Maserati GranTurismo Folgore | brand launches its first electric car

Maserati has opened the order books for its first electric car, the GranTurismo Folgore.

It marks the first step in the brand's strategy to have a fully electric line-up by 2030.

The GranTurismo Folgore is an electric version of the existing GranTurismo, so its styling and interior are identical.

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Powering the two-door coupe is a trio of electric motors that provide a combined power output of 760PS. Acceleration from 0-62mph is possible in 2.7 seconds, making the Folgore the fastest version of the GranTurismo.

A 92.5kWh battery is integrated into the car's floor, without impacting passenger space or ride height. It gives the car a range (WLTP) of 280 miles.

Charging speeds of up to 270kW are possible, as a result of the car's 800v electrical architecture. As a result, up to 62 miles of range car be added in just five minutes, using a suitable DC charger. The car also supports up to 22kW AC charging.

Pricing for the Maserati GranTurismo Folgore starts at £179,950, making it about £30,000 more expensive than a Porsche Taycan Turbo S. As a fully electric vehicle, the GranTurismo Folgore attracts a 2% benefit-in-kind tax.