2017 Maserati Ghibli
For 2017 model year, Maserati is adding more on-board tech and
driver assistance systems, as well as new Luxury and Sport packages to their
Ghibli range. The Ghibli is currently on display at the 2016 Paris Auto
Show where visitors will be able to check out not only its new features but
also its more powerful V6 petrol unit which adds 20 extra HP over the MY2016
one, boosting maximum speed to 267 km/h.
Let's take a look at the
improved interior where the central dashboard has been redesigned to hold a
high-res 8.4" screen with multi touch function. The new infotainment
system is also compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the
lower console now hosts a rotary knob to control volume and functions, plus a
new lid and a new phone storage compartment.
All Ghibli versions now come equipped with Air
Quality Sensors which calculate the external pollution levels and prevents
polluted air and toxic gases from entering the cabin.
The previously mentioned Luxury and Sport packages
were conceived to "satisfy individual customer styles," says the
Italian automaker. The Luxury pack adds 19" 'Poseidone' wheels, black
brake calipers, exclusive Zegna Edition Silk or Full Premium Leather interiors
and 12-way power comfort seats with memory function. The Sport pack on the
other hand includes 20" Urano machine polished wheels, red brake calipers,
Skyhook Adaptive suspension, 12-way power sports seats and a sport steering
wheel. Finally, the exterior Carbon package includes the door handles, external
mirrors, B-pillar/C-pillar covers as well as the trunk spoiler.
On the road, the Ghibli's new Advanced Driver
Assistance Systems pack is available as an option and features Adaptive Cruise
Control with Stop & Go, Blind Spot Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Forward
Collision Warning and advanced Brake Assist and Automated Emergency Braking.
The additional Surround View Camera is only available as an option in
combination with the ADAS package.
Powering the Ghibli and the Ghibli S is a
Ferrari-built twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic
gearbox. The Ghibli is now also good for 350 HP, and is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5
seconds. The flagship Ghibli S is of course quicker (0-100 in 5 flat) thanks to
its power output of 410 HP. Furthermore, when fitted with the Q4 all wheel
drive system, the Ghibli SQ4 will hit the 100 km/h mark in just 4.8 seconds.
As for the diesel versions, there are two, rated at
250 HP and 275 HP respectively, boasting 600 Nm of torque each.
