2012 Maserati Quattroporte V8 Engine Performance

The new 2012 Maserati Quattroporte stands out from the crowd. Pininfarina’s most recent creation is the ideal synthesis of luxury and sportiness. It is a car that excels in terms of technology and craftsmanship. The Maserati Quattroporte is the only large luxury saloon that guarantees both elevated on-board comfort levels and thrills with its authentic granturismo performance. Getting behind the wheel of the Maserati Quattroporte means travelling in comfort that matches that of a refined drawing room. The 4.2 litre V8 engine delivers startling handling and seamless gear changes. The Quattroporte always delivers pitch perfect performance that blends luxury with a thrilling driving experience.The engine is capable of producing 405 bhp and powers the Maserati Quattroporte to excellent performance figures for a luxury saloon: a top speed of 167 mph and a 0-62 mph acceleration time of 5.6 seconds.

2012 Maserati Quattroporte

2012 Maserati Quattroporte

The Maserati Quattroporte’s stylish looks are down to Pininfarina, the famous coachbuilder. New technological features and revised aerodynamics combine harmoniously to render the elegant Maserati flagship model even more desirable and unique. The front end is dominated by the new grille with the traditional Trident logo in its centre. The grille’s convex vertical slats give the car an assertive poise and hint at the potential that lies beneath the bonnet. The front lights, like those at the rear, make use of LED know-how to give the 2012 Quattroporte an even more striking look. The Quattroporte is a car with a strong personality that combines power and elegance. Its unmistakeable lines are completed by the side spoilers and the 19” Neptune wheel rims.

2012 Maserati Quattroporte Interior

The interior of the new 2012 Maserati Quattroporte has raised the bar when it comes to comfort. This improvement is down to the radical changes made to the driving position, the seat set up, the multi-functional steering wheel with its sports grip, the commands now situated on the centre console, the revised instruments and, near the chic clock, the addition of a small storage compartment on the centre tunnel. The Quattroporte has electronically adjustable seats that can be set to fourteen different positions (including the seat back in four different ways). The driver’s seat has three memory settings and an easy entry/exit system (that pushes the seat back and lifts the steering column). Owners can also opt for the front seat comfort pack that provides heating, ventilation and massage functions. Passengers in the back can relax and enjoy the ride in a well-insulated cabin, free of any annoying vibrations. The Quattroporte offers an array of rear seat positions thanks a multitude of functions including their independent, electronic movement. The separate lengthways shift (10cm) and reclining movement means that passengers will have no trouble finding a comfortable position. The rear seats can also be fitted with heating, ventilation and massage capability, as an option.

2012 Maserati Quattroporte

2012 Maserati Quattroporte

2012 Maserati Quattroporte he spacious, 450 litre boot has an even shape and is especially roomy widthways (it can fit in three or four golf bags, depending on their size). Every inch of room in the boot can be exploited thanks to the luggage set specifically designed for the Maserati Quattroporte and available as an option. Boot space has been found to accommodate the puncture repair kit that includes a pump. A 17” spare wheel can also be housed under the boot floor, on request. There is a range of other standard equipment that comes with the new Quattroporte, including a cooler compartment hidden inside the front armrest, two glass holders that tuck away into the rear armrest and an electronic blind for the rear window.

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