Used 2012 Maserati GranTurismo for sale 

The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo comes in two trim lines starting at $123,000 for the S trim, followed by the top-end MC trim that starts at $139,900. Both trims come equipped with a 4.7L V8 Engine. The S trim produces 433 hp and 376 lb-ft, while the MC is more powerful, outputting 444 hp of maximum power and 376 lb-ft of maximum torque. The higher MC trim of the Gran Turismo also features a non-adjustable sport suspension, minor mechanical upgrades, and weight reduction.

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The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo’s base S trim would be the best option to choose. It starts at $123,000 and comes with features, including automatic dual-zone climate control, Bose system with surround sound, 20-inch alloy wheels, adaptive xenon headlights, automatic wipers, heated power-folding, and 10-way power-adjustable heated front seats. The higher trim is obviously more expensive, but at the respective price, there are many more powerful cars available. All in all, the base trim brings better value for money.

The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo comes equipped with a 4.7-liter V8 engine that puts out a maximum power of 433 hp and a maximum torque of 361 lb-ft in the base S trim, while the higher-end MC trim outputs 444 hp and 376 lb-ft. The engine's power is transferred to the rear wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

The GranTurismo reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and crosses the quarter-mile mark in 12.6 seconds, which are impressive numbers. The base price of the GranTurismo is $123,000, which is quite expensive and can go up significantly with added extras, interior trims, and packages. 

In comparison, the Porsche Panamera Turbo is the most powerful of the lot. With a 4.8L V8 under its hood putting out 500 hp and 516 lb-ft, it pulls the Porsche to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and crosses the quarter-mile mark in 11.8 seconds. The Aston Martin Vantage S comes in second place by taking 4.6 and 12.6 seconds to reach 60 mph and cross the quarter-mile, respectively. The Maserati stands last as it takes 4.8 seconds to reach 60 mph and 12.6 seconds to cross the quarter-mile. All cars are similarly priced in this competition. However, the Maserati is the most expensive.

Fuel efficiency is not very much to be expected from the V8-powered GranTurismo. The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo delivers fuel efficiency of 13 mpg in the city, 21 on the highway, and 15 mpg of combined fuel economy. The GranTurismo gets a 19.8-gallon fuel capacity, outputting a range of 257 miles in the city, 416 on the highway, and a combined range of 297 miles. The efficiency figures are on the lower side in the segment.

The Porsche Panamera Turbo delivers the best combined fuel efficiency of 18 mpg, while the Aston comes second, delivering a combined efficiency of 16 mpg, followed by the Maserati delivering 15 mpg. The Porsche has the biggest fuel capacity of 26.4 gallons, followed by the Aston with a 21.1-gallon tank and the Maserati with 19.8 gallons of fuel capacity. In the same order, the Porsche delivers the best-combined range of 475 miles, followed by the Vantage S and Aston providing 337 and 297 miles of combined range, respectively.

The GranTurismo provides very good space and comfort in the front row. It features a luxurious cabin with customizable and plush seats that offer great comfort and support in long drives. The second-row seats are not as spacious but certainly are usable.

It further features custom-stitched seats, multi-colored and different types of leather options, and exotic wood trims are available for customization according to the taste of the owner. The GranTurismo offers a cargo capacity of 9.2 cu-ft, which is the least in the competition.

All the cars in the competition are on par with each other when it comes to space in the front row. When it comes to second-row space, the Porsche has the most space. In terms of cargo capacity, the Porsche again has the most of 15.2 cu-ft, followed by the Aston with 10.6 and the GranTurismo with 9.2 cu-ft of cargo area, respectively. Major interior features include-

• Automatic Dual-zone Climate Control 
• Poltrona Frau leather upholstery
• 10-way Power-adjustable front seats
• Heated Front Seats
• Driver memory settings
• Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
• Aluminum Sport Pedals

How intuitive is the 2012 Maserati GranTurismo s infotainment unit?

The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo features a 7-inch central touchscreen infotainment unit as standard, which is outdated and not very intuitive to use. It is equipped with Aux and USB Connectivity along with an iPod interface. As for audio, there is a 6-speaker Maserati sound system fitted inside the GranTurismo as standard, while there is also an optional Bose surround sound system on offer outputting a great symphony of music. It also features a CD Player in its default setting. Few key infotainment features include-

• 6-Speaker audio unit
• Bose surround sound system 
• CD Player
• iPod Interface
• Bluetooth Connectivity
• USB Port
• Aux Input

The GranTurismo is a superb-looking machine from the outside with an elegant and at the same time sporty design language. The front grille can be opted in chrome finish as well as a black look along with the side vents. The front end further features a Trident logo on the front grille with a chrome finishing.

The rear end features a twin, dual-pipe exhaust system in chrome-plated stainless steel. The wheels of the GranTurismo are either 19-inch V-Style alloys or 20-inch Neptune Design alloy ones, both of which look awesome. The GranTurismo weighs 4,145 lbs, which is on the heavier side compared to the competition.

The Aston is the lightest among the competition. The Vantage S weighs 3,549 lbs, followed by the Porsche that weighs 4,343 lbs, while the Maserati is the heaviest weighing 4,145 lbs. The Porsche has a ground clearance of 5.7 inches, while the Maserati and Aston have a lower 3.9 and 3.8 inches of clearance, respectively. Major exterior highlights of the GranTurismo are-

• Adaptive Bi-Xenon Headlamps
• Grille and Side Vents in Chrome finishing
• 19” V-Style alloy wheels
• 20” Neptune Design alloy wheels
• Lightweight boot lid construction, with remote key opening
• Chrome line exterior trim
• Twin, dual-pipe exhaust system in chrome-plated stainless steel

The Maserati GranTurismo comes equipped with many standard safety features, including 4-wheel ABS and traction and stability control. The airbag system on the Maserati GranTurismo includes dual-stage front bags, side bags, and curtain bags for the driver and front passenger. The Maserati GranTurismo has not been tested by NHTSA or IIHS, so these scores are not available for analysis. Few salient safety features include-

• Electronic Parking Brake
• Maserati Stability Program 
• Stability Control
• Traction Control 
• Anti Lock Braking System (ABS) 
• Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) 
• Engine Torque Control 
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is a blend of performance and luxury offered at a quite expensive price point. The GranTurismo is definitely not the most powerful or the most spacious option in the price range as rival brands offer much more performance at even lower prices. But the Maserati offers a unique-looking, beautiful exterior with an ultra-luxurious, customizable interior and a usable second row of seats. So the GranTurismo can be considered by people who want something really unique and special from the segment. But for an even more powerful and exhilarating driving experience, the Panamera Turbo would be the perfect option.