A Maserati MC20 supercar breaks the autonomous vehicle speed record in March 2025 at NASA's Launch and Landing Facility at Kennedy Space Center.
* The 2025 GranTurismo Folgore is the most expensive version of the GranTurismo.
* This EV is mind-blowingly quick and proves that there's more to the Italian luxury automaker than large engines.
In 2025, Maserati doesn't just make gas Italian luxury vehicles.
One of its quickest and most impressive new models is an electric luxury grand touring coupe. The 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore EV electrifies a powerful luxury coupe body style and makes it even quicker thanks to electric motors.
The GranTurismo Folgore isn't for everyone. Those lucky enough to afford this electric vehicle will have a driving and ownership experience that's hard to believe behind the wheel. USA TODAY Cars got to test the GranTurismo Folgore and its lightning-fast acceleration.
What makes the 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore stand out?
The Maserati GranTurismo Folgore's exterior is distinct and aggressive. Its stance is fierce, and its trident shows the world it isn't to be trifled with. The GranTurismo Fologre looks fast, but its exterior doesn't totally prepare drivers for just how quick this EV is.
Its cabin is predictably luxurious, comprised of premium materials and surfaces. The interior also incorporates great tech. Overall, The GranTurismo Folgore's defining characteristic is certainly its driving dynamics. USA TODAY Cars has tested several powerful models this year, but few are as mighty as the GranTurismo Folgore.
What sets the 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore apart from its rivals?
* 0-60 MPH time of just 2.6 seconds
* Bold and striking exterior design
* Ultra-lux cabin
How does it drive?
Maserati's 2025 GranTurismo Folgore uses three electric motors and an 800-volt battery to produce a whopping 751 horsepower. This amount of power is astonishing for a vehicle as small as the GranTurismo Folgore.
It has around 242 miles of range, which is average for a performance EV. DC (Direct Current) fast charging can replenish the EV's battery from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes or less, depending on the wattage of the charger. The GranTurismo Folgore achieves around 90 MPGE (Miles Per Gallon Equivalent) in the city and 85 MPGE on the highway.
As for handling, the Italian luxury EV is well-balanced thanks to all-wheel drive, and cornering is precise. Acceleration takes some getting used to, but it is thrilling with adequate space. It's so quick that it's almost intimidating to drive (in the best way possible).
What's it like inside?
The 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore's cabin screams sports car. Its Italian luxury heritage is apparent, but the GranTurismo Folgore EV also feels very futuristic thanks to plenty of advanced tech features and settings that are accessible via its 12.3-inch infotainment screen.
It comes standard with a leather steering wheel and premium leather seats. The front seats are heated. This EV includes a 12.2-inch digital dashboard. Our test model featured a heads-up display that projects information like navigation directions and more.
Will it fit your life?
Maserati's sporty luxury EV is a unique car for a unique type of driver. It's a coupe with a maximum seating capacity of four. The GranTurismo Folgore is a super-quick Italian sports car model made for driving enthusiasts. Its modest 10 cubic feet of cargo space isn't exactly designed for grocery hauls.
Is it worth it?
The 2025 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore starts at $197,800. Its main rivals are EVs like the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT and Audi RS e-Tron GT.
The Porsche Taycan Turbo GT is the most expensive of the three models ($231,995) and the most powerful with 1,019 horsepower. Maserati's EV isn't the most impressive model in its segment, but it's far from lackluster.
Its quick acceleration and distinct design language make it a solid contender in the luxury electric vehicle space for drivers shopping within its price range. Maserati is proving that its EVs can be just as exciting as its gas models.