2018 Maserati GranTurismo: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2018 Maserati GranTurismo gets a meaningful late-life refresh, led by revised front and rear styling and a modern 8.4-inch touchscreen. It is not a full redesign, and the V8 powertrain carries over.
About the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo
1st generation (2008-2019 in the U.S.), late-cycle refresh year and second-to-last model year.
Maserati positions the GranTurismo as an Italian four-seat grand tourer that blends dramatic styling, a naturally aspirated V8 soundtrack, and real road-trip comfort. It is less about outright lap times than about emotion: the sound, the long-hood shape, the leather-lined cabin, and the fact that it can carry more than two people. Against rivals, its biggest draw is character—especially the V8 sound and the combination of exotic looks with usable rear seats.
The Sport is the comfort-focused four-seat grand tourer, with leather seating and an adaptive suspension that adjusts to road conditions. The MC has a more aggressive character, with firmer suspension tuning, bolder bodywork, central exhaust outlets, and the same 454-hp 4.7-liter V8.
What changed, by category
2018 Maserati GranTurismo specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.7 Liter | V8, 4.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd MC w/Sportshift | Automatic, 6-Spd MC w/Sportshift |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 13 mpg | 13 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20–21 mpg | 20–21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 454 hp | 454 hp |
| Torque | 384 lb-ft | 384 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 6.1–9.2 cu-ft | 6.1–9.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 30.1 in | 30.1 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo compared with the 2017 model?
The 2018 GranTurismo received revised front and rear styling, a redesigned center console, and a new 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The range was also reduced to Sport and MC after the Base and MC Centennial trims were dropped.
Was the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo fully redesigned?
No. The 2018 GranTurismo was a late-cycle styling and technology refresh, not a full redesign. Its underlying structure and suspension layouts carried over.
Did the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo get a new engine?
No. Both 2018 trims kept the naturally aspirated 4.7-liter V8 with 454 horsepower and a six-speed automatic transmission.
Does the 2018 Maserati GranTurismo have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. Both the 2018 Sport and MC have an 8.4-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
How do the 2018 GranTurismo Sport and MC differ?
The Sport emphasizes comfort, with leather seating and an adaptive suspension. The MC is the more aggressive version, with firmer suspension tuning, deeper bodywork, central exhaust outlets, and a more track-inspired cabin.
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