Maserati GranTurismo
MOTOR Magazine Australia|September 2017

Italian old-stager’s refresh doesn’t iron out all wrinkles

Mike Duff
Maserati GranTurismo

THIS WASN’T supposed to happen. Four years ago, Harald Wester, Maserati’s then boss, told us the ageing GranTurismo and its GranCabrio sister were set for the grave. But he’s since left and the pair have been given a facelift to eke out their existence for a couple of years.

This is a range rationalisation as much as a refresh. Maserati has dropped the entry-level 4.2-litre engine, which snared only 20 per cent of sales, and the optional single-clutch automatic transmission offered on the previous MC Stradale.

All versions will now use the 338kW 4.7-litre V8 and the six-speed ZF torque converter auto; choice is limited to Sport and MC trim levels.

Yes, there are styling tweaks, with redesigned bumpers front and rear, new wheels and new colours. The Levante’s new touchscreen infotainment system is a welcome addition, but everything else is very familiar.

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