Today, the Italian carmaker presented a pair of sharp sedans called the Trofeo, under the hood of which settled a 3.8-liter eight-cylinder from Ferrari.
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While last month Maserati introduced the mild-hybrid model Ghibli, today followed the premiere of its sharp design Trofeo. In addition, the Modena brand also introduced a more powerful version of its larger Quattroporte Trofeo sedan and a slightly modernized Levante Trofeo.
A pair of sharp sedans follow in the footsteps of the Levante Trofeo SUV, with which they share a twice-supercharged 3.8-liter eight-cylinder fork from the Ferrari workshop. And just like under the hood of the recently tested Levante SUV, the Ghibli and Quattroporte Trofeo sedans receive 433 kW (580 hp) and 730 Nm of torque.
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However, while the Quattroporte model has been offered with an eight-cylinder engine in the past (under the designation 530 GTS with output of 530 horsepower), for the Ghibli model it is the first eight-cylinder engine under the hood. It is a pity that the new engine from Ferrari comes only after the head of the brand from Maranello announced a negative attitude to the extension of the contract for the supply of engines from Ferrari for Maserati. The cocks will probably dry out sometime at the turn of next year.
From politics and business, but back to the eight-cylinder engine under the hood, which is connected exclusively to the eight-speed automatic transmission ZF. In the Ghibli and Quattroporte models, it sends power only to the rear axle (while the Levante is an ATV), equipped with a self-locking differential. This should help with the transfer of power to the asphalt and better maneuverability.
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Both Trofeo innovations reach a top speed of up to 326 km / h, making them the brand’s fastest sedans. Slightly better acceleration will be offered thanks to the lower weight of the Ghibli Trofeo model, which will reach from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.3 seconds. The larger Quattroporte takes two tenths of a second longer.
In addition to the powerful engine from the Ferrari workshop, however, the pair of sedans also underwent several important aesthetic changes. Customers can look forward to a redesigned grille with a modified radiator grille, a more aggressive diffuser, boomerang-shaped taillights (inspired by the Alfieri and 3200GT concepts), carbon accessories and red accents (for example in the fender vents) that differentiate the Trofeo from the lower end.
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In addition, the Ghibli, the smaller of a pair of new sedans, boasts a redesigned bonnet that has been modeled after the Levante Trofeo with a pair of new vents for better engine cooling. In addition, both sedans received new 21 “wheels, elegantly filling the wheel arches, while Levante stands on 22” rims.
The biggest change in the cockpit was the new 10.1-inch infotainment touch screen with better resolution and graphics, which replaced the 8.4-inch panel. The slightly upgraded Levante has to make do with an 8.4-inch screen, but also offers higher resolution and sharper graphics.
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Technical innovations in the new sedans include the installation of a new Corsa button, which promises an even sportier driving style and, of course, the Launch Control function, again taken from the Levante Trofeo, which offers an even better acceleration experience.
Aesthetically, the interior will offer several small innovations, such as the Trofeo emblem sewn into the headrests, or new upholstery with natural Pieno Fiore leather. Higher road safety is promised by the ADAS assistance system with new functions, including the “Active Driving Assist” function with the possibility of activation on interurban roads and motorways.
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