. These are your eyes and ears on the road – they keep a watchful eye on what’s around your car using a combination of cameras and other sensors, and they can step in and support when necessary. As for its capabilities as a Level 2 autonomous vehicle, it does have a second-to-none adaptive cruise control system that beautifully maintains a predetermined distance from the vehicle ahead, even when traffic is moving in stops and go’s. This is combined with active lane-keeping assist that subtly steers the car back into the lane, making highway driving a whole lot less tiresome.

Safety is enhanced with blind-spot monitoring that warns you of vehicles you may not be able to see, and a 360-degree surround-view camera. This camera module gives a birds-eye view of the car along with its immediate surroundings on the centre console, which makes it way easier to manoeuvre in a tight parking lot or even in tricky city roads without ever worrying about scratching those beautiful alloy wheels. Automatic emergency braking systems are capable of sensing potential collisions with other vehicles or pedestrians, and can brake automatically if the driver does not respond in time, providing an important additional layer of safety.

The reason Folgore’s driver aids systems are so compelling is that they’re so natural and do not get in your way. They operate behind the scenes, offering assistance without ever feeling distracting or diminishing the joy of driving, which is so critical to a driver’s car. Interventions are smooth and subtle, to support the driver rather than to alter the driver. That’s a particularly well-thought-out balance, as it means the technology is helping make the driving experience more mentally effortless, so you can concentrate on revelling in the drive, with a bit more feeling of security and peace of mind.

• • • Adaptive Cruise Control: Reduces fatigue by automatically managing speed and distance in traffic.
    • Active Lane-Keeping Assist: Provides gentle steering support to keep the vehicle centred in its lane.
    • 360-Degree Surround-View Camera: Simplifies parking and manoeuvring in tight spaces with a complete view.
    • Automatic Emergency Braking: Enhances safety by helping to prevent or mitigate frontal collisions.

The Engineered Sound of Maserati

One of the toughest tasks for a marque known for its glorious exhaust notes is making an electric car that emotionally resonates. Maserati has risen to this challenge with a genuinely innovative solution: a digitally crafted sound profile. Instead of recording the artificial spaceship–style hum, Maserati has a script sound designer work out a unique acoustic experience with the brand’s proprietary V8 sound design. Employing state-of-the-art synthesisers and multiple internal and external speakers, they have produced a sound that simultaneously looks to the future and is quintessentially Maserati.

It’s not just a recording of a sound; it is an active part of the ride that you can influence. It responds to the driver’s actions and gets higher and more intense as you press on, and even has a unique sound profile that matches the amount of power going through the electric motors. In the polished GT setting, the sound is a muted, even refined humming that goes well with the calm air cabin. Flip the switch into Sport or Corsa and the tune deepens, becoming snarling and much more overt with plenty of powerful aural theatre to accompany the thrilling performance.

It’s a brilliant piece of design work.” It fills the void of emotion (lack of traditional combustion engine sounds) with sound, which is such a pivotal component of a spirited drive. It binds the driver and car more intimately than silence ever can, adding a layer of character and soul often missing among today’s electric vehicles. The distinctive Folgore audio signature confirms that the excitement of a high-performance car is a multi-sensory effect, and Maserati has made sure that the sound is as thrilling as the pace.

• • • Unmistakable Engineered Sound: Provides a unique and emotionally engaging acoustic experience that honours Maserati’s heritage.
    • Dynamic and Interactive Audio: The sound profile changes in pitch and intensity based on driving style and mode.
    • Enhanced Driver Connection: Fills the void left by a silent powertrain, adding soul and character to the drive.

Intuitive and Immersive Infotainment

The Folgore cabin is focused on technology with the Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA), with an infotainment system, a fluid and feature-packed platform developed with today’s driver in mind. The system is accessed on a gorgeous high-res central touchscreen, and the graphics are crisp, and the menu structure is user-friendly. It offers easy navigation to maps, music, vehicle settings and more. And importantly, the system supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, so you can hook up your phone without having to tangle with cables.

The Sonus faber High-Premium sound system available further enhances this seamless connectivity. This is more than a gimmick; this is an audio system tailored to the car, the work of the renowned Italian audio specialists. With 19 speakers and a powerful amplifier, it has been finely tuned to the unique acoustics of Folgore’s cabin. The end result is a rich, immersive audio experience with crystal-clear highs, robust mids and deep, thunderous lows. It turns the ultra-quiet cabin into a world-class listening environment, so every trip is a sensory thrill. 

Apart from entertainment, the system that is the centre of a car’s infotainment is its nerve centre. Charge status, proximity charging stations, and even the cabin temperature can be monitored and controlled before you get in. The famous Maserati clock has been cleverly redesigned as a digital instrument on the dashboard, which can be customised with a classic clock, a compass, and a G-force meter. This combination of smart connectivity, premium audio and personalizable displays means Folgore technology is not only powerful but personal and extremely rewarding to use.

• • • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: Enjoy seamless and clutter-free smartphone integration.
    • Sonus faber Premium Sound System: Experience concert-quality audio with a bespoke 19-speaker setup.
    • Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA): Access navigation, media, and vehicle settings through a fast and intuitive interface.
    • Customizable Digital Clock Display: Personalise the iconic dashboard clock to show various functions and styles.

Folgore’s Grand Tour: How it Stacks Up Against Rivals

The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore is entering a very busy segment where it will be up against established electric performance juggernauts as well as its own petrol family members. It makes a distinct statement by holding no quarter in its essential character as a true Italian grand tourer. Although competitors can claim superiority in one or two aspects, the Folgore is unrivalled in its combination of breathtaking design, engaging dynamics, and occasion-defining presence that simply says Maserati. That’s a powerful appeal for those who want more than just speed in an electric vehicle, but also soul and style.

Versus the Porsche Taycan Turbo S

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S is widely considered to be the dynamic standard for electric performance saloons, and for good reason. It has the power to leave supercars in its dust and the handling to rival race cars. On paper, its performance numbers are close to those of the Folgore, and as a four-door, it has a level of practicality that you won’t find in the Maserati’s 2+2 layout. The Taycan’s chassis tuning is a tour­de force of control, delivering such immense grip and composure that you feel invincible at any speed. It’s like a precision instrument, ruthlessly efficient in the way it cuts up a road.

But where the Taycan is clinical in its precision, the Folgore is saying screw-you-SPD Italian passion and flamboyance. Design is the biggest win of the Maserati. It’s undoubtedly a much better-looking and classier car. The Taycan’s shape, while attractive and purposeful, is that of a sleek saloon; the Folgore’s is a classic grand touring coupé, with time-honoured proportions and a profile that conjures up a more exotic sense of luxury and warmth. This kind of emotional sensation also characterises the driving experience, where the sound and torque-vectoring system of the Folgore has been engineered to allow for a more playful and charismatic character than the more sober attitude of the Porsche.

In the end, it’s a philosophical matter: which do you prefer? The Taycan Turbo S is pound for pound the more focused driver’s tool and the more practical daily vehicle if you’ve got four full seats to haul. It is the ultimate expression of German performance engineering in the EV world. The Folgore, by contrast, is simply an object of desire that’s also staggeringly quick. More dramatic and sensorial, beginning with its head-turning design and unique acoustic DNA, it claims to be the grand tourer with more soul and style.

Versus the Audi RS e-tron GT

Audi RS e-tron GT shares a closely related technical architecture with the Porsche Taycan, albeit packaged in radically different bodywork styles. It’s a powerful mix of breathtaking straight-line pace, long-distance cosiness, and a tech-forward cabin that somehow never feels anything less than Audi. Like the Taycan, the four-door saloon immediately makes it more practical than the two-door Folgore. Reviewers often remark that the RS e-tron GT’s ride is a touch softer than the Taycan’s, and that makes both cars phenomenal high-speed cruisers.

That said, the Folgore clearly has some advantages that the Audi would have a hard time matching. Although the RS e-tron GT is a dramatic-looking vehicle, the Maserati’s shape is more fluid, organic and classically stunning, while the Audi’s is more technical and angular. The Folgore’s tri-motor powertrain and advanced torque-vectoring also give it a dynamic handling advantage, allowing it to feel more nimble and tunable when driven aggressively. The Maserati’s engineered sound, intended to capture the spirit of its V8 forebears, adds an emotional dimension to the audi, which the more generic electric hum of the Audi can’t replicate. And the badge that is attached to the bonnet also counts for a lot. Though Audi’s RS lineup is renowned for its brutality, the Maserati trident speaks to a heritage of exotic Italian grand tourers that confers a unique sense of prestige and exclusivity. The Folgore’s cabin, with its sustainable ECONYL® material and emphasis on tactile craftsmanship, is more bespoke and luxurious than the Audi’s excellent but more mainstream interior. The RS e-tron GT is a Great Electric GT, but the Folgore is on a Different Level. Audi’s RS e-tron GT is a brilliant, immensely capable electric GT, but the Folgore is about a higher plane of style, heritage, and emotional involvement.

Versus the Petrol GranTurismo (Modena and Trofeo)

And yet Maserati has a most intriguing Folgore competitor that comes from within: the petrol GranTurismo Modena and Trofeo with their potent Nettuno V6 engines. Both feel like classic GranTurismo and sports car ridesâ€- the warm vintage jolt and roar from the sports car engine, which enthusiasts would like to consider the traditional high-performing combustion engine sound and mechanical vibrations instead of EVs’ very raw but sterile character. The Trofeo, now more than ever, is the true old-school grand touring experience, and is utterly absorbing.

Yet the Folgore shows that we can race full-speed into the future. It also boasts instant torque and tri-motor torque vectoring for enhanced agility around corners, and its 0–62 mph time of 2.7 seconds shames other petrol models in the family. While it can’t quite replicate the roar of the Nettuno, the Folgore’s digitally created sound has a distinct persona that links the past with the future. It combines unmatched performance with innovative technology and a thrilling new wave of pioneering excitement to demonstrate that electrification can be true to the heart of a Maserati, and that’s what makes it so exceptional.

• • • Timeless Coupé Design: Offers a level of beauty, elegance, and exclusivity that four-door saloon rivals cannot match.
    • Superior Acceleration: Delivers quicker off-the-line performance than even its own V6-powered siblings.
    • Advanced Torque Vectoring: Provides exceptional agility and a more dynamic, engaging handling character compared to competitors.
    • Unique Engineered Sound: Creates an emotionally resonant driving experience that is distinct from the silence or generic hum of other EVs.
    • Exclusive Italian Craftsmanship: Provides a sense of bespoke luxury and heritage that sets it apart in a competitive field.

Is the Folgore the Future of Grand Touring?

Maserati has taken a bold leap towards transformation with the GranTurismo Folgore, and the result is dazzling. This is not simply an electric flip of a cherished nameplate; it’s a fundamental redefinition of the luxury grand tourer for a new age. Folgore seamlessly blends Maserati’s long-standing tradition of passionate performance and finest luxury with the unprecedented potential of electric power, delivering a car that is both revolutionary and comforting in its familiarity. It serves as conclusive evidence that there’s no need to sacrifice soul, style or speed in the move to electrification.

There are many layers to what makes the car great, and it’s spectacular deep down. Its three-motor configuration offers stunning performance that is surprisingly polished and easy to drive every day. The sophisticated torque-vectoring system gives the car a dynamic nimbleness that belies its size and makes it a real pleasure on twisty roads. This performance is nestled inside a classic coupé shape that is understatedly striking, and that’s quintessentially Italian. From within, the aircraft is a haven of sustainable luxury, where new-generation materials such as ECONYL® are combined with state-of-the-art technology to offer an environment that is as comfortable as it is responsibly engineered.

A car with no trade-offs is a unicorn; really, no car is perfect outside of a few extremely excessive examples. The WLTP range is adequate for most trips, but currently not class-leading, and the 2+2 seating configuration affects practicality for rear passengers. They are trivial concerns when you compare them with what the Folgore delivers. The 800-volt system and ultra-rapid charging capabilities tackle any range concerns when it comes to long-distance, road-tripping, and yet the car’s essence as a driver-focused grand tourer is as strong as ever. The Folgore is a statement, a car for connoisseurs of fine engineering and forward-thinking design who relish the thrill of being at the very front of automotive evolution. It is a sweepingly brilliant success, one that looks back to the past and laughs confidently into the future.

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