2024-2025 MASERATI GRANTURISMO TROFEO: MY NEW FAVORITE GRAND TOURER: FULL REVIEW

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The 2024 Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo is hailed as a new favorite grand tourer, impressing with its phenomenal powertrain, responsive steering, and exceptionally comfortable air suspension. The twin-turbo 3.0L V6, borrowed from the MC20, delivers a potent 542 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, offering immediate power delivery without throttle delay, a characteristic usually reserved for EVs. The ZF8 automatic transmission is praised for its smoothness in daily driving and responsiveness during spirited drives. While the exterior boasts elegant lines and functional venting, the rear design is noted as less distinctive. The interior is largely luxurious with high-quality materials, but the reviewer strongly criticizes the prevalence of glossy black touchpoints and cheap-feeling plastic buttons, particularly for transmission controls, which detract from the premium experience. Key features like the 360 camera, hands-free liftgate, and ventilated seats are surprisingly optional at this price point. Despite a weight of around 4,000 lbs, the GranTurismo handles well, though its long wheelbase and lack of rear-steer make it less suited for tight, technical tracks compared to smaller rivals. Overall, it's lauded as a supremely comfortable, capable, and enjoyable grand tourer that excels on long trips and enjoyable roads, even accommodating rear passengers better than many competitors.