2010 Maserati GranTurismo

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.

Maserati GranTurismo
Pictured: Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo 1X7A0828. Photo: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Subcompact Cars
Body styles
2dr Coupe RWD
Engines
4.2L 8-cyl, 4.7L 8-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
15 combined · 12 city / 19 hwy
Length
192.1 in
Curb weight
4,145 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
1 campaign

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 15 MPG combined, 32% below the 2010 subcompact car average of 22 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 28 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is a subcompact car offered with 2 engines (4.2L 8-cyl and 4.7L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive.

It measures about 192 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,145 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (12 city / 19 highway), 32% worse than the 2010 subcompact car average of 22 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.

It has 1 recall campaign on file.

What changed for 2010

  • Engine added: 4.7L 8-cyl

Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 GranTurismo →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr Coupe RWD192.1 in72.8 in53.1 in115.7 in62.2 / 62.6 in4,145 lb49/51

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GranTurismo4.2L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive12 / 19 / 15-32%$5,500592
GranTurismo4.7L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive12 / 19 / 15-32%$5,500592
GranTurismo Convertible4.7L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive12 / 19 / 15-32%$5,500592
Spend $15,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
22 MPG2010 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Maserati GranTurismo under the current (2011+) test program.

Similar 2010 subcompact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2010 Maserati GranTurismo (this car)15 MPGNot rated1
2010 BMW 5 Series22 MPGNot rated7
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class21 MPGNot rated0
2010 Audi A622 MPGNot rated3
2010 Lexus LS21 MPGNot rated2
2010 Jaguar XJ19 MPGNot rated3
2010 Lexus GS23 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (1)

Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Jan 25, 2012

NHTSA campaign 12V024000 · 1,768 vehicles

Problem
MASERATI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 GRANTURISMO AND GRANTURISMO CONVERTIBLE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 2008 TO MARCH 2010. DUE TO A FAULTY LAMP ASSEMBLY, THE REAR LIGHTS (BOTH TAIL AND BRAKE) MAY FAIL.
Risk
TAIL AND/OR BRAKE LAMP FAILURE COULD LEAD TO REDUCED VEHICLE VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix
MASERATI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE AFFECTED REAR TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 29, 2012. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2010 Maserati GranTurismo in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2010 Maserati GranTurismo buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Maserati GranTurismo. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GranTurismo years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 GranTurismo21195.3 inNot rated00
2025 GranTurismo21195.3 inNot rated10
2024 GranTurismo21195.3 inNot rated52
2019 GranTurismo16194.1 inNot rated00
2018 GranTurismo16194.1 inNot rated10
2017 GranTurismo16194.1 inNot rated11
2016 GranTurismo16194.1 inNot rated30
2015 GranTurismo16194.1 inNot rated10
2014 GranTurismo16192.1 inNot rated01
2013 GranTurismo16192.1 inNot rated01
2012 GranTurismo16192.1 inNot rated11
2011 GranTurismo15192.1 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maserati. How we calculate this →