For luxury car enthusiasts in India, 2025 is a year of refined choices. While performance has always been the heart of a Maserati, the Maserati Grecale has shifted the focus to where you spend the most time: the inside.
Competing with giants like the Porsche Macan and BMW X3, the Grecale brings a distinct Italian flair combined with cutting-edge technology. If you are planning to buy a luxury SUV in India this year, here is a deep dive into why the interior and tech of the Grecale stand out.
1. A "Digital Detox" Design with a Modern Twist
Historically, Italian cars were known for beauty but lacked modern screens. The Grecale changes that completely. The dashboard creates a "living room" feel on wheels.
- The Triple-Screen Setup: The first thing you notice is the lack of physical buttons. Almost everything is controlled via screens.
- 12.3-inch Central Screen: This handles your navigation, music, and car settings.
- 8.8-inch Lower Comfort Screen: Located right below the main screen, this controls the air conditioning, seats, and lights. It uses a "gesture control" feature, so you don’t have to look down for long to change the temperature.
- 12.3-inch Digital Cluster: Behind the steering wheel, you get a sharp display showing speed, maps, and driving data.
- The Smart Clock: The classic analog Maserati clock on the dashboard is now a digital smartwatch face. It doesn't just tell time; it acts as a compass, a G-force meter, and even a visual assistant that reacts to your voice commands.
2. Premium Materials: The Italian Touch
In the Indian luxury market, plastic is a big "no." Maserati understands this. The interior quality of the Grecale is one of the best in its segment.
- Real Leather & Stitching: Depending on the trim (GT, Modena, or Trofeo), you get premium leather with beautiful stitching patterns. The dashboard and door panels are soft to the touch.
- Maglia Milano & Carbon Fiber: Instead of fake wood, Maserati uses unique textures. The "Maglia Milano" is a special metal-like fabric mesh that feels cool and expensive. For the sportier Trofeo version, you get exposed carbon fiber (3D carbon) that looks aggressive and sporty.
3. The Sonus faber Sound System
For Indian buyers who love music on long drives or while stuck in city traffic, the audio system is a highlight.
Maserati has partnered with Sonus faber, a high-end Italian artisan sound brand.
- Standard System: Comes with 14 speakers that deliver crisp, clear sound.
- High Premium System: If you upgrade, you get 21 speakers with 3D sound technology. The stainless steel speaker grilles on the doors look like jewelry and the sound is immersive, making you feel like you are sitting in a concert hall.
4. Space and Comfort for Indian Families
Luxury SUVs in India are often chauffeur-driven or used for family trips. The Grecale is surprisingly spacious for a compact SUV.
- Rear Seat Legroom: The Grecale offers excellent legroom in the back, which is crucial for Indian buyers. The wheelbase is longer than many competitors, meaning tall passengers can sit comfortably in the rear.
- Rear Climate Control: Passengers in the back get their own touchscreen to control the AC temperature (3-zone climate control is available), essential for hot Indian summers.
- Storage: The central console is free of a gear lever (gear buttons are on the screen panel now), which opens up huge storage space for mobile phones, large water bottles, and keys.
5. Maserati Intelligent Assistant (MIA)
The tech brain of the car is the MIA (Maserati Intelligent Assistant). It is built on the Android Automotive OS, which makes it very easy to use for anyone who owns a smartphone.
- Voice Command: By saying "Hey Maserati," you can control the AC, music, or navigation without taking your hands off the wheel.
- Connectivity: It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. You can connect two phones at once via Bluetooth—one for calls and one for music.
- User Profiles: If multiple family members drive the car, you can save up to five different profiles. The car remembers your seat position, mirror settings, and favorite music stations.
6. Heads-Up Display (HUD)
Driving on chaotic Indian roads requires focus. The Grecale offers an optional Heads-Up Display that projects your speed, navigation arrows, and safety alerts directly onto the windshield. This means you never have to take your eyes off the road.
Conclusion: Is it Worth it for 2025?
The Maserati Grecale is no longer just about the engine roar; it is about a luxurious, high-tech lifestyle. For Indian buyers in 2025, it offers a perfect balance of:
- Italian Style: It looks different from the common German SUVs.
- Advanced Tech: The screens and software are fast and modern.
- Practicality: It has the space required for Indian families.
If you want an SUV that feels like a luxury lounge and drives like a sports car, the Grecale interior will not disappoint.
