Used 2018 Maserati GranTurismo for sale 

The available two trims include Turismo Sport and GranTurismo MC. The Gran Turismo MC being with more advanced features is costlier than Gran Turismo Sport. The stylish look of the vehicle attracts the viewer and the interiors make the passengers feel comfortable.

The Maserati GranTurismo is available with various standard features with plenty of optional features as well. It comes with a 4.7 liter V8 making 454hp that ensures delivery of ample amount of power and performance to the coupe.

Buying advice

The Maserati GranTurismo Coupe and the base sport is priced at $134,600 and this model is found to be having almost all the latest advancements of the sports cars of Maserati so far. You are free to choose the specifications including luxury options and customize the car to your requirements. 

The Maserati Gran Turismo features a 4.7-liter V8 engine that makes 454hp and 384 lb-ft of torque respectively. The vehicle comes with a 6-speed automatic transmission that delivers all the power to the rear wheels.

The Jaguar F-Type R makes the most power with 550hp and 502lb-ft torque. Then comes the Maserati GranTurismo with 454hp and 384lb-ft of torque and the least powerful of the above cars is the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS making 450hp and 405 lb-ft of torque.

2018 Maserati GranTurismo Acceleration

The GranTurismo reaches the 60mph speed at 4.8 seconds and the quarter-mile distance in just 13.0 seconds. It will go on to achieve its top speed of 186 miles per hour which is quite standard for a sports car with a big engine.

The fastest of the above to 60mph is the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS with a time of 3.4 seconds followed very closely by the Jaguar F-type R with 3.5 seconds and then comes the Maserati GranTurismo with 4.8 seconds. 

2018 Maserati GranTurismo Ride and Handling 

The suspension is double-wishbone on the front and back, similar to what you get on race cars and supercars. The double-wishbone suspension allows every wheel to act independently to each other. This allows you to have a smooth ride along with better stability while you drive. 

In the handling department, the Maserati GranTurismo comes with an improved steering response while maneuvering at high speed, or to decrease the turning radius at low speed there is also rear-wheel steering employed. Pointing to the desired directions and avoiding the collision rear-wheel steering is applied.

2018 Maserati GranTurismo Braking Performance

The Braking System of the Maserati GranTurismo Sport features a disc brake system, with 14.2-inch front rotors and 13.0-inch rear rotors. The rotors are also vented which means it cools itself faster when under heavy repetitive braking, ideal for when you are in racing conditions.

The Porsche has the shortest stopping distance from 60 mpg to 0, setting a distance of 98 feet, then comes the Jaguar F-Type R with a distance of 101 feet, and not too far behind is the Maserati GranTurismo with 108 feet.

The Maserati GranTurismo offers 13 mpg in the city, 21 mpg on the highway, and 16 mpg combined. Maserati equips the GranTurismo with a 22.7-gallon fuel tank. This allows it to have a range of 295 miles in the city, 477 miles on the highway, and 363 miles combined.

In terms of combined range, the Maserati GranTurismo sport offers the most with a combined range of 363 miles, this is due to its large fuel tank. Then comes the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS with a range of 350 miles and the lease range offered by the Jaguar F-Type R of 333 miles.

The Maserati GranTurismo can seat four occupants comfortably in the cabin. The rear seats however are a bit cramped as they do not offer a lot of legroom. The interior is draped in the best of leathers Maserati has to offer and you get to choose the color of upholstery on the seats and dash, seat belt color, and contrasting stitch color if any. 

For comfort, Maserati equips the GranTurismo with 10-way sports bucket seats with the features of heated power-adjustable memory driver’s seat and front passenger seat. They also have the feature of power easy rear-seat entry and the option of seat ventilation. For added comfort, there is front dual-zone climate control.

We reckon the Maserati GranTurismo has more space for passengers than the Porsche, however, the GranTurismo does lose out to the Jaguar F-Type R when it comes to legroom in the front row, the only row for the Jaguar. 

2018 Maserati GranTurismo Infotainment System

The Maserati GranTurismo Sport comes with an infotainment system that has an 8.4-inch high-resolution touchscreen display. It supports Bluetooth Audio Streaming, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. The infotainment system provides hard-drive navigation and it contains an in-dash SD card reader along with USB audio ports. Also included is SiriusXM travel + traffic for five years and a Harman Kardon Premium sound system with 10-speakers.

2018 Maserati GranTurismo Cargo and Capacity

The Maserati GranTurismo comes with a 9.2 cu-ft. which is big enough for holding a set of golf clubs, everyday groceries, and two or three large weekend bags. However, the rear seats do not fold down in case you have any additional bags you might want to put in there, those will have to go on the back seat.

When compared with the competitors, the Jaguar F-Type R is found to have a maximum cargo space of 11 cu-ft. the Maserati GranTurismo Sport offers the next best with 9.2 cu-ft. and then comes the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS with 5.1 cu-ft. of cargo space.

The Maserati GranTurismo showcases itself with a stunning, sleek, and stylish look. Right from the headlights to the taillights, the energy-efficient and long-life Xenon lights to light up the way for the vehicle. Completing the car is a set of 20” wheels fitted as stock/ Maserati offers a lot of options for the GranTurismo, these include wheels they also include bigger sizes (if you need them) and other designs, carbon fiber parts for the front splitter, mirror cases and few more, and lastly, good looking paint choices to make the GranTurismo stand out.

In terms of dimensions, The Maserati GranTurismo is longer than the rest by nearly 15 inches. The rest of the exterior dimensions are similar, an inch here or there that’s all. The big difference can be seen also in the Curb weight where the GranTurismo is nearly 300 pounds heavier than the Jaguar, and nearly 950 pounds heavier than the Porsche. 

The Maserati GranTurismo is not yet rated by both the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) and the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). However, Maserati installs a lot of features in the GranTurismo including some advanced safety features. Some of the safety features are:

• ABS with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) 
• 6-way airbag protection
• Anti Slip Regulation (ASR)
• Engine brake torque control (MSR)
• Advanced Brake Assist system (ABA)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Hydraulic Braking Assistance (HBA)

Maserati GranTurismo vs Porsche 911 Carrera GTS

When compared with the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS, The Maserati provides more power and more range. There is also more space in the interior. The Porsche 911 Carrera GTS is lighter and smaller than the GranTurismo and is the benchmark of what a sports car should be. With either of the cars, you cannot go wrong but, the Italian styling is a winning factor for the Maserati. 

Maserati GranTurismo vs Jaguar F-Type R

The Jaguar comes with more power and much better performance than the Maserati. But, Maserati offers one of the most luxurious interiors on the market and also a very stylish appearance which is difficult to beat. With adequate performance from the engine, the Maserati GranTurismo is an attractive offer.

The 2018 Maserati GranTurismo is good for anybody looking for an Italian styled 4-passenger luxury Coupe. The practicality of the powertrain along with superior performance is something to buzz about without getting tired. There is also the styling to the exterior and interior with lots of premium options and luxurious features making this a very attractive offering.