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- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
- 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4: First Drive
2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4 [w/video]
The First Maserati To Run Full-Time On All Fours About six months ago we tested the all-new 2014 Maserati Quattroporte GTS and its 523-horsepower 3.8-liter bi-turbo V8 engine, the latter being built in Maranello, Italy, by Ferrari. There were comments on both sides, mostly positive though, and we came away impressed by the sixth-generation Maserati sedan. This despite the fact that both we and you couldn't seem to get past the questionable aesthetics of the 20-inch Crono alloy wheels slapped on all of the test cars. Awkward looking they are, or is "distinctive" the word we're seeking? ... Read More
Vital Stats
- Engine:
- 3.0L Bi-Turbo V6
- Power:
- 404 HP / 407 LB-FT
- Transmission:
- 8-Speed Auto
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0First Drive: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte S Q4 [w/video] 1368201420
The First Maserati To Run Full-Time On All Fours About six months ago we tested the all-new 2014 Maserati Quattroporte GTS and its 523-horsepower 3.8-liter bi-turbo V8 engine, the latter being built in Maranello, Italy, by Ferrari. There were comments on both sides, mostly positive though, and we came away impressed by the sixth-generation Maserati ...
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Video: Watch Maserati prep this Quattroporte for Geneva by hammering on its sheetmetal 1362506460
There are untold amounts of primping and set up that goes on in the days leading up to an international auto show. Of course, there are exhibits to erect, lights to hang and scripts to rehearse. There are also cars to prep. Usually the latter involves little more than removing finger prints and dusting, but in the case of Maserati the day before the ...
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Report: Maserati Ghibli overtakes Levante, headed for Shanghai? 1360791000
While earlier reports indicated that the next Maserati product out of the gate would be the Levante SUV, Motor Trend is now reporting that the Audi A7-shaped Ghibli has cut in line. Word is that we may see the new Ghibli as early as the Shanghai Motor Show in April. Citing unnamed sources, MT predicts that the minds at Maserati now see a more pressing ...
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Detroit: 2014 Quattroporte kicks off 50th anniversary for Maserati with new V6, AWD 1358258580
It's not that often that we get to talk about a new Maserati model, but that's all about to change. The Italian automaker is using the 2014 Quattroporte to begin a lineup expansion that will soon grow to no fewer than five models. Entering its sixth generation, the Quattroporte has been completely redesigned, and is also adding a new V6 engine and ...
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Video: Autocar compares new Maserati Quattroporte to Jaguar XJ 1357596060
Autocar's Steve Sutcliffe took the 2014 Maserati Quattroporte on a spin along snowy mountain roads to test it for a specific brief: as a limousine for the chauffeured class. It's sporting credentials are impressive: Twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V8, 532 horsepower, 475 pound-feet of torque in casual circumstances that rises to 532 lb-ft in overboost, a ...
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Video: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte goes on a night run 1357174680
While it was in development, Maserati rolled out its 2014 Quattroporte for a little testing, but rather than slather the big luxury sedan in gobs of camouflage to protect from it prying eyes, engineers used the cover of darkness to conceal the vehicle's design. Then they made a video about their cleverness and posted it on the Internet. The team spent ...
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Report: Leak confirms Maserati product plans, five new models 1356734640
It isn't a secret that Maserati is planning a product expansion in an attempt sell 50,000 units annually by 2015, but the automaker hasn't officially announced just how it plans to do so. Yes, we've seen (and driven) the 2014 Quattroporte, checked out spy shots for the smaller Ghibli sedan and Maserati even confirmed the Levante name for its SUV, but a ...
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First Drive: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte [w/video] 1355331420
Vastly Upgraded Italian Speed Sedan Kicks Off Brand Renaissance The sixth-generation Maserati Quattroporte is big – and not just because it's 6.5 inches longer than before with a wheelbase that stretches 4.3 inches beyond its predecessor. The new Quattroporte is big also because it's a huge deal both for its segment and for Maserati. Just as FoMoCo ...
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Report: Maserati looking to book 13,000 sales of new Quattroporte in 2013 1355182200
Europe's continuing financial woe is forcing automakers to get creative, and while Fiat may be scaling back its volume vehicles, it's looking to ramp up production of the exclusive Maserati brand. Following the debut of a new Quattroporte sedan, Fiat wants to boost Maserati sales to 50,000 vehicles by 2015. Maserati may lose as much as €7 million ...
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Report: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte to get twin-turbo V6 1354648440
As we wait for the Detroit Auto Show to get our up-close and in-depth look at the redesigned 2014 Maserati Quattroporte, some details are just starting to emerge about the car's powertrain, but nothing is official just yet. Autocar has posted a first drive of the new Quattroporte, finally spilling the beans about what motivates this sporty and luxurious ...
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Video: Maserati releases quartet of videos featuring new Quattroporte 1352223900
In case you missed it, Maserati has decided to introduce the world to its next Quattroporte well ahead of its official debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show in January. As expected, it's beautiful. Not content to leave well enough alone, the Italian automaker has revealed a series of videos to go along with the six images and press release it had already ...
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Official: New Maserati Quattroporte revealed before Detroit debut 1352214060
Well that didn't take long at all. Although we just saw spy shots of the new Maserati Quattroporte last week, Maserati has now taken the wraps off its redesigned sedan ahead of a confirmed Detroit Auto Show debut. Although no official details for the car were released just yet, we can infer quite a few changes just from the images. Celebrating 50 years of ...
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Spy Shots: This is our clearest look yet at the next Maserati Quattroporte 1351877580
The best look we've had at the next Maserati Quattroporte so far was found in patent drawings that could have substituted for a whole lot of other cars. But seen here is a more useful glimpse, courtesy of someone on the lookout in Italy who caught a prototype in a skin-hugging wrap. Maserati has apparently gone with the Charles Eames philosophy on the ...
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Official: Maserati dubs new SUV Levante, new sedan to resurrect Ghibli moniker 1348819260
Building on the introduction of the GranCabrio MC that debuted at the Paris Motor Show, Maserati is planning three new models over the next couple of year in an attempt to raise sales to 50,000 units annually by 2015. While we think that that is a pretty lofty goal for a boutique automaker, redesigning its flagship sedan and adding two all-new models in ...
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Report: 2014 Maserati Quattroporte revealed in patent drawings 1342103280
Curious about what the 2014 Maserati Quattroporte will look like? Recent spy shots of the big Maserati sedan haven't been much help, but now we have this: Three alleged patent drawings found by AutoWeek.nl. Better fire up your imagination, however, as like all European Patent Office images, these sketches have the unique ability to suck the beauty out of ...
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Report: Maserati Quattroporte to get Ferrari-built supercharged V6, turbo V8 1339190160
According to Car and Driver, the next-generation Maserati Quattroporte is slated to get two all-new forced-induction engines sourced from Ferrari. At launch, the Quattroporte will be introduced with its range-topping engine, a 5.2-liter turbocharged V8, good for something like 520 horsepower. That's all well and fine, but the big news is that a smaller, ...
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Report: Maserati developing exhaust-note simulation system for upcoming diesels 1338332520
If you watched 2011's The Dilemma and thought there's no way automakers would actually pipe artificial engine notes into their cars, think again. Several companies have been developing exhaust-note simulation systems, particularly for electric cars – be it for the sake of enjoyment or safety. But EVs aren't the only cars that will benefit from ...
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Report: Maserati gearing up to produce Alfa 4C, new sedan in Italy 1334321100
Production of the upcoming Maserati Kubang may be set for the Jefferson North plant where Chrysler builds the Jeep Grand Cherokee on which the high-riding Maserati will be based, but that doesn't mean that the Trident marque is giving up on production in its home country of Italy anytime soon. According to statements made by union officials, Maserati is ...
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Report: Maserati looking to double global dealer network to capitalize on new model push 1331557140
According to Automotive News, Maserati is looking to expand its dealer network in a big way. The luxury Italian automaker intends to double its dealers by the end of next year in an attempt to take advantage of a rash of new models heading for production. All told, Maserati intends to have around 500 showrooms open by the time the new vehicles roll in, ...
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Spy Shots: First prototype of 2013 Maserati Quattroporte caught 1331328540
It looks as if work is officially underway on the next Maserati Quattroporte. Our spy photo friends managed to click the first few images of a pre-production prototype stretching its legs on public streets. The four-door is covered in enough cladding to successfully obscure any hint of new body work, but from what we're told, there's a whole new chassis ...
