We say Bags of character and performance to boot from the beautiful GranTurismo.Performance The 405bhp 4.2-litre V8 is very powerful, fast and smooth – a perfect match for the elegant GranTurismo. There’s even more from the 450bhp 4.7 V8.Emissions Between 330 and 354g/km depending on the GranTurismo ‘s engine is predictably poor. Fuel economy is equally unimpressive, but what do you expect?Driving Handling is fantastic all round. The GranTurismo has tonnes of grip, and little body lean going into corners. Unfortunately, the firm suspension makes it jittery on speed bumps and pot holes. Not one for around town, but you knew that anyway.Feel It’s generally very smooth and quiet on long journeys. The growl the GranTurismo‘s V8 gives off is fantastic, just what you’d expect from a Maserati.Space While there’s ample space for four, the GranTurismo’s boot is small at 260 litres.Equipment Leather upholstery, climate control, satellite navigation and much electronic gadgetry are included as standard on the Maserati GranTurismo.Price The Maserati coupe will cost a lot to buy and run. Resale values are decent.Quality The GT’s cabin is opulent, to say the least, and the majority of the materials are excellent. Reliability shouldn’t be an issue either.Safety Six airbags, traction control and stability control come as standard.Pros Excellent handling, great motorway cruiser, good standard kit, great quality.Cons High running costs, small boot, harsh suspension.Alternatives Bentley Continental GT, Porsche 911, Jaguar XK
