Australian specifications and pricing have been revealed for the 2018 Maserati Quattroporte range, the Italian limousine has received performance and technology upgrades with an opening price of $209,990 before on-road costs.
Now powering the Quattroporte S version is a new Ferrari-made 3.0-litre twin turbo V6 engine developing 321kW of power and 580Nm of torque.
The base Quattroporte uses the same engine tuned to deliver 257kW/500Nm, while the Quattroporte GTS retains its 3.8-litre twin turbo V8 engine capable of 390kW/650Nm.
Found under the Quattroporte diesel’s bonnet is the familiar 3.0-litre V6 engine with outputs of 202kW/600Nm. All engines are mated with an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission.
External improvements include new Adaptive LED headlights and the GranSport version gains a standard gloss black grille. Soft Close doors will also be fitted to the 2018 Quattroporte range.
The 2018 Quattroporte will have its hydraulic system replaced by Electric Power Steering (EPS) aimed at improving the car’s handling and comfort whilst enabling the use of the newly introduced Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS).
Speaking of the ADAS, an expanded package is now an option for the new Quattroporte. Adding to the existing ADAS technology, active functions including Highway Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition have also been included in the package. Adding to this a Surround View Camera joins the existing reversing camera.
Also new for the 2018 Quattroporte is Integrated Vehicle Control (IVC) which uses the Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) software to prevent losing control of the vehicle. IVC is smoother and quieter than the ESP allowing for better vehicle balance and traction.
Found inside is an Apple CarPlay and Android auto capable infotainment system displayed on an 8.4-inch touch screen.
Like the updated Ghibli and Levante, two unique trim options in the GranLusso and GranSport are available.
The GranLusso and GranSport offer a choice of drivetrains from the Twin Turbo V6 in both tune states and the Twin Turbo V8 engine.
In the GranLusso trim a higher level of luxury is the goal which brings exclusive materials and special features such as a new front lower fascia design with a floating bridge element and a delicate spoiler, chrome bumper finish, body colour bumper profiles, side skirts and at the rear, sculptured retroreflector and a body coloured spoiler. The exterior is complemented by 20 inch Mercurio rims and black painted brake callipers.
Internally the GranLusso features the Ermenegildo Zegna silk interior fabric on the seats, doors, headliner and sun visors. Seat tailoring details and a label behind the sun visors give a unique and exclusive feeling.
Comfort is taken care of by an electric rear sunblind, four-zone air conditioning, heated rear seat and, exclusively for the V8, extended keyless entry and a Bowers and Wilkins Sound System.
The GranSport trim aims for a sportier character with restyled centre and side air intakes delivering improved cooling function, new Black Gloss grille with aerodynamic inspired splits and aggressive black piano spoiler. Adding to the exterior appear are 21-inch Titano rims with red brake callipers and blue inserts in the front Trident and side Saetta logo as well as blue Tridents on the wheel centres.
Internally redesigned front and rear Sports seats, 12-way electric adjustment on the seats, new sport steering wheel (carbon fibre or full leather) with aluminium gearbox paddles, high gloss Piano Black wood trim on the dashboard and stainless steel sport pedals can be found.
The 2018 Quattroporte range is on sale around Australia now.
2018 Maserati Quattroporte pricing (excluding on-road costs):
Quattroporte Turbo Diesel - $209,990
Quattroporte - $214,990
Quattroporte GranLusso - $239,990
Quattroporte GranSport - $239,990
Quattroporte S - $239,000
Quattroporte S GranLusso - $274,990
Quattroporte S GranSport - $274,990
Quattroporte GTS GranLusso - $345,990
Quattroporte GTS GranSport - $345,990
GranSport Equipment Highlights
21 inch Titano rims
Red brake callipers
Black Piano trim
Stainless steel sports pedals
Sport steering wheel
Gloss black exterior finish
12-way sports seats
Dual cast braking system
Alcantara headlining
Specific sports front/rear bumper
Black Gloss Front Grille
GranLusso Equipment Highlights
20 inch Mercurio rims
Black brake callipers
Zegna Edition interiors
Radica wood trim
Wood trim steering wheel/gear knob in coloured leather
Powered rear and side sunshades
Heated rear seats
Four-zone air conditioning
Front seat ventilation
Alcantara headlining
Rear door keyless entry system (GTS only)
Bowers and Wilkins sound system (GTS only)
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