Maserati was fairly late to the party when it announced the launch of the Grecale last year. It inaugurated the Italian marque’s mid-sized luxury SUV segment, which sits below the larger Levante crossover, released some seven years ago. Currently, the Grecale comes in three distinct models: GT, Modena and Trofeo, with the Folgore — Maserati’s first fully electric SUV — set for 2024.
SUVs are one of the most popular vehicles on the road today. The initial desirability stemmed from practicality. Off-road capabilities and a high driving position contributed to its image as a solid jack of all trades, but as the SUV developed over time, it took on the guise of the perfect family car — a purposeful purchase that could fulfil various duties.
Car makers naturally set about making them both faster and more comfortable with enhancements that exceeded utility, but as luxury players entered the arena, the SUV’s stature heightened even further. In this exclusive realm, captivating design, a formidable powertrain and cutting-edge technology formed the fundamentals.
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