2018 Maserati Quattroporte GTS launched

The 2018 Maserati Quattroporte GTS has been launched in India. This is the new model that was recently showcased at the Frankfurt Motor Show. This comes with a 3.8-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. It develops an output of 530 hp at 6,500-6,800 rpm, with an equally impressive torque at 710 Nm, available between 2,250 and 3,500 rpm in overboost mode.

The flagship Quattroporte is fitted to the GTS version with. The GTS reaches 100 km/h from a standing start in a breathtaking 4.7 seconds and power to a top speed of 310 km/h. The combined fuel consumption and emissions are 10.7 litres/100 km and 250 g/km. 

The eight-speed ZF automatic transmission in the Quattroporte unwraps a vast world of possibilities.The 8.4” Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+) unit takes pride of place at the centre of the Quattroporte dashboard. MTC+ can be operated in three ways: via the multi-touchscreen, the rotary control in the central console, or through voice commands. The state-of-the-art system also features both Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto® mirroring functions, along with the Wi-Fi option.

The Quattroporte GTS is offered with a choice of two exceptional audio systems – The powerful 900-watt, 10-speaker Harman Kardon Premium Sound system fitted as standard. For those seeking the ultimate acoustics, there is the new generation Bowers & Wilkins Surround Sound system. Featuring fifteen speakers and a 1,280-watt amplifier, this system is the last word in sound perfection. 

The stability programme, adaptive full LED headlights with glare free high-beam assist, 6 airbags and active headrests ensure the focus on safety aspects is intact. In terms of the new range strategy, for those who prefer more in the way of luxury from their Maserati Quattroporte, the GranLusso trim offers exclusive exterior refinements which includes a discreet front spoiler, chrome bumper inserts, body-coloured side skirts and GranLusso badges on the wings. There are also impressive 20” Mercurio light alloy wheels with brake calipers in black.  

The models were globally launched in September, but the first customers across the globe and in India will receive deliveries in the same time period. In India, the 2018 Quattroporte GTS GranLusso and GranSport range will be available at an average price of Rs 2.7 Cr (Ex-showroom Delhi) based on customization.