Maserati

Maserati Quattroporte

The Quattroporte is Maserati’s luxury sedan that joined the Maserati lineup in the 2004 model year. It can be had in many variants, including in Sport GT and Executive GT trims. All models have the 4.2-litre V8 engine that powers the Coupe and Spyder, and come with either a six-speed Cambiocorsa paddle-shifted automanual and, for the luxury model only, a true six-speed automatic. The standard Quattroporte model has all the usual power, safety and luxury trimmings, including premium audio and multiple airbags. The Sport GT adds a black chrome treatment to the grille and side air intakes, carbon-fibre steering wheel trim and hand-brake grip, and aluminium pedals. The exhaust has been tuned to provide a deeper rumble, and other changes include uprated suspension, better brakes and a re-engineered gearbox for sportier shifts. The Quattroporte Executive GT model is recognizable by its chrome grille and air intakes, and is equipped with heating, ventilation and massage for rear passengers, retractable wood rear tables, alcantara roof lining, a leather-trimmed steering wheel with wood inserts and a climate control panel for the rear seat passengers. The new Quattroporte Automatic model is fitted with an automatic six-speed ZF gearbox for more casual driving.