After a successful five years with over 15,000 vehicles delivered and 47 international awards received, the Maserati Quattroporte, the model which created the concept of “Sport Luxury Sedan”, is now on display with a new look, new engineering enhanced with a new engine. Thanks to the unmistakably skilful touch of Pininfarina, the Maserati Quattroporte has now been honed even further, with a fresher, more modern design that still denotes the class, exclusivity and elegance of a Maserati.
Two models will be on display in Paris: the Quattroporte, with its classic V8 engine (4.2 liters and 400 hp) and the Quattroporte S with a new V8 engine (4.7 liters and 430 hp). Both models have 6-speed automatic transmission, developed in partnership with ZF.
The major aesthetic changes have been made to the most distinctive features: the front of the car, with its striking new grille and vertical slats — an obvious extension of the GranTurismo style. The front and rear light clusters have also received a facelift, and now feature LEDs. The side view mirrors are also new, with a more aerodynamic shape and fitted even more seamlessly into the doors.
The interior features a new centre console with ergonomically-enhanced, better organized controls. The range of navigation systems has also been completely overhauled with the New Maserati Multimedia System. Two new leathers have been introduced for the first time on the Quattroporte S and Quattroporte respectively: Marrone Corniola and Sabbia — a reinterpretation of the beige already on offer.
The Paris show is the first major motoring event following the death of engineer Andrea Pininfarina. Together with Honorary President, Senator Sergio, Andrea spearheaded the renewed partnership with Maserati, which began with the Quattroporte in 2003, to be followed by the GranTurismo, GranTurismo S and now, of course, the new Quattroporte and Quattroporte S.
The success story of Maserati’s GranTurismo began six decades ago, in 1947, when Maserati presented the A6 GranTurismo styled by Pininfarina. A total of 58 cars were produced. Andrea Pininfarina will be greatly missed by the motoring world and by Maserati.
The new Maserati website is being launched in conjunction with the Paris Motor Show.
Tradition and innovation blend perfectly in the graphic design: uncluttered, elegant and with that customary touch of sporting appeal, visitors are given a smooth and straightforward overview of the Maserati models, the main focus of the site content. Technical specifications illustrate the engines, exteriors, interiors and customized features in full detail. Improvements have been made to the car configurator, which “usability” engineers consider to be one of the best in the world. The advanced multimedia capacity is confirmed by the download area, integrated in the car navigation pages and packed with videos, pictures and screensavers.
A new section, Maserati Service, provides detailed information on pre- and after sales services such as finance, vehicle insurance and maintenance services.
Maserati Passion, the third main area in terms of content, traces the myths and legends of motor racing, past and present. In an environment tailor-made for racing and car enthusiasts, you can browse through motor racing legends and supercars of the past, or visit the section Maserati Corse, dedicated to the championships in which Maserati cars take part. The Passion area also features the Maserati Club, an absolute must for anyone wanting to take part in events dedicated to fans of the Modena manufacturer.
