Maserati Grecale Folgore, Trident SUV becomes electric

The Maserati Grecale Folgore is the first 100% electric SUV and completes a range that is also made up of internal combustion and hybrid engines. It was born on a platform that integrates electric motors – there are two, one for each axle and configures a four-wheel drive without a transmission shaft – in the frame, while the battery is placed under the floor, so as not to compromise. best-in-class internal volumes. The electrical design is 400 Volt, the accumulators have a capacity of 105 kWh and the maximum power is 558 HP, enough to run from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.1 seconds and reach 220 km / h thanks also to 800 Nm of torque. The autonomy of the Maserati Grecale Folgore is 500 kilometers and as for recharging, the alternating current accepts up to 22 kW, while the direct current can go up to 150 kW and this means adding 100 kilometers of autonomy in just 9 minutes (with a fast range) . Speaking instead of aesthetics, the exterior color of Rame Folgore is inspired by the facade of the Guggenheim in Bilbao; inside, however, innovative materials are used such as Econyl, a fiber made from recycled nylon obtained by recycling waste. The Folgore bas-relief motif on the dashboard and the inner vein of 3D carbon copper stand out on the dashboard, accentuated by the lighting.

Maximum comfort is guaranteed

Comfort is guaranteed by electronic suspension and air chambers but also by sports seats, heated and ventilated, with fourteen-way electric adjustment. In this Maserati, technology is at the service of the quality of life on board and for this reason the digital interfaces are sewn close to the driver: the instrument display measures 8.8 inches, while the central infotainment display (always connected) reaches 12.3 inches. and up to two phones can be connected. Climate controls are also quick and easy, thanks to quick gesture controls that let you adjust temperature and fan speed instantly and without taking your eyes off the road.

Charging is no problem

There are four driving modes on the Grecale Folgore: max range, gt, sport and offroad. They are adjusted using a selector on the perforated leather steering wheel. One for the maximum is recommended when the battery charge drops below 16%: it reduces the speed limit to 130 km / h with the power of the weather, but it also reduces the response of the accelerator pedal. Speaking of transport, Grecale Folgore gives you access to one of the largest charging networks in Europe, which includes more than 450,000 charging stations, of which more than 50,000 are faster and faster. With the Public Charge app, you can access, schedule and manage your charging sessions from your phone. Finally, it is early to talk about the price, but they will not remain below 100,000 euros.

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