2008 Maserati GranTurismo - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2008 maserati granturismo Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Options are mostly limited to an array of aesthetic enhancements. The GranTurismo's brake calipers can be painted any of five additional colors (black is standard), and there are three optional wheel designs -- one 19-inch set and two 20-inchers. Any of 10 "special paints" can be applied to the exterior at the buyer's behest, and seemingly endless combinations of interior hues and trim pieces are also available. Powertrains and Performance: The 2008 Maserati GranTurismo is propelled by a 4.2-liter V8 that pumps out 405 horsepower and 339 pound-feet of torque. The engine is designed and built... |
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Review: 2008 Maserati GranTurismoSource: MSN Autos...Sadly, Bluetooth connectivity is currently unavailable.Visibility from the driver’s perch is good, but the stylish curves make it nearly impossible to see the edges of the car. Since this isn’t the type of vehicle you want to station by the bump method, parking maneuvers require great care. Adding to the low-speed woes is the GT’s size. Although a coupe, it is amply proportioned and actually longer than a Ford Explorer.On the RoadOur first experience in the GT was in northern Italy, where we were struck by the power and musical exhaust note. Combined with responsive steering and sticky... |
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2008 Maserati GranTurismo OverviewSource: CarGurus...oval grille to its curvy body and sculpted rear end, the GranTurismo exudes Italian style and visual excitement.Inside, passengers are cushioned by Poltrona Frau leather sports seats with power adjustment in the front. Polished wood trim, hand-finished pockets, and ample storage areas make the GranTurismo both luxurious and functional. Standard features include an 11-speaker Bose Surround Sound audio system. Some have noted that while Maserati has strived to provide ample interior space, the rear seat can feel cramped for tall adults, especially when it comes to head room. However, the... |
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2008 Maserati GranTurismo Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...where the arching fenders and long pointed nose are most notable; this is in stark contrast with the current Coupe and its bulgy front and rear ends. Interior Maserati surrounds the interior with high-quality leather and wood, as well as chrome accents on the dashboard. There's seating for four passengers, and Maserati says two adults can fit comfortably in the backseat. Under the Hood Powered by the same Ferrari-derived 4.2-liter V-8 as the Coupe, the Gran Turismo has 405 horsepower, and Maserati says it can accelerate from zero to 62 mph in 5.2 seconds and reach a top speed of 177 mph. A... |
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