Maserati is in the midst of resurgence. Not long ago, the Italian
automaker was struggling to make sales with just two vehicles in its
portfolio: the GranTurismo and the Quattroporte. Both models were
beautiful is sound and appearance, but were not without flaws. Then,
last year Maserati introduced the Ghibli sport sedan and
totally redesigned Quattroporte to rival Germany’s best. In the same
year, the Alfieri concept was revealed as a direct challenger to the Jaguar F-Type.
Maserati
is refocusing on not only a gorgeous lineup and soulful engines, but on
luxury, reliability, and scalable platforms to reach new segments and
open the brand to a broader client base. Enter the Maserati Levante,
which was previewed by the Kubang concept, and which we now know will
debut in January at the North American International Auto Show (a.k.a.
the Detroit Auto Show).
The Levante will counter with attractive styling, and a range of
potent engines. Options will include a twin-turbocharged V6 in 345 hp
and 425 hp flavors, a range of diesels making between 245 hp and 335 hp,
and, the top dog, a 552hp V8.
Buyers with between $60,000 and
$200,000 to spend on a luxury performance crossover will have a slew of
options. Right now, there isn’t a clear winner in terms of aesthetics,
performance, or luxury, but let’s be honest, there are far worse
problems than too many great vehicle choices.
Wednesday, May 06, 2015
Maserati Levante SUV 2016 Coming Soon
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