Maserati Quattroporte

Maserati an arm of FIAT group is a well known super luxury car brand in the Italian auto market which now has entered in Indian auto market. it has launched its well performing and popular car models in India. The company brings four door big sedan and coupe cars model in the domestic car market which are endowed with outstanding features and stunning appearance along with high power heart. All the launched Maserati cars are capable of providing the experience of royal drives along with their super stylish interior design, high security features and most advanced connectivity components.

Maserati Quattroporte is another beast by the company that is equipped with a 4691 cc powerplant that generates peak power of 323 kW (440 bhp) at 7000 rpm and max torque of 490 Nm (50 Kgm) at 4750 rpm. It has exceptional dimensions like its length is 4,881 mm, width is 1,915 mm and Height of the car is 1,353 mm while wheelbase is 2,942 mm which make it good height car in the segment.

Maserati cars are a witness to almost 100 years history of uncompromising performance, several racing achievements, exclusive interiors and unmistakable design. In particular, Maserati Quattroporte combines all the qualities of a premium sedan with unbending performance and driving excitement of a high performing grand touring car. It is one of the luxury sedans that set the pulse racing with its performance similar to sportscar. Beautiful in appearance and thrilling to drive, the car excels when the question comes of technology and craftsmanship. Though in markets like India, its arrival was quite late but when it was launched, it received immense response from the elite class. Maserati Quattroporte basically comes in two different V8 engines with variable valve timing and four valves per cylinder;one 4.2L which is the basic version produces 400hp and 339 pound feet of torque and the other known as Quattroporte S churns out 425hp and 361 pound feet of torque. The engines are mated with six speed automatic transmission gearbox with manual shift control. It accelerates from 0 62mph in just 5.4 seconds reaching the top speed of 168mph. The engine under the hood has unique power delivery curves resulting in supreme driving comfort and immaculately smooth ride giving top performance. The sedan features Brembo brakes and a Skyhook sport suspension consisting of various damping settings allowing optimum balance while on the road. The steering wheel is speed sensitive which is considered a plus point. Despite of the curb weight of 4,400 pounds, the car is in its rudiments on serpentine highways, exhibiting excellent steering feel and body control of a premium sedan. The elegance and style outside the car are blended together with a muscular presence that can be easily identified in the convex vertical slat on the front grille and spreads all the way down to the taillights which features LED strips, aerodynamic nose, bi xenon headlights and wide wheel arches. The windshield of the car has been aggressively raked and smoothly crafted roofline leads to a very elegant tail. The mirrors are electric foldable and the car sports front fog lights and rear windows defroster. The luxury appearance can be seen at shifter adorned with wood and leather and the same treatment given to doors. Metallic paint is vibrant and electric glass sunroof makes Quattroporte distinctive in its class. The super luxury car is available in 18, 19 and 20 inch wheels options.

The cabin inside can be customized like few other production vehicles at this price range, offering endless cabin trims and leather colors. Front seats are cozy and supportive and back there is space for two occupants to ride in relative comfort level. Front seat belts are height adjustable with pre tensioners for driver and co passenger. The car is clearly designed for four people as indicated by the aggressive outlines of the power adjustable outboard back seats. The trunk is basically uniform in shape and spacious enough to carry all the necessary things. The dashboard and consoles gets more logical controls. Bose multimedia system includes hard disk based satellite navigation, satellite radio, CD/MP3/DVD player, digital music storage, USB, Bluetooth and Ipod connectivity and voice activation. One of the interesting features of Bose multimedia system is infrared proximity sensor, the moment you move your fingers close to the right side knob and it will automatically displays appropriate audio or navigation menu on the screen. Power steering with audio controls mounted on it. There is dual zone fully automatic climate control, trip computer showing every detail of the journey like average speed, average fuel economy and remaining fuel etc. There are special features like garage door opener, coming home device, electric trunk/hatch release, service interval indicator. Maserati Quattroporte is loaded with tons of safety features onboard. There are front side airbag with front and rear curtain airbag, intelligent driver front airbag and intelligent co passenger front airbag with cutoff switch. An active safety traction and stability control system known as Maserati Stability Program designed to interact with Anti lock braking system, Electronic Brake Force Distribution and Automatic Slip Regulation system which help maintain car dynamic balance in tough scenarios. Cruise control, low tire pressure indicator, rear radar parking sensors, remote power locks all comes as standard. Maserati Quattroporte poses direct challenge to German rivals Mercedes Benz S class and BMW 7 series. This sports sedan has everything you can imagine and more, it offers luxury and speed much better than in its range of cars. If you have means, Quattroporte is a legitimate contender in the upscale luxury market rather than a niche player, because passion now has a practical side.