The Maserati Quattroporte is a full-size luxury sedan produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Maserati. It was first introduced in 1963 and has since been revived multiple times, with the most recent generation being launched in 2013.
Design and Features
The Quattroporte features a sleek and aggressive design language, characterized by a long hood, sloping roofline, and a distinctive rear end with LED taillights. The interior is spacious and luxurious, with premium materials such as leather, wood, and metal trim used throughout. The cabin also features advanced technology like an 8.4-inch touchscreen display, navigation, and a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
Performance
The Quattroporte is powered by a range of V8 engines, including the 3.0-liter twin-turbo Ghibli engine, which produces 330 horsepower, and the 3.8-liter twin-turbo S engine, which delivers 530 horsepower in the GTS model. The transmission options include an eight-speed automatic and a six-speed manual.
Safety and Technology
The Quattroporte features advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and forward collision alert. It also comes equipped with a range of driver assistance systems like blind spot monitoring and rear cross traffic alert.
Trim Levels and Pricing
The Maserati Quattroporte is available in three trim levels: Executive, GranLusso, and GTS. The Executive model starts at around $101,000, while the GranLusso trim costs around $113,000. The top-of-the-line GTS model begins at approximately $130,000.
Competitors
The Maserati Quattroporte competes with other luxury sedans like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, BMW 7-Series, and Audi A8.
Rivals in its Class
Other rivals in the Quattroporte's class include:
- Bentley Continental GT
- Rolls-Royce Ghost
- Jaguar XJ
Awards and Recognition
The Maserati Quattroporte has received several awards and accolades, including a 5-star Euro NCAP rating for safety.
Production and Sales
The Quattroporte is manufactured in Italy at the Modena plant. In 2020, Maserati sold around 2,000 units of the Quattroporte globally.
Key Specifications
- Length: 217.6 inches
- Width: 76.4 inches
- Height: 56.5 inches
- Wheelbase: 123.8 inches
- Engine: 3.0-liter twin-turbo V8, 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8
- Power: 330-530 horsepower
- Transmission: Eight-speed automatic, six-speed manual
