Here’s a look at five of the best Grand Tourer (GT) cars in 2025, from the worlds of Aston Martin, Ferrari, Bentley, Porsche — blending luxury, power, and long-distance comfort.
Here’s a look at five of the best Grand Tourer (GT) cars in 2025, from the worlds of Aston Martin, Ferrari, Bentley, Porsche — blending luxury, power, and long-distance comfort.
Aston Martin Vanquish
Aston Martin’s 2025 Vanquish is the marque’s headline GT. It sports a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 producing about 823-824 bhp and 738 lb-ft of torque. It’s rear-wheel drive, with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Performance is serious: 0-60 mph in roughly 3.2 seconds, top speed about 214 mph. What makes it a true GT is how it balances that raw power with refinement — the craftsmanship, the comfort, the long-haul usability. It’s limited in production (≈1,000 units/year), which adds to its exclusivity.
Ferrari 296 GTB / 296 GTS
Ferrari continues to push the hybrid GT envelope with the 296 models. The 296 GTB (and its GTS convertible version) uses a twin-turbo V6 + electric motor PHEV setup with a combined output of around 819 hp. It delivers blistering acceleration (0-60 mph in ~2.4-2.9 s depending on version) while also offering electric-only driving for certain conditions. Aerodynamically bold (active spoilers, modern design cues) and lightweight in many of its components. It’s less raw than a V12 GT but in many ways more versatile. Good GT for those who want responsiveness plus grand touring comfort.
Bentley Continental GT Speed
Bentley has leaned heavily into electrification without sacrificing opulence. The 2025 Continental GT Speed is Bentley’s most powerful road car so far. It combines a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 with an electric motor in a plug-in hybrid setup, for 771 hp and about 738 lb-ft of torque. The Speed can hit 0-60 mph in ~3.2-3.3 seconds, with top speeds in excess of 200 mph. But what separates it is interior luxury: sumptuous materials, advanced tech, comfort for four (or close to it), huge presence. It’s possibly the most “do-everything” GT in this group.
Porsche (GT offering)
While there isn’t a specific Porsche model here under deep review in those sources, Porsche continues to occupy a strong position in the GT sector via models like the 911 Turbo, Panamera Turbo / E-Hybrid, etc. The appeal of Porsche is in combining race-bred handling, high build quality, good resale, strong brand heritage, and a cabin that balances sport and luxury. If one were to pick a Porsche GT for 2025, it would likely be a top Panamera or a Turbo-charged 911 with hybrid assistance. Porsche’s strength is making a car that’s as good on highway cruising as on twisty backroads.
The “best” GT depends on what you value: if you prize V12 drama and exclusivity, the Vanquish is hard to beat. If you want something a little more efficient but still brutal in performance, Ferrari’s 296 and Maserati Folgore push you forward. For everyday luxury that still delivers serious numbers, Bentley’s Continental GT Speed may hit the sweet spot. Porsche, as always, offers consistency, polish, and versatility should you pick the right model.
