Geneva Show: Maserati GranTurismo worldwide debut
Author: Robin Brown
Published: 07 March 2007
The brand-new Maserati GranTurismo, styled by Pininfarina, is making its worldwide debut at the Geneva Auto Show.
With a capacity of up to four people the GranTurismo and V8 4.2-litre engine with 405bhp at 7,100 rpm and maximum torque of 399 lb ft (460Nm) at 4,750 rpm.
The GranTurismo’s maximum speed is 177mph and it accelerates from 0-62 mph in 5.2 seconds.
Inside Poltrona Frau leather feels soft and cosy in winter, cool and fresh in summer, says Maserati.
The dual-xenon lights which are fitted to the Maserati GranTurismo can be enhanced by the rotation function.
In addition to the new GranTurismo and Quattroporte Automatic (also in the Executive GT version), Maserati displays in Geneva the Quattroporte Sport GT with the DuoSelect gearbox, with interior carbon-fibre finish, 20’’ alloy wheel rims, aluminium pedals, dedicated to customers that focus on driving comfort.
Also on the stand will be the GranSport, the car for those who are looking for high performance and speed.
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