The Maserati Grecale is a mid-sized luxury sport utility vehicle (SUV) which really does emphasis the word ‘Sport’. For the petrol-heads among us there’s a range of V6 petrol and mild hybrid engine options to cater for different budgets. This new model scheduled for early 2026 is a magnificently capable fully-electric vehicle (EV) redolent of premium luxury, as would be expected from this Italian brand, offering powerful electric performance and a decent range. There’s no real change on the exterior looks, other than some paint options; it is under the skin that the revolution has occurred.
At the ‘Sign of the Trident’ the Grecale Folgore comes complete with new engineering solutions for maximum efficiency, autonomy and performance. With this car, Maserati has evolved one of the flagship versions of its SUV model. The Grecale Folgore boasts a wealth of unprecedented technology to define a new standard in high-performance electrification: For example, this new EV launches the ‘AWD-Disconnect’ system and improves autonomy. In fact, the
entire Trident SUV range offers the perfect balance between performance and driving pleasure.
About The New Grecale Folgore
‘Folgore’ means ‘lightning bolt’, so draw your own conclusions. The main new technical feature is the unprecedented all-wheel drive (AWD) disconnection system. When AWD is not required, the vehicle transfers traction only to the rear axle, with a significant reduction in energy consumption and a consequent increase in range, up to 360 miles (580 km) apparently, thus confirming itself as a benchmark in terms of excellence in the prestige EV segment.
It seems the transition between all- and rear-wheel drive takes place in just 500 milliseconds, by physically disengaging the front axle shafts from the hubs. This solution, unlike other systems on the market that limit disconnection to the engine or differential level, allows for true and complete isolation of the transmission, thus maximising energy savings. The entire process is managed by an autonomous control strategy that requires no interaction from the driver. In short, the front electric motor shuts down when not required for traction.
In detail, smart traction management uses a network of sensors and advanced algorithms, processing thousands of parameters per second. These include torque demand, brake temperature, road gradient, instantaneous speed and acceleration, selected driving mode, outside temperature and activation of vehicle dynamic control systems, such as ABS, ESC, ASR and torque vectoring applied to braking. This predictive analysis enables drivers to choose the most efficient configuration at any time without sacrificing traction and active safety. When you consider the original Series 1 Land Rover, it is amazing how far automotive technology has come.
The Battery
The automatic battery pre-conditioning system intervenes when an ultra-fast charging station is set as a destination via the navigation system using the EV Routing function; that is to say that the smart navigation function for EV’s plans routes and charging stops to suit. In this case, the vehicle proactively adjusts the temperature of the battery, bringing it into the ideal range for the high-power charging process and significantly reducing charging times.
EV Routing remains a pillar of the driving experience. The system calculates the route, taking into account charge level, driving style and elevation profile, automatically integrating any charging stops and minimising overall travel time. To support this function, Maseratihas added ‘Dynamic Range Mapping’, providing a visual representation of the maximum distance achievable on a map based on battery status, with constant updates according to driving conditions. This tool provides the driver with an accurate, real-time prediction of remaining range, eliminating any uncertainty in travel planning, which is a key factor when buyers question the range issue. The system takes that worry away.
The Luxury Interior
For everyday comfort, the remote passenger compartment climate control function has been retained. It can be used to stabilise the in-car temperature via the ‘Maserati Connect’ app even when the vehicle is switched off, offering occupants a welcoming environment from the moment they get into the vehicle.
Interiors and trim, say Maserati, are more than ever devoted to attention to detail. The Grecale stands out in this respect: Opening the doors is like entering a world of comfort and style with prestigious materials that enhance the surfaces, together with the quest for unique graphics and colours, extended into even more of a wealth of combinations.
Three new interior configurations from the company’s ‘Fuoriserie’ programme are now available as standard: Premium ‘Pelle Ghiaccio’, Sport Leather ‘Nero/Rosso’ and Sport Leather ‘Nero/Giallo’, as well as eight options for the highly adjustable ‘Fuoriserie’ seats.
The Model Line-Up
For 2026 a revised and comprehensive Maserati Grecale line-up is planned. As ever with Italian prestige car makers, passion is the watch word. Now though this elusive property is matched by the latest in innovation, and versatility making up the ingredients in the Grecale, which together with the other models from the Maserati range, the GranTurismo, MCPURA, MCPURA Cielo and GT2 Stradale, stands as the epitome of Italian luxury. It is, in the company’s words, “the Maserati way”, thus expressing the brand's DNA devoted to the spirit of grand touring, with the ability to combine performance and elegance in a unique, refined and unparalleled driving experience.
Added to this are the dedicated specifications, the extensive colour palette and a series of exclusive interpretations as part of the Maserati ‘Fuoriserie Customisation Programme,’ the most authentic expression of the brand's tailor-made craftsmanship. For the Grecale, the ‘Fuoriserie’ Programme offers 32 exterior colours, six of which are new for 2026, along with eight dedicated interiors, four different brake callipers, one of which is exclusive to the Grecale Folgore EV plus five wheel options for the range and one, again, specifically for the electric version, as well as three trim levels.
Maserati With MHH International
With the Grecale Folgore, Maserati has taken a big step towards advanced and high-performance electric mobility, combining technical refinement, energy efficiency and driving pleasure in a balance that only the ‘House of the Trident’ can offer. Currently, the Maserati Grecale is a very well judged car.
In testing the current combustion-engine models, the car proved to be a tremendously enjoyable and safe-feeling drive, remembering it is not a sports car but a family sized vehicle. Overtaking is swift and safe after which the car settles back to a refined lope when you’re just cruising along. It would seem that the new 2026 EV version will extend the SUV’s capability evidencing the benefits of EV driving to suit requirements and offering a smart balance between sporting endeavour, family-focused practicality and luxury grand-touring credentials. Acceleration of the Grecale Folgore EV is said to be ‘rapid’, instant power with no hesitation.
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