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- The 2025 GranTurismo Folgore is the most expensive version of the GranTurismo.
- This EV is shockingly fast and proves there’s more to the Italian luxury automaker than big engines.
In 2025, Maserati won’t just be making gasoline-powered Italian luxury cars.
One of the fastest and most impressive new models is the electric luxury grand touring coupe. The 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore EV electrifies the powerful and luxurious coupe body style and goes even faster thanks to its electric motor.
The GranTurismo Folgore is not for everyone. Those lucky enough to own this electric vehicle will have an incredible driving and ownership experience behind the wheel. USA TODAY Cars got to test the GranTurismo Folgore and its lightning-fast acceleration.
What makes the 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore stand out?
The exterior of the Maserati GranTurismo Folgole is unique and aggressive. His attitude is ferocious, and the trident shows that the world should not be taken lightly. The GranTurismo Followgre looks fast, but its appearance doesn’t give the driver a complete idea of just how fast this EV is.
Its cabin is predictably luxurious, constructed with premium materials and surfaces. The interior also features impressive technology. Overall, what sets the GranTurismo Folgore apart is certainly its driving dynamics. USA TODAY Cars tested several powerful models this year, but few are as powerful as the GranTurismo Folgore.
What makes the 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore different from its rivals?
- 0-60MPH acceleration time is only 2.6 seconds
- Bold and impressive exterior design
- super luxurious cabin
How do you drive?
Maserati’s 2025 GranTurismo Folgore uses three electric motors and an 800-volt battery to produce a whopping 751 horsepower. For a vehicle as small as the GranTurismo Folgore, this power is impressive.
It has a range of about 342 miles, which is average for a high-performance EV. DC (direct current) fast charging can charge an EV’s battery from 10% to 80% in less than 30 minutes, depending on the wattage of the charger. The GranTurismo Folgore achieves approximately 90 MPGE (miles per gallon) in the city and 85 MPGE on the highway.
When it comes to handling, the Italian luxury EV is well balanced thanks to all-wheel drive, and cornering is precise. Acceleration takes some getting used to, but there’s plenty of space and it’s thrilling. It’s so fast that it’s scary to drive (in the best sense of the word).
What’s it like inside?
The 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore’s cabin screams sports car. Although its Italian luxury car heritage is clear, the GranTurismo Folgore EV is also very futuristic, thanks to the many advanced technology features and settings accessible through the 12.3-inch infotainment screen.
A genuine leather steering wheel and high-quality genuine leather seats are standard equipment. The front seats are equipped with heaters. This EV includes a 12.2-inch digital dashboard. Our test model had a heads-up display that projects information such as navigation directions.
Does it fit into your life?
Maserati’s sporty and luxurious EV is a unique car for a unique type of driver. It is a coupe that seats up to 4 people. The GranTurismo Folgore is an Italian super-fast sports car model created for driving enthusiasts. The modest 10 cubic feet of cargo space isn’t exactly designed for transporting groceries.
Is it worth it?
Prices for the 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore start at $197,800. Its main competitors are EVs such as the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and Audi RS e-tron GT.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT is the most expensive of the three models ($231,995) and the most powerful with 1,019 horsepower. Maserati’s EV isn’t the most impressive model in the segment, but it’s by no means lackluster.
Its quick acceleration and unique design language make it a strong contender in the luxury electric vehicle category for drivers shopping in its price range. Maserati is proving that EVs can be just as exciting as gasoline models.
