Let’s be honest — if you’re buying a Maserati, you’re not here for spreadsheets and spec comparisons. You’re here because somewhere deep inside, you believe driving should feel like an event. Enter the Maserati Grecale GT, a compact luxury SUV that wants to make every commute feel like a slow-motion perfume ad.
So, what exactly is it?
The Grecale is Maserati’s second SUV, sliding in below the Levante in both size and price (barely). But don’t call it a baby SUV — this thing has presence. Think: Macan-sized but with Italian swagger. It’s exotic without shouting, sporty without needing a wing the size of a dining table, and luxurious in a way that makes German cabins feel a bit… cold.
First impressions: Fashionably fast
From the moment you walk up to it, the Grecale gives off “I’m not like the others” energy. You’ve got the signature low-set grille, triple side vents, boomerang-style rear lights (a throwback to the OG 3200 GT), and a stance that says it’s ready to flirt with a mountain road.
There are quad exhausts at the back — just in case you were wondering whether this SUV was here for business or pleasure. (Spoiler: It’s here for pleasure.)
Inside: Where old-world charm meets new-world screens
Step inside and you’re greeted with a cabin that could easily double as a designer lounge. Leather everywhere, stitching that looks like it belongs on a runway in Milan, and a digital clock that doubles as a G-meter — because why not?
There are three main screens and a fourth for climate controls. Normally, we’d groan at touch-sensitive HVAC controls, but Maserati actually makes it work. Swipe up for temp, left for fan speed. Intuitive. Elegant. Just a bit smug.
Quirky? Definitely.
You don’t get a gear lever. Instead, you get buttons for Drive, Reverse, Neutral, and Park. And audio controls? Hidden behind the steering wheel spokes. There’s a learning curve here, but once you’re in the flow, it feels oddly satisfying — like you’ve unlocked a secret Italian mode.
On the road: More soul than stats
Under the hood of this GT trim is a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol with mild-hybrid tech pushing out 300hp. Doesn’t sound like much in a world of 600hp super-SUVs, but this engine has soul. It revs like it’s had a double espresso, pulls harder than expected, and makes all the right noises when you prod it in Sport mode. 0-100kmph comes up in 5.6 seconds, and honestly, that’s more than enough to embarrass half the traffic around you.
Handling? Surprisingly sharp. The Grecale stays planted in corners, with steering that’s light but precise. Ride quality is firm, but never punishing. And guess what — it even clears Indian speed breakers without scraping its underbelly. Miracle.
Back seat? Boot? Yeah, those exist.
Rear space is decent for adults, though tall passengers might wish for more headroom. There’s a 535-litre boot, which is actually usable — just don’t expect a spare tyre. Maserati gives you a puncture repair kit and a prayer.
The catch? Price, of course.
Starting at ₹1.31 crore (ex-showroom), the Grecale GT is not cheap. For context, that’s more than a base Porsche Macan, which makes less power but comes with more badge cred in this segment. Go all-in for the Trofeo variant with the 530hp twin-turbo V6 and you’re looking at ₹2.05 crore.
So yeah, it’s a heart-over-head purchase. But when has buying Italian ever been logical?
Final Verdict:
If you want cold perfection, go German.
If you want a car that feels special every single day, even in traffic… the Maserati Grecale is your kind of madness.
