The Modenese company has gained market share in both existing and emerging markets, as stated in a La Repubblica article following the presentation in Salzburg of the Maserati Quattroporte S. The car features “significant changes inside and out, from the instruments to the grille. The 4700cc, 430 bhp V8 makes its debut. New leathers and woods enhance the striking interior, above all the dashboard where the outline of the passenger side airbag has been cleverly disguised”. The article continues by taking a look at the engine, one that “powers the Modenese flagship along smoothly.

Obviously, the brakes have been improved but without resorting to an system that is too sharp”. In terms of suspension, the basic set up ensures “the necessary damping on uneven roads. Sport mode stiffens up the ride, making mixed sections of road easier to handle. This is surprising given the size and weight of the car”. The article was accompanied by a photo of the Maserati Quattroporte S.