Maserati Grecale Modena review. Just how good is Maserati's 330bhp Porsche Macan rival?

The Maserati Grecale packs a mighty 330bhp in Modena form but is it really a true rival for the likes of the Porsche Macan and Alfa Romeo Stelvio?
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[@alunjones2550]

So basically, if there's a problem with the screen, you're knackered. I just love the irony of not being allowed to use a mobile phone when driving but then car manufacturers make basic vehicle functions - that we used to control intuitively - menu driven on screens that are nowhere near as easy or safe to use.

[@coggers410]

Spot on. Totally agree!

[@nammak5412]

laws are daft arent they, all these touch screens...

[@paultaylor9652]

100% agree.

[@N1ckZ]

In case you didn't know, buttons aren't exactly unbreakble either.

[@alunjones2550]

@@N1ckZ The screen on the Maserati also controls PRND, so if the screen fails, the car is inoperative. Hence my original comment.

[@jimbinch668]

Have 25K miles on my ‘23 Modena - has been fantastic all around; great road car; get 350-375 miles per tank on every day driving; very comfortable and everything works - zero issues; price, yes on the high side, but do I ever get positive comments from passengers and viewers alike. Lots of love about this car!

[@v12-s65]

30'000 miles on my trofeo

[@mikebuchholz347]

Thanks for sharing I am testing driving a couple this week.

[@elportogrande]

I'm on the verge of taking early retirement and looking for a car to enjoy with all my spare time. Having read what you have said, I think I have found the answer!

[@CW-yp9jo]

A dark red one would look excellent. You can’t have a grey boring looking Maserati lol

[@Selmerpilot]

Harry, I feel you, I have been a sucker for Maserati since the late 90s when I bought a biturbo, and drove from Boston to California and drive it daily for two years (!!). It never broke! I have owned several Ferrari’s since then (308, 355 spider, 365gtc) but the very late Merak SS I have now is the keeper, no hydraulics. I should probably make a video on the Merak as I have stroked the engine to 3.3L and done some internal modifications (looks totally stock), but it has a bit over 300hp now at 7300rpm. It goes well. Very exciting car now. I call it the Merak R

[@markbrennan4693]

To be honest , i wish the suv thing would go out of fashion. Apart from the trident grill, it could be a Cayenne/Kia cross. Struggle to find it amongst the herd in the supermarket car park. Stick with my old gen 7 Celica. Get lots of positive comments too for a nearly 20 year old car. Bring back the Coupe. Great video though.

[@philipjames3526]

I used to agree. Then I bought an SUV. The ease of getting in and out compared to a 'normal car' let alone a Celica (I owned an 190vvt)! Is easy. The slightly higher riding position is nice. But obviously. SUVs are hardly the last thing in driving dynamics. But truthfully, how often are you experiencing that last ten percent of performance in a sporty car. I get it. But also get it 😮

[@markbrennan4693]

@@philipjames3526 You are quite right about the access, I turn 60 next month. Just love the more dynamics and looks, would prefer a Cayman but funds won't allow. Reckon the Celica is geniune future classic. Don't see this happening in suv world. Think smart watch, rather than a mechanical time piece. Cheers for replying.

[@neilturner6749]

@@markbrennan4693funny you should mention Cayman in an SUV/Crossover thread, because I have a 4.0 Boxster for my weekend thrills but absolutely love our Macan even though it’s only the 4cyl model - it’s such a brilliant all-rounder. The age of your Celica is making me think that you’re maybe stuck in the ‘90s with your assumptions regarding the handling deficiencies of SUVs - the current crop of “sporty” Crossovers are as far removed in their abilities from the early Merc ML’s and RAV4s as you’d find a new Cayman or GR86 would be to your Celica. Keep it as the “quirky fun classic” that it now is, but as a daily you won’t regret moving on…

[@barsaf9989]

Wait until everyone produces only EVs. Basically no difference between all brands.

[@roger4880]

Agreed. SUV = bus. Not interested in buses. £85K for a 4 pot, no button, expected to break down bus, no thanks. I'd rather buy a used M5

[@mattbettany1174]

I like it a lot . But for the money I think I’d go for a Stelvio QV

[@Brookspirit]

Hopefully one day cars will look pretty again, but not yet it seems. It's hard to get excited about a boring looking blob of a car with a 2L engine.

[@zacharyconner8680]

Looks like a Ford Edge :/

[@charliehmi76]

Swap the badges over and from the front if you told me it was a Ford I'd have to really look. The grille I suppose, but yeah very uremarkable looking.

[@nammak5412]

needs to be yellow

[@Smoking_Lofi]

It's built on the Giorgio platform shared by the Giulia and Stelvio. Possibly one of the best platforms for any vehicle, ever. The multi-air 2.0L engine is also brought over from the Stelvio / Giulia. One of the best 2.0 4cyl engines on the market. Far from boring.

[@perseus9428]

I see nothing boring about it. It’s quite good looking and the fact you f it being a 2L engine is irrelevant. It’s fast, it sounds great and it handles very well.

[@Pietervdv]

It's good news they made a competitive car and I hope it'll bring them success. Personally, I'd never be interested in an SUV, as it leaves me totally cold from a design point of view. But if this could be Maserati's Cayenne, it would mean they can produce more memorable shapes and that's always good news.

[@phils2180]

Two of my favourite cars of all time are the Ghibli and the Bora fro the late 60's's/70's, an era when 300+bhp meant at least 8 cylinders and big capacity with a decent soundtrack👍 It's interesting to see how modern tech is achieving high power from comparatively small engines while hitting ever tightening emission targets, even though they may lack character compared to their forbears. Big colour displays in cars are not my cup of tea I'm afraid and this particular genre of vehicle isn't one that interests me personally although this one does seem to offer a decent alternative for the money compared to the opposition. Why is the clock ticking backwards at 10:10?🤔

[@Beer_Dad1975]

It's a Stallantis product, so if anything significant goes wrong outside of warranty, or it has a minor prang, it'll go to the junk yard because of how insane their parts pricing is and how poor their after-market support is. As with so many "luxury" brands these days, they are lease and return - not own - and incredibly bad environmentally.

[@MRFUCKOFF202]

@@Beer_Dad1975 Leasing is not a protection financially. Might save you the headache but whatever you save in parts pricing you will lose in depreciation because no one wants to buy them until they're discountied 90%.

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@MRFUCKOFF202 It's a protection financially if you can claim it against a business or use a company novated lease system - yes, private leasing without any kind of tax break is probably not a great idea.

[@stevewhite658]

Another fun review Harry. Well Done! I'd have the F-Pace SVR...........Wait a minute I have one after seeing your review of that!

[@mikehilton1888]

Had mine for 6 months and only issues so far have been with the alarm and some glitches on the screens. Car is a joy to drive on motorways and not too big to impractical round town. I had the Trofeo version for a week and its another level. Fantastic car with the V6 form the MC20 but a little much for daily use.

[@rapalo89]

Very interesting review. And the sound is so high quality - I heard the raindrops splattering on the windshield as if I was there!

[@kakote11]

the best thing about the paddle shifters is that you don't need to use buttons P D N R because you can do everything with paddles, when you start the car with the right paddle you go to drive, if you want to reverse you press left paddle, if you want neutral press both paddles simultaneously, when you stop you don't need to put in Park to turn it off, after pressing Stop it goes to Park automatically. so you don't need to use the buttons at all.

[@marcelhandsome6042]

The interior and build quality is really a step up from last-generation models and at an all-time high for the marque! If I bought one I'd spec it a cream or white leather interior. Very impressive debut 1st attempt in the segment from Maserati! Just thought I'd mention the Maserati Levante Trofeo a wonderful car!! operatic, theatrical, magical engine and exhaust sounds!!!

[@juleswilko]

What a superb review… how on earth do you not have a million subscribers yet ?

[@thiagets]

10:15 Harry is not only a great reviewer, but his magical wisdom can make a clock go back in time.

[@sdry1688]

Thanks Harry - best part of Sundays - the problem I have with these screen dashboards is they will look so old hat in 10 years - Dials & clocks never date - well they might date , but they add charm!

[@Clapham888]

Excellent video, thanks! My wife and I only started watching when Binder won a few years ago and have been hooked since.

[@charlesvandenkerckhove6116]

I am the happy owner of a Trofeo since exactly one Year and I can tell you that with the V6 engine it’s a dream car

[@electronicpen]

Can't wait to watch this vid!! I've been wondering the same thing myself, which might be best from that group, looking forward to your take on it Harry!

[@SB-vb8ch]

Pretty much all of the e supercharger systems are only for low end response / transient torque fill. The ones I've seen in detail are only capable of running for short periods (20-30 sec max) as the energy involved is actually quite high therefore heat & energy storage become a problem quickly. The braap sounded very VAG to me. I'm guessing they've used some of the usual industry consultants / service providers to do the setup & tuning.

[@LS-ti6jo]

in the US, Maserati's depreciate in value faster than they accelerate. So I'd be interested in whether this one does any better in holding its value.

[@arhimede360]

7:02 the sound of the closing door is amazing!

[@trullmann]

I drove this four cylinder version a while back and then the twin turbo V6. That V6 to me in my opinion was completely badass! Totally different characteristics. It felt a lot more playful. Here in the US the one I was looking at after tax was around 126k for the V6 version. Would I pay that having the money to do so? Hell yes! I really like these vehicles.

[@lazrhawk]

I suspect the V6 version would bump his 8/10 rating to a 9 or even a 10.. Really interested to see his thoughts on that one.

[@JIMMYHIBBS1]

For the love of God - no-one wants 101 different displays - they just want to get in a car and drive …. Drives me mental - I don’t want options, I just want a car …

[@christophetardivat234]

all these modes are so useful to optimize the school runs, probably the main use of those things!

[@AleksandrHalas]

Absolutely great first look!!!

[@vikramdard8777]

Great to see your smile, Harry! Says it all for me

[@gsproperty8798]

I've got the new Macan S with the V6 380bhp and most of the extras the Grecale had for mid £60k's. The engine is silky smooth and has great punch but still returns over 30mpg. It is as Harry mentioned small inside so depends what you need the car to do. For me I'd not spend £80k for a 4 pot no matter what the badge. Always look forward to new vid from Harry on a Sunday afternoon.

[@Hvitserk67]

A nice video. Grecale GT and Grecale Modena are cheap compared to the Macan and Macan T. However, the Macan S with its V6 engine of 380 HP is a bargain compared to the Grecale Modena (German prices).

[@JelloTypeR]

Do the clocks go backwards in all the new Maserati or is it a feature of this model?

[@silvoslaf]

Came here to comment the same thing

[@silvoslaf]

Later on it ticks clockwise, so I assume he reversed that clip

[@danmayberry1185]

Where is your Italian sense of passion, man. 😄

[@JK061996]

It's so fast that it goes back in time

[@silvoslaf]

@@danmayberry1185 I guess in the past

[@azizaziz7007]

This is a fantastic car. Just bought it. It looks miles better and more stunning than Macan.

[@raffaeledestro5776]

Referring back to one of your latest videos (Range vs X5), take this over the X5!!!

[@ludeksla]

Seeing Harry smiling, Grecale must be a driver ´s car.

[@100178020959]

Enjoyed that Harry thanks. Do you have any plans to test the Audi RS6 performance, interested in what your thoughts would be.

[@nickmoore2301]

Nice piece of kit ❤ I think it looks very Porsche like. If you are concerned about the price tag of a new one just wait and get a 6 month old one, will be worth 50% less 😅

[@ajdahun]

read my mind, here in the states they depreciate faster than Wiley Coyote falling off a cliff.

[@lloydbrock2711]

It looks very Ford Puma!

[@michaelmerta8956]

Harry I enjoyed watching your honest way to go bringing out the good 👍 and the ➖ of your car review.

[@anthonysnook1098]

Thank you Harry. Do try the Alpina XD3 soon for comparison. Same BHP but 516lb ft (700nm) from a sonorous BMW straight-six diesel with its best-in-class 8-speed ZF box and iDrive comms. More room than the too-ubiquitous Macan; and much rarer. I bought one.

[@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X]

A Maserati SUV. Where have we gone wrong?

[@connormatthews522]

what's wrong with that lol times change

[@otm646]

This is entirely the fault of the Governments you have elected, these crossovers only exist due to emissions regulations.

[@AleksandrHalas]

Marketing way it's wrong

[@AleksandrHalas]

​@@connormatthews522 very bad changes....

[@Crotch_Goblin1]

You also have Ferrari SUV, now that's bad. Lmao

[@alex_yates]

I like that Infotainment display

[@944play]

And it bodes well for long term maintainability, along with the twin charged hybrid drivetrain. Truly a future classic, sure never to depreciate.

[@alex_yates]

@@944play I sense sarcasm....

[@944play]

@@alex_yates Pish tosh! I'm overjoyed that a storied marque is releasing another NPC gray midsize crossover.

[@charlesclement383]

I love that the paddles can change the direction from forward to reverse without taking your hands off the wheel. This is F-ing great idea. Congratulations Maserati. Who wants to be looking for buttons in a quick get away?

[@SuperAspari]

Clearly a very lucrative market for luxury brands… pity they’re all prepared to throw away their heritage for the fad

[@jumpimcjump7888]

right? It is almost like they are companies with the sole purpose of making money. Crazy

[@jamesbarrett5534]

I’m afraid this car leaves me completely cold. I’m probably getting old.

[@kipsome45]

Agreed. “Save the planet; build two and a half tonne four wheel drive blobs.”

[@felixarbable]

Capitalism cares not for heritage! Unless it can exploit it

[@SuperAspari]

@@jamesbarrett5534 couldn’t agree more… like an appliance, a toaster or kettle

[@pereldh5741]

Shame there’s no oval gold clock! 😎 Love the FCA Giorgio platform - but missed opportunity they haven’t used it for cool retro-ish Fiats - yet. They could be perfect cut-price folk-sporty alternative.

[@megapangolin1093]

Expensive shopping trolley, pub car, school run. Like using the battery boost- get rid of turbos. Great that cars like this are being made, but the character is getting ironed out now, they are all 2L vans. Love the video, Harry

[@ant647448336]

Sounds good, quite like a Golf R with the DSG farts. I've seen them at my local dealers and was put off by the 2.0L "hybrid" engine.

[@Greyhoundsforever]

Did you notice the clock second hand is going anti-clockwise? (See at 10:10 in the video)

[@MT-rc3gn]

CAN THIS F-ING SUV TREND DIE ALREADY????

[@LOTUSELISE340R]

Lamborghini has sold more than 20,000 units of the Urus. This year Porsche has sold more Macans (20,841) than 911s, 718s, Taycans and Panameras COMBINED (appx. 20,400). So, no. Not a chance, unfortunately.

[@chrisslater3174]

They allow brands to thrive with great sales figures, plus they offer a little practicality for petrolheads and badge chasers alike. Not my cup of tea particularly, but I can see the attraction. Just listen to Harry's summation.

[@JayT217]

Hi Harry, another great video which as all the others is so greatly appreciated. I have to say that this Maserati Grecale Modena in the colour you got is a seriously beautiful looking vehicle and which sounds great as you smash the accelerator and it flies up the road. I think the only things that is missing is like you mention in the video, is that magical Maserati sound from starting and the cost issue. Please lets us know if you change your mind though, and/or which Maserati you go for to scratch that Maserati itch. Best regards Jason

[@PedroTRamos1]

I guess what Harry is thinking is somewhere along the lines of "i kinda like this car but OMG is 84k a lot for a car that will be sold for half in a couple years".

[@KAM-666]

Great review of what is a Sorrento Lemon. This will depreciate quicker than it hits sixty.

[@theblackhand6485]

That said this car should be driven and tested by Jack of Number 27 too. He and his viewers might like that!

[@timgosling6189]

I was just thinking that Maserati clock looks loads better than the old mechanical one, and then I see it's running backwards??

[@LOTUSELISE340R]

😂😂😂 I saw that too. I think it's something with the camera and it being so close. On the zoomed-out shit it's running "normally" lol.

[@neilbeeson3124]

Great review Harry. I don't really get the whole SUV thing. I understand the higher driving position to get a more commanding view, however, when everyone is driving one then that is neutralised. As for this Maserati, well the name conjures up a great motoring history, however, this SUV looks just like many others on the road today (Macan, CX6 / CX5, etc.). So it's no wonder Masarati feel the need to offer an option of having the name etched into the lights. If you were the owner you'd never find it in the supermarket car park.

[@davidturgeon2087]

Here in Canada, crossover vehicles are now the best sellers. When you have to deal with snow covered roads for several months out of the year, you appreciate the higher ground clearance. A couple of winters ago, a friend ripped the exhaust system off his BMW sedan on a road with impacted snow and ice. Then there's the usable space a crossover affords with 5 doors and a tall boot, great for dogs or whatever cargo you need to carry. Families love them.

[@bispal]

A Maserati that farts like an Audi with a 4cyl engine 😢 Personally I could not live with that screen to control everything & when it breaks you're screwed, car wont work . It looks very generic too, no real stand out qualities just £84k of averageness.

[@thomascole9308]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@BLITZKRIEG1]

I thought those upshift farts were considered cool 😂

[@simonelliott5956]

You pretty much said what I was thinking! No way I’d part with £84k for a 4 Cylinder either.

[@lucaorru6872]

Totally agree! Poor Maserati! If I think that soon they will fart like ... Peugeot... I feel like crying!!

[@matthewwatt2295]

Your point about the screen describes almost every new car on sale though 😂 - not exactly a downside unique to the grecale

[@AlbertManiscalco]

that paddle feature would be quite useful to extricate oneself from a snowy or muddy situation

[@Neil_Gordon]

"I like this rain. Car moves around." [Note opposite lock through favourite corners] Brown seat moment for most of the rest of us 😁

[@dane458]

Do not wish to bash this car too much. It's pretty good for what it is and will hopefully create a cash cow for our beloved brand to then build the pure Maseratis we lust after.

[@guyspooner4580]

So basically it beats the crap out the competition from Porsche, BMW, Audi and even its bigger brother. Why would anyone buy a Macan or Cayenne, QWhatever when this is on offer? Good work from Maserati - they’re getting their act together

[@Comisionado]

Lovely review. Have to test drive one when the lease is up.

[@HawkMillFarm]

Quite like the look of that, bit like my Cayenne actually. Trouble is it cost twice as much (as I paid), has half the engine and no lovely buttons!!! Maserati are producing the goods but will it sell + deprecation?

[@davidlyon1899]

Am i missing something, why is the clock going backwards?.

[@JohnyMcNeal]

glitch in the matrix

[@robertarthur3711]

I took one out, it was really nice, it’s different and the badge is cool.

[@markevans4088]

Thanks for the review! It looks a lot like a Macan outside. And like a Macan, it's not trying to be a sports car. It's a practical 'sporty' SUV at the upper end of the segment. So in this day and age the four cylinder engine, that works well, is what is needed. Many people who buy this, or a Macan, will have another car, and that's quite likely to be a sports car. It's great Maserati have got this one right, I like them being around and offering something different!

[@stephen300o6]

It's good to see this, there aren't enough large executive SUV's on sale now.

[@davidturgeon2087]

Now all the large executives will be happy.

[@kevinnolan1617]

I would love to say to the Mrs, I'll take the Maserati dear'. Good review Harry. Your best.

[@ineedthatcar7169]

So many lovely colours to choose from and the press car is this grey - that said I like the thing! Looks great, colour aside and it the engine is clever!

[@simonelliott5956]

I can’t help feeling that this is another badge engineered Maserati, that is so far removed from the Ghibli Cup which in 1994 had the same horsepower, but this time from a Biturbo 2 litre V6, which had huge character by comparison.

[@HONDAVFRV4]

I don't like those drive buttons. They look like they will be a future problem if the connectors behind the buttons begin to fail, as buttons like that always do.

[@jamesm3060]

I suspect the price point will severely impact how well this will sell in the UK

[@mosca3289]

Really like Harry but couldn’t be arsed learning about this vehicle.

[@jonwarshawsky5288]

Just get a Macan.Not sure why we need a four-cylinder Maserati mini SUV. The market is crowded, and this seems like a me-too car with a nice badge.

[@alexfulton375]

Seems like Masertai have really nailed this, and produced an accomplished car. Such a shame it had to be an SUV.

[@Gary7even]

Why is the clock running backwards?

[@CarsofGlasgow]

I like the looks and interior, I wonder if this will end up like the levante in the coming years...

[@AaronRandolphChen]

I am guessing you would probably fall in love with the Grecale if it had a V6, so logically, that should be the next one you review. I love the Grecale.

[@ronniewilson6597]

Great video ‘H’ 👍🏻😀

[@zzhughesd]

So much prettier than the earlier Levante. Thought this was the baby SUV. Another larger offering. Ghibli Cup please.

[@richbrock9876]

16:48 love the fart noise as it changes gear 😃

[@neildoyle1737]

10:19 the clock goes backwards too!

[@Driver599]

Great that Maserati have a vehicle in this class, but I feel like an enthusiast would get a Stelvio V6 for that money and that is the smart choice. The Trofeo Grecale is ace, but 102k plus a few options is hard to quantify.

[@AlisonAZ]

Get a used one in a couple of years and, if it is still running, it will be a good buy

[@Chrissylandy]

At this price point, with this level of performance and fuel economy, along with practicality, I’d still struggle to walk past a nearly new/lightly used Jaguar F Pace SVR with all the options, and have change versus a new one of these. And then you get a bigger boot, a V8 soundtrack and not dissimilar fuel economy..

[@christopherjames5885]

Could you do a new base Cayenne review, thx Harry- keep up the good work

[@mcclobie]

Driving the Grecale GT as a rental in LA. It’s a nice car, but can’t ever see myself driving an SUV.

[@hypa427]

i have the maserati grecale trofeo, great car

[@Mrflatout87]

I finally found it. The front reminds me of the Ford Puma!

[@XantoS771]

Personally I think this Grecale looks fantastic. It would be a hard choice between the Grecale and the Stelvio for me

[@Phaevryn]

I thought I'd hate it but actually it's growing on me.

[@jomo2483]

Damn, that sounds really good for a 4 cyl

[@Fioravanti.80]

The four pot does sound good inside -there is almost a high revving nature to it. Outside? No. Otherwise a fine mini SUV.

[@johansjoberg5751]

Nice car! You just gotta love this almost always slightly overworked Italian design and engineering 😀

[@tezwozere]

I like the second hand going anticlockwise lal💜🙏💜

[@FOXHOUND4143]

I SEE A HARRY'S GARAGE VID AND I STOP AND CLICK. SIMPLE.

[@dash-ryan]

If you didn't mind the 4 banger in this car too much, why not test drive a new GLC 63 or 43 and see what you think in comparison.

[@ingocernohorsky]

Is that clock @10:15 going backwards.?

[@OzoneVibe]

Thought the same.

[@s.kxx1956]

I think they filmed that shot then played it back in reverse so it shows things in a certain order

[@OzoneVibe]

​@@s.kxx1956Quite probably.

[@williamdrijver4141]

No oil dipstick?I wonder if the side vents are real, or just a gimmick? Nice looking SUV, they nailed the styling.

[@SonnyFastSpeed]

Harry needs a special Rocket driving setting! 🚀

[@PalaceofPlacentia]

probably the only car i like the look of from the inside rather than the outside

[@kenshilcock7198]

Seems to be a stretched Stelvio (gorgio platform) with electric added to the Giulia/ Stelvio 280 engine... gear change paddles look familiar 😉

[@MRVSKIN]

You should try the trofeo