Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Premium Coupe
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Maserati learned from its mistakes made on the Coupe that was shown in 2002 and improved the vehicle in many ways so it could become the grand tourer it was intended to be.
The Italian brand had a sporty DNA in its veins and a tradition that was spread for many decades. But even with all that experience in its past, it wasn't flawless. So, the Coupe that was launched in 2002 proved to sell in unsatisfactory numbers. Just two years after that model came out on the market, the Gransport came to fix all the issues.
In 2002, the Italian automaker introduced a new front fascia on the Gransport. It featured a larger lower grille with a metallic-mesh pattern that supported the company's logo and the Italian flag underneath. Its flush-to-bodywork headlights were swept back on the front fenders, on next to the low, curved hood. The greenhouse started with a very raked windshield and continued with a short roof and a sloped rear windscreen. On the profile, the two-door vehicle sported a B-pillar and a second window for the rear passenger and, also, to increase the driver's all-around visibility.
Inside, the luxurious environment was enhanced by the leather-wrapped seats and door cards. Moreover, the dashboard was designed with two arched lines that clearly divided the front occupants into the driving area and the relaxing area. Between them, the automaker installed a center console and stack. At the back, Maserati installed a bench for two, although the legroom was not exactly generous.
Under the hood, the 4.2-liter powerplant provided ten additional horsepower than the regular Coupe, and it was paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.2L V8 6AT (400 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4244 cm3 |
Power: | 298 KW @ 7000 RPM 400 HP @ 7000 RPM 400 BHP @ 7000 RPM |
Torque: | 333 lb-ft @ 4500 RPM 452 Nm @ 4500 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 180 mph (290 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/35 ZR19 (Front) - 265/30 ZR19 (Rear) |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 178.1 in (4524 mm) |
Width: | 71.7 in (1821 mm) |
Height: | 51 in (1295 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 60.6/60 in (1,539/1,524 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.7 in (2659 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 7.7 cuFT (218 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3594 lbs (1630 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4541.5 lbs (2060 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 8.3 mpg US (28.3 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 18.1 mpg US (13 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 12.6 mpg US (18.7 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 430 g/km |