Ah, the Maserati Grecale—because sometimes you want an SUV that doesn’t just get you from point A to point B but does so with the flair of an Italian opera singer delivering a dramatic high note. This luxury crossover, launched in 2022, is Maserati’s way of telling the world, “Yes, we too can make an SUV, and no, it won’t be boring.”
Naming Matters
The name Grecale comes from the Mediterranean wind, Gregale. That’s right—Maserati named their car after a gust of wind. Which makes sense because this car moves like one. And while it’s not as poetic as Lamborghini naming their cars after legendary bulls, at least it’s better than calling it the Maserati Slight Breeze.
Design: A Work of Art or Just a Show-Off?
Designed by Klaus Busse, the Grecale sports the signature Maserati grille, proudly flaunting the Trident logo, as if to remind you that you’re not driving just any SUV—you’re piloting Italian royalty. And those MC20-derived Adaptive Full-LED Matrix Headlights? They shine bright enough to guide lost tourists through Rome at night.
On the side, you’ll find side air vents—not because they need them but because Maserati loves to flex its sporty heritage. The C-pillar gets another Trident logo, just in case you missed the one at the front. And for those who think roof rails ruin an SUV’s aesthetic, don’t worry—Maserati gives you the option to ruin it yourself.
The back is where the drama unfolds. The boomerang-shaped LED tail lights, inspired by the Giugiaro 3200 GT, make sure even the cars left in your dust have something beautiful to look at. Plus, you can opt for a factory tour and delivery experience, because nothing says luxury like picking up your car straight from Italy and pretending you’re in a Fast & Furious movie.
Size & Wheels: Big Car, Bigger Personality
The Grecale is a 4.8-meter-long, 2.1-meter-wide beast that weighs nearly 1900 kg. It takes up road space like an entitled aristocrat. But it’s okay, because it rolls on stunning 21-inch Crio design Fuoriserie glossy white alloys, with 20-inch options for those who enjoy mediocrity.
Maserati also lets you pick the color of your brake calipers—red, black, or yellow—because why should Ferrari have all the fun? Wrapped around these are Pirelli P Zero tires that probably grip the road tighter than an Italian grandmother gripping your cheek.
Performance: Fast, Faster, Fastest
Maserati offers three petrol engines and one electric variant, because everyone deserves to experience Italian speed, regardless of their fuel preference:
- Mild-Hybrid 2.0L Turbo (325 HP, 450 Nm, 5.3 sec 0-100 km/h, 240 km/h top speed)
- Slightly Less Angry 2.0L Turbo (295 HP, 450 Nm, 5.3 sec 0-100 km/h, 240 km/h top speed)
- Absolutely Bonkers 3.0L V6 Nettuno (522 HP, 620 Nm, 3.8 sec 0-100 km/h, 285 km/h top speed)
- Electric Folgore (542 HP, 820 Nm, 4.1 sec 0-100 km/h, 220 km/h top speed, ~500 km range)
Whichever engine you pick, you get an 8-speed automatic transmission, because Italians believe shifting gears manually is for peasants.
And let’s not forget the Skyhook Air Suspension with six levels of adjustment. So whether you’re cruising in Comfort mode, attacking corners in Sport mode, or pretending you’re a rally driver in Off-Road mode, the Grecale is ready.
Technology: Because Buttons Are Too Mainstream
Inside, Maserati goes full tech-fest:
- 12.3-inch Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA) with Android Automotive OS, which means Google Assistant might occasionally remind you to slow down.
- 8.8-inch Comfort Display for controlling climate, ambient lighting, and other important things, like making sure your heated seats are activated on a summer day because why not?
- 12.3-inch TFT Digital Instrument Cluster displaying everything from speed to your life choices.
- Head-Up Display that shows speed, navigation, and safety warnings because looking down is so last decade.
And of course, Maserati Connect lets you control certain car features via your smartphone, perfect for those who like to flex their car’s abilities at dinner parties.
Luxury: Because You Deserve It (If You Can Afford It)
The Grecale’s cabin is wrapped in leather, wood, or carbon fiber, depending on your taste (or how much extra cash you’re willing to throw at Maserati). The heated rear seats ensure your passengers don’t complain, and the ventilated front seats keep the driver from melting during spirited drives. Stainless steel sport pedals add a touch of aggression because nothing says performance like aggressively pressing a brake pedal.
Oh, and did we mention the 21-speaker Sonus Faber sound system? If you can’t hear Pavarotti crystal clear at 240 km/h, what’s even the point?
Safety: ADAS Level 1 (Because Level 2 Would Be Too Mainstream)
Maserati has equipped the Grecale with a bunch of Active Driver Assistance Systems, including:
- Lane Keeping Assist (for when you’re too busy admiring the car’s interior)
- Blind Spot Monitor (because other drivers will always try to sneak up and admire your ride)
- Traffic Sign Recognition (so you can pretend you obey speed limits)
- Drowsy Driver Detection (because even a Maserati can’t make traffic fun)
Final Verdict: Worth the Hype?
The Maserati Grecale is not just another luxury SUV—it’s an Italian masterpiece on wheels. It’s fast, stylish, tech-loaded, and expensive enough to make your bank account cry. But if you have INR 1.32 to 2.05 crore lying around and want an SUV that screams “I appreciate fine engineering, but I also want to be comfortable,” the Grecale is your car.
If nothing else, buy it for the factory tour and Maserati club membership—because let’s be honest, saying “I drive a Maserati” is half the fun.
