DecodedCars2008 Maserati GranTurismo
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe RWD
- Engines
- 4.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 15 combined · 13 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- 192.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4,114 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
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, 29% below the 2008 subcompact car average of 21.1 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Maserati GranTurismo is a subcompact car offered with a 4.2L 8-cyl engine 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 4,114 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 15 MPG combined (13 city / 19 highway), 29% worse than the 2008 subcompact car average of 21.1 MPG, for an estimated $5,500 a year in fuel.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe RWD | 192.1 in | 72.8 in | 53.1 in | 115.7 in | – | 4,114 lb |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GranTurismo | 4.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -29% | $5,500 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Maserati GranTurismo under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Maserati GranTurismo (this car) | 15 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2008 BMW 5 Series | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2008 Audi A6 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Lexus LS | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2008 Lexus GS | 23 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2008 Audi A5 | 21 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (2)
Suspension › Rear · May 13, 2013
NHTSA campaign 13V196000 · 7,438 vehicles
- Problem
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 Quattroporte, 2008 Granturismo, and 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C vehicles. The rear tie rod assemblies may have insufficient anti-corrosion material applied, allowing them to weaken and possibly fail.
- Risk
- Failure of the tie rods may result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Maserati will notify owners and dealers will replace the tie rod assemblies. The recall began on June 27, 2013. Customers may contact Maserati at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's recall campaign number is 205.
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.
Not every 2008 Maserati GranTurismo is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2008 Maserati GranTurismo buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 14,250 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Maserati GranTurismo. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other GranTurismo years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 GranTurismo | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 GranTurismo | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 GranTurismo | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 2 |
| 2019 GranTurismo | 16 | 194.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 GranTurismo | 16 | 194.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 GranTurismo | 16 | 194.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 GranTurismo | 16 | 194.1 in | Not rated | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 GranTurismo | 16 | 194.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 GranTurismo | 16 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 GranTurismo | 16 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 GranTurismo | 16 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 GranTurismo | 15 | 192.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maserati. How we calculate this →