HIGHSDeluxe interior, perky acceleration, athletic handling doesn't compromise comfortable ride.
LOWSRough idle from four-cylinder engine, steering could feel weightier, pricier to start than other luxury SUVs.
VERDICTIt wears designer duds and pampers with a high-end cabin, but the Grecale's powertrain could use some polish.
BY DREW DORIAN
Overview
Part athlete and part fashionista, the 2024 Grecale anchors the Maserati lineup with a tailored cabin and oodles of curb appeal. The turbocharged four-cylinder under its hood comes in two strengths-296 or 325 horsepower-and comes hooked to an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. Its distinctive styling sets it apart from rivals such as the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, BMW X3, and Porsche Macan, and so does its price, which starts thousands higher than those other SUVs. The Grecale makes up for that with a higher level of standard equipment, including cabin trimmings that are a class above. While the standard Grecale offers a decent amount of driver satisfaction, the performance-oriented Trofeo model (reviewed separately) is the one to consider if your priorities include acceleration and handling.
What's New for 2024?
The Grecale debuted last year as a new model, so it doesn't see many changes for 2024. All trims get a slightly restyled steering wheel, and the Modena model gets a new optional wheel design. Maserati has also launched its customization program this year. It's called the Fuoriserie Personalization Program and it provides buyers with many more paint, wheel, and interior options when designing their Grecale.
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Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2024 Maserati Grecale starts at $69.995 and goes up to $78.495 depending on the trim and options.
GT $69,995
Modena $78,495
Although its starting price places it among the priciest compact luxury crossovers in the class, we'd still recommend upgrading to the Modena trim, since it unlocks the four-cylinder engine's maximum 325 horsepower. That's not all you get for that nearly $10,000 upcharge, though, as the Modena trim also includes adaptive dampers, 20-inch wheels, a power sunroof, 14-way power-adjustable front seats, adaptive cruise control, wood interior trim, and more.