The current, sixth-generation Maserati
Quattroporte has been in production since 2012 and has already been updated
once in 2016. Still, the Italian carmaker wants to keep the Quattroporte as
competitive as possible, at least until the all-new model arrives in a few
years’ time. The solution is yet another update, one that will add new light
graphics and better interior tech, among others.
Visually, we expect new head- and
taillights, a different grille and redesigned bumpers, a similar approach to
the one implemented recently on the Ghibli. The biggest tweaks should take
place inside, where the Quattroporte is set to receive Maserati’s latest
infotainment system with a 10.1-inch screen and possibly even a fully digital
instrument cluster, a previously-seen prototype was spotted wearing analogue
dials, but it would seem odd for Maserati to keep those on for another few
years.
We can also expect an updated engine
range, which might include the 2.0-liter four-cylinder mild hybrid unit
launched in the Ghibli Hybrid, although 330 HP and 450 Nm)of torque
don’t sound like much if we’re talking about the Quattroporte, a nearly two
tonne car.
What we do know is coming for sure is a
flagship Quattroporte Trofeo model is coming next month powered by either a
twin turbo V8 or possibly even a V6. Even though Maserati is unveiling the
updated Quattroporte this year hoping to keep it relevant, we wouldn’t expect
its fortunes to change drastically until an all-new model arrives.
