Maserati Quattroporte MY22: GT, Modena and Trofeo

Maserati has introduced new and exclusive trim levels for the Quattroporte, to celebrate the refresh of the range with the Model Year 22 (MY22).

The three new trim levels – GT, Modena (also available in Q4 version) and Trofeo – have been developed not only to meet all customers’ requirements and expectations, but also to epitomise the various over-arching themes of the Maserati range: innovation, performance and design.

From a stylistic point of view, the three new trim levels (GT, Modena and Trofeo) feature the new Maserati logo on the bonnet (included in the range from the MC20 onwards), new Trident logo on the C-pillar and refreshed lettering on the rear. There is also a specific trim level badge (bearing the wording “GT”, “Modena” or “Trofeo”) on the sides, just above the three iconic air intakes.

The new Maserati lettering appears on the central screen as well, as does the new “Trofeo” logo on the headrests.

A classic example of true Italian design, the Quattroporte expertly combines elegance and sportiness. With MY22, the Brand’s DNA is thus expressed in unique proposals, the result of the synergy that has played out between the Centro Stile Maserati and the Product Development Team, on research into materials, design cues and dedicated features.

In its 55 years of history, the Quattroporte’s style has evolved in the wake of the creativity of the best Italian designers. In 1963, the first Quattroporte combined performance, style and luxury in an elegant body designed by Pietro Frua, bringing to life a new market segment: luxury sport sedans.

The 1974 second generation – created by Bertone and deliberately produced in very limited numbers – was followed by the great success of the 1979 Quattroporte, designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro. In turn in 1994, Marcello Gandini redefined the fourth series of the flagship according to more compact style canons, whilst Pininfarina’s 2003 Quattroporte set a new design standard for the segment, becoming a benchmark in the class for almost a decade.

An outstanding Cx of 0.28
The new Quattroporte is reconfirmed as a car with as original and exclusive a personality as its forerunners. The bold, imposing nose is sculpted around the 3D grille inspired by the Alfieri concept car: tapered and majestic, it features vertical chrome-plated elements in contrast with the depth of the “sharknose” effect. Making an appearance in the grille is the tuning fork, a design cue introduced with the MY21.

Most of the aerodynamic interventions on the Quattroporte over time cannot be seen, having been made on the lower part of the car. The flat bottom has various aerodynamic features, including a NACA duct to cool the differential without increasing aerodynamic drag, and deflectors on the rear suspension arms to conduct the airflows effectively.

The classic Maserati grille has evolved into a functional, actively aerodynamic component, with the inclusion of an electrically adjustable air shutter between the air vents and the engine radiator. With the air shutter’s perfect calibration of the engine temperature and optimisation of the car’s aerodynamics by reducing fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions, the Quattroporte now has an exceptional Cx of 0.28.

Adaptive Full-LED headlights
Adaptive Full-LED headlights come as standard on all Quattroporte versions in both the high- and low-beam headlights, the daytime running lights (DRLs), parking lights and direction indicators. Equipped with static bending light and automatic adjustment of the light beam height, these headlights are notable for the horizontal geometry of the DRLs, the form of which is reminiscent of the triple air intake above the car’s fenders.

The headlights include a built-in front-facing camera to support the Bi-Led Glarefree function for adaptive high beam adjustment. This feature creates “tunnels” of light by reducing the light beam in areas around the car that can be left in the dark, so the driver can always keep the high beams on without worrying about bothering drivers proceeding in the opposite direction.

The headlights also interact with various car parameters to activate one of the following lighting modes: “urban” (<50 km/h), “out-of-town” (50-110 km/h), “motorway” (>110 km/h) and “rain”.

The boomerang taillights recall the Trident brand’s history and were introduced with the MY21, including on the Quattroporte.

Highly elegant interior
“Full-Grain” natural leather is available for the elegant interior of the Quattroporte. 

The long wheelbase of the latest-generation Quattroporte has resulted in a huge increase in space inside the elegant passenger compartment, recreating the environment of an exclusive high-class living room for the driver and passengers.

The tapered and enveloping forms of the interior give the dashboard and tunnel a feeling of great lightness. To emphasise the refined character of the Quattroporte, the entire surface of the dashboard is covered with a selection of prestigious, exclusive finishes, combined with decorative accents on the front and rear door panels.

The cabin is structured around a simple and user-friendly interface. The instrument cluster includes a large analogue tachymeter and speedometer, alongside a 7” TFT display for the car’s operating functions. The height and depth of the leather steering wheel can be adjusted electronically.

The MY22 Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC Plus) infotelematics system features a high-resolution 8.4” capacitive touchscreen display with updated graphics and improved climate control functions. The dual rotary selector made of forged aluminium offers intuitive adjustment of the audio volume and other functions.

On the MY22, the centre console features a redesigned gear lever and a new version of the push-button panel for driving modes, as well as two extra large cup holders as specifically requested for the American market*, available as an option but as standard on cars destined for the USA and Canada.

The three rear seats are spacious and comfortable, with excellent legroom.

The rear armrest has a USB port to charge mobile devices and two retractable cup holders.  An ashtray is now available as an option for the door panel. The rear seats include ISOFIX attachments for child seats.

The lighting system uses optical fibres that run along the dashboard and doors as well as in the handle cavities and pockets of the doors themselves, to give the interior a modern and classy look. The ergonomic ceiling light includes a button to open the tailgate and the parking sensors control, located to the right of the panoramic roof controls.

The front and rear ceiling lights are equipped with diffuse lighting and two separate reading lights, as well as two built-in LEDs that emit a soft light for the area below; the footwell is also illuminated.

The cabin of the Quattroporte includes a mobile phone holder, three 12V electrical outlets, a USB charging port in the rear armrest and various illuminated and air-conditioned compartments: two in the lower section of the dashboard (a glove compartment on the passenger side, another on the driver’s side) and a further one in the large front armrest. The touchscreen display menu includes Valet* mode, to electrically lock the passenger glove compartment. In this mode, the compartment can only be accessed by entering a four-digit PIN.

The rear seats are modular in a 60:40 ratio: the smaller section can be folded down to load longer items into the 530-litre boot.

* For left-hand drive cars only

Prestigious specifications and a broader choice of leather upholstery
The standard specs also include a navigation system and heated leather Comfort front seats with 12-way electric adjustment (8 + 4 for lumbar support). The leather upholstery also extends to the upper dashboard and armrests.

Maserati offers an extraordinary degree of customization for the interiors of its cars.  Each trim uses a wide range of materials: fine woods, carbon fibre, extensive premium leather and the new “Full-Grain” leather with contrasting stitching for the leather upholstery on the upper dashboard, doors, seats and headrests, as well as many other options.

GT trim level
The Quattroporte GT trim level extols the character, appeal and elegance of Maserati and embodies the brand’s most urban, minimal and contemporary spirit. It is well suited to dynamic and curious global citizens who pay attention to fashion, yet have a refined style of their own.

The Quattroporte GT is equipped with the 350-hp V6 engine.

The Euro 6C-approved 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 is also available with a different mapping that delivers 350 hp of power at 5,500 rpm and peak torque of 500 Nm between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm (90% of which is available at 1,600 rpm).

The 350-hp Quattroporte maintains the typical Maserati sportiness, with 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 270 km/h. According to data from the WLTP procedure – introduced in 2017 for a more accurate assessment of on-road performance based on real-world driving data, fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions in the combined cycle are 11-12.1 L/100 km and 243-254 g/km respectively.

Externally, this trim level embellishes the models in the range with chrome-plated accents, plus 19” alloy wheels. Completing the look of the interior are the comfort seats in leather and burl.

Modena trim level
Aimed at customers who love the world of sport, the Quattroporte Modena trim is intended as a means to make the very best of your time and surroundings. For those looking for a balance between innate elegance, dynamism and driving pleasure.

The Quattroporte Modena includes the 430-hp V6 engine. **

Also available is the Quattroporte Modena Q4 version with all-wheel drive, again powered by the 430-hp V6.

The V6 engines in the Quattroporte Modena and Modena Q4 deliver 430 hp of power with peak torque of 580 Nm from 2,250 to 4,000 rpm. The engine's maximum rev count is 6,500 rpm.

The 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine shares most of its key components with the V8: it has the same bore, the same variable valve timing technology, and almost the same turbocharger, manifold and monoblock technology. This engine is equipped with high-turbulence cylinder heads and four cam phasers. With two continuous cam phasers for each cylinder head, it can anticipate or delay the timing of the intake and exhaust valves, independently and in real time.

Like the V8, it uses an ECU control unit with built-in high-speed processors, which manage a variety of functions in real time. Maserati Powertrain has also made use of on-demand peripherals such as the variable-flow oil pump, operated electrically to improve fuel consumption and performance.

The V6 also uses innovative computer control that monitors the car's electricity consumption and manages the alternator load accordingly.

However, the 60° layout rather than 90° makes the V6 an engine with a character all of its own. This engine's power and peak torque are slightly higher than the 3.8-litre V8 engine's, at 144 hp/L and 194 Nm/L respectively (compared to the V8’s 139 hp/L and 187 Nm/L with overboost).

Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes only 4.8 seconds in the Quattroporte Modena Q4 and 5.0 seconds in the Quattroporte Modena. The top speed of both models is 288 km/h.

According to data from the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) – a more accurate reflection of real-world driving conditions, the fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions of the Quattroporte Modena Q4 are 11.2-11.6 L/100 km and 253-263 g/km respectively.

The Modena trim level emphasises its athletic features, with sporty bumpers, Piano Black accents and 20” alloy wheels.

In the cabin, every detail is reminiscent of the driving pleasure typical of the Brand, with the enveloping leather sports seats and Piano Black Trim interior.

** On the American market, the Quattroporte GT is equipped with the 430-hp V6 engine.

Modena trim in Q4 version: 100% Maserati intelligent all-wheel drive
The Q4 intelligent all-wheel drive is intended to convey the rear-wheel drive experience typical of a Maserati, and to offer complete safety in all weather conditions, regardless of the state of the road surface.

Compact and lightweight, this system has been designed to ensure the highest level of traction, torque and comfort in all conditions. It is also intended to convey the rear-wheel drive experience typical of a Maserati, even on low-grip surfaces. It acts by transferring traction to the front wheels as needed, quickly and effectively.

In normal driving situations, the Q4 system delivers 100% of the engine torque to the rear wheels, which also optimises fuel consumption and emissions. In low-grip conditions or if traction is lost on the rear axle, the system reacts immediately by transferring the torque required to the front wheels.

In just 150 milliseconds, the Q4 intelligent all-wheel drive can change torque distribution from 100% rear-wheel drive to a 50:50 distribution between the front and rear wheels. When conditions require, the system and its variable torque adjustment is activated constantly and continuously.

Although the change in torque distribution is imperceptible, a monitoring system has been built into the 7” colour display on the dashboard, to show the distribution between the front and rear in real time. The system architecture is based on an electronically controlled oil-immersed multi-disc clutch, installed in a transfer case connected to the front axle by a semi-axle.

When driving, a sophisticated algorithm developed by Maserati monitors many of the car’s dynamic parameters in real time: wheel slip, steering and yaw angle, acceleration, speed, braking action and the Maserati Stability Program (MSP), as well as the wheel grip with respect to the driving style.

By processing this data, the Q4 intelligent all-wheel drive can maximise the grip of each individual wheel, thus ensuring optimal management of vehicle dynamics for any given road conditions and at all times. The sole objective of this strategy is to achieve the best possible balance between driving pleasure and safety.

Like all modern Maseratis, all versions of the Quattroporte use a limited-slip differential (LSD) to ensure the best traction in all driving situations. The bevel-geared asymmetrical locking function varies from 35% lock under load to 45% on release.

Trofeo trim level
The Trofeo trim embodies maximum Maserati performance, specifically in terms of its ratings. This trim level is suited to fans of extreme performance. It constitutes the top of the range as a trim and most of all in terms of performance, with its powerful 580-hp twin-turbo V8 engine.

To complete the look of the exterior, carbon fibre finishes, 21” alloy wheels and red brake calipers. The interior is exclusive, with sports seats in “Full-Grain” natural leather.

Quattroporte Trofeo represents an extreme dimension, faster and with even higher performance, but always unquestionably elegant and safe.

The top-of-the-range 3.8-litre V8 engine is a perfect example of traditional Maserati performance. This engine delivers 530 hp of power at 6,800 rpm and peak torque of 650 Nm at 2,000 to 4,000 rpm. The peak torque value can be increased with the automatic overboost function to up to 710 Nm at a rev count between 2,250 and 3,500 rpm.

These features mean the Quattroporte can boast 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in just 4.5 seconds and breaks the 300-km/h barrier with a top speed of 326 km/h.

The Maserati V8 engine has been specifically designed to ensure excellent performance at all speeds, with low fuel consumption and emissions. The V8’s torque is very high even at low rev counts, including at 1,500 rpm. The concept of the high-turbulence cylinder heads and four cam phasers has been perfected by Maserati Powertrain, for optimum combustion control.

The V8 engine is powered by two small parallel twin-scroll turbines (one for each cylinder bank), which ensure the high performance expected of a Maserati engine whilst reducing inertia.

Maserati Powertrain has integrated the turbine housing into the exhaust manifold, resulting in a compact and lightweight solution. Each turbocharger is powered by its own air-to-air intercooler. The Quattroporte has two of these intercoolers, each lower-mounted and at a distance from the main radiators for a constant flow of fresh air.

The engine offers Normal, Sport and I.C.E. (Increased Control & Efficiency) driving modes, the latter aimed at reducing fuel consumption, emissions and noise. This strategy provides for more gentle acceleration for a smoother ride, disables the overboost function and keeps the Sport mode exhaust flaps closed up to 5,000 rpm. As well as ensuring maximum fuel efficiency for the Quattroporte, I.C.E. mode is also ideal for driving on low-grip surfaces.

For all trim levels
All Quattroporte versions are equipped with eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, ensuring exceptional comfort, faster gear changes, optimised fuel consumption and lower noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) values.

The gear lever was redesigned for the MY19 for a more intuitive shift, resulting in a shorter stroke and improved functionality. The gearbox can be operated in both automatic mode (RND) and manually, simply by pulling the lever from right to left; a new “P” button has been added to the lever, to set the transmission to parking mode.

It is now even easier to operate the driving mode control buttons in the centre console. The “M” button has been removed and replaced with another to disable the Start & Stop function.

Two overdrive gears mean the transmission alone can make an enormous contribution to the car’s overall efficiency. Following in Maserati tradition, there are five dedicated shift modes: Auto Normal, Auto Sport, Manual Normal, Manual Sport and I.C.E. All the gear shift modes can be selected via the buttons to the left of the gear knob.

The car recognises a wide range of conditions, such as uphill or downhill slopes and sudden braking or challenging corners, and selects the best ratio and shift type accordingly.

In Manual Normal mode the system automatically shifts up when coming close to maximum engine speed, whereas in Manual Sport mode gear changes are faster and brighter and the engine speed can be pushed to the limit without the system taking action.

Body: a perfect synthesis of performance, comfort and safety
The body of the Quattroporte has been carefully designed to satisfy Maserati buyers’ requirements for performance and high levels of comfort, as well as all the safety regulations.

With its 3.17-m long wheelbase, the Quattroporte ensures exceptional on-board comfort and exciting handling. Despite its generous dimensions, the flagship Quattroporte sedan is extraordinarily lightweight: the version with a V8 engine weighs 1,900 kg (40 kg more than those with rear-wheel drive V6 engines).

Constructed around a rigid and extremely safe steel cell, it uses a series of various aluminium and steel alloys to maximise strength, minimise weight and maintain the perfect 50:50 weight distribution.

The front of the body is cast in an aluminium alloy with a reinforced crossbar to ensure extraordinary rigidity in all directions, whereas the rear is made of laminated steel.

Aluminium was chosen for most of the body panels to ensure maximum safety for the occupants, and the lowest possible weight. As a result, the four doors, bonnet, front side panels and tailgate are all made of aluminium, with ultra-light magnesium used in the dashboard crossbar. 

Skyhook system as standard
The configuration of the double-wishbone suspension is a Maserati tradition derived from racing. The Quattroporte takes up this legacy, but incorporates cutting-edge technologies to ensure greater precision.

For the front suspension, an aluminium dual swing arm is used in a raised position, to ensure precise handling.

Aluminium is the main metal in the front suspension system; the dome nuts, hub bars and uprights are all made of forged aluminium, whereas the springs are made of steel. All this is combined with Skyhook shock absorbers with constant adjustment and an anti-roll bar.

The system’s quadrilateral architecture has enabled the dedicated handling team at Maserati to develop precise, comfortable steering with direct feedback.

The rear suspension adopts a five-arm multilink system, equipped with four aluminium suspension arms. On the one hand, this ensures exceptional comfort; on the other, extreme sports performance.

The suspension package also uses anti-roll bars and steel springs cushioned by the Skyhook adaptive damping system, one of the hallmarks of the Quattroporte in this new, faster and more precise version. The four Skyhook shock absorbers can be controlled independently and electronically. The Skyhook system prioritises comfort, although all you need to do to achieve greater sportiness and dynamism is press the suspension button, never mind the “Sport” one. Developed in extreme testing conditions and on tracks, this further option for adjustment transforms the handling of the Quattroporte. Essentially, it drastically reduces longitudinal and lateral load transfers and minimises body roll, to prioritise the car’s more dynamic character.

Electric Power Steering (EPS)
The inclusion of Electric Power Steering (EPS) in the Quattroporte range guarantees an improvement in the car’s handling and comfort. It provides better support for the selectable driving modes and enables the new advanced driver assistance systems, available as an option on the Quattroporte.  

Equipped with an electronically controlled actuator mounted on the rack-and-pinion steering, the EPS is simple and lightweight, requires little maintenance, lends itself to precise adjustments and has no impact on the engine’s power. Whilst maintaining the exceptional handling typical of every Maserati, it offers improved comfort in parking manoeuvres and at low speed, as well as better cushioning of road surface roughness.

Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) improves performance and reliability, using the latest technologies. The braking system with rear floating calipers now comes with new Motor on Caliper (MoC) technology by Continental. In the dual-cast disc braking system on the Quattroporte S Q4 and GTS, an additional EPB brake caliper has been added to the rear discs. 

Integrated Vehicle Control (IVC) and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
The IVC function has been built into the MSP to improve active safety and driving dynamics, whereas the optional active ADAS systems offer level 2 autonomous driving.

Developed in collaboration with Bosch, the Integrated Vehicle Control (IVC) system prevents – rather than merely correcting – errors that result in loss of control of the car, thus improving active safety and driving dynamics. As a result, it also guarantees unique performance and emotions behind the wheel.

IVC uses an effective "feed-forward" control system that predicts driving situations and adapts the braking system and engine in advance. The system intervenes more smoothly and quietly than the conventional Electronic Stability Program (ESP), improves car balancing and traction in extreme dynamic conditions, and uses smart torque vectoring to fully optimize lateral dynamics even when the MSP is deactivated. In dynamic test manoeuvres (e.g. slalom and lane change), IVC showed a higher ramp speed and faster lap times on the circuit.

Maserati Stability Program (MSP)
Developed through the most extreme testing, the MSP uses various detection sensors to trigger prompt action. In the event of slippage, the system reduces engine torque and can apply the brakes with extremely precision, to restore stability within a few milliseconds. In addition to IVC, various other subsystems are built into the MSP: Antilock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) electronically controlled brake splitter; Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) traction control; Motor Spin Regulator (MSR) engine torque control, which prevents the drive wheels from locking when travelling uphill in low-grip conditions; during climbs in low-grip conditions, the Brake Assist System (BAS) emergency braking system.

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) – such as Highway Assist, Active Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist – represent an important step towards semi-autonomous driving. The optional ADAS package also includes the efficient Traffic Sign Recognition system.

Although ADAS are valuable assets to ensure a safer driving experience, Maserati also remains faithful to its core philosophy as a manufacturer of race-bred grand touring cars with superior dynamics, capable of offering an unparalleled driving experience. The introduction of the new package of active ADAS makes the Quattroporte even safer in different traffic conditions, but the driver must always maintain total control over the car.

Highway Assist:  a “hands-on” function (the driver must always maintain control of the car), it can be used on motorways and main roads at speeds up to 145 km/h with the Adaptive Cruise Control system activated: it reduces driver fatigue and consequently enhances active safety by allowing the car to keep itself in the middle of the lane and to adapt its pre-selected speed fully independently.

The system employs a radar unit, a forward-facing camera and works with the EPS to control the direction of the car. The multi-function camera detects horizontal road markings and calculates the distance and speed of the vehicle in front. Highway Assist includes a radio that provides road information, and a “hands-on” system to detect whether the driver’s hands remain on the steering wheel. The driver can override the system at any time.

Lane Keeping Assist (LKA): keeps the car in the middle of the lane, taking direct action on the EPS and providing a notification of the situation on the instrument panel display. When the visual and haptic signals box is checked on the touchscreen display, the LKA system intervenes with a manoeuvre to correct the steering.

The LKA uses a forward-facing camera – to detect the lane markings and determine the car’s position – and a radar to process the data. The system operates at speeds between 60 km/h and 180 km/h and is deactivated when the direction indicators are switched on.

Active Blind Spot Assist (ABSA): a system aimed at preventing collisions when changing lanes, using two radar sensors that monitor blind spots. As well as emitting a visual and acoustic signal, ABSA can communicate with the EPS to act on the steering torque and prevent possible collisions.

Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)*: essentially prevents the car from travelling at too high a speed, by sending to the instrument cluster real-time information on the speed limit for the stretch of road you are driving along. The TSR system identifies the speed limit in specific conditions (rain, fog, certain hours of the day) and uses the satnav map data to notify the driver if some of the road signs are missing, not visible or cannot be recognised by the camera.

* System available in specific markets

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go function: when active (from 30 to 210 km/h), ACC constantly controls the space between the Quattroporte and the vehicle in front, maintaining a pre-determined distance. In a traffic jam or if there is another vehicle in front, the system reduces speed by acting on the brakes. The Stop & Go function adjusts the car’s speed to match the vehicle in front until it comes to a complete stop, then automatically starts again if it has stopped for less than two seconds.

Forward Collision Warning Plus (FCW Plus): the FCW Plus system monitors vehicles in front using a camera. A visual and acoustic signal warns the driver when there is a risk of rear-end collision.

Advanced Brake Assist (ABA): If the driver brakes but not sufficiently to avoid an impact, the sophisticated ABA system will apply more pressure to the braking system.

Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB): an active system designed to prevent an imminent collision or cushion its impact.  Collision risks are detected by the ACC radar and a front-mounted camera. An audible and visual alarm warns the driver that they need to start braking. If the driver takes no action, the system automatically brakes, to slow down the car and minimise the impact.

Rear camera with dynamic grid
Positioned above the number plate, the camera is automatically activated when reversing, to show the area behind the car on the new high-resolution 8.4” display. This camera uses rear parking sensors to warn the driver of objects and obstacles in the road, using both acoustic and visual signals. The dynamic grids display the car’s maximum width and project its trajectory according to the steering angle.

Optional Surround View camera
The Surround View camera system consists of a total of four cameras (two on the side, mounted under the exterior mirrors, one forward-facing and one rear-facing) and projects a clear 360° view of the car from above onto the high-resolution display. The system can be activated automatically when reversing or can be switched on manually by tapping the special button on the 8.4” display. Five different viewing angles are available. It also provides a notification when the doors are open, and displays guidelines for parking.

Rear Cross Path
This feature is designed to help the driver reverse out of a car park, when oncoming vehicles can be invisible. Using sensors mounted on either side of the rear bumper, the system detects the presence of vehicles or objects heading towards the car at speeds from a minimum of 1 km/h to a maximum of approximately 16 km/h.

Passive safety
The passive safety specifications of the Quattroporte have been carefully revised to make the car safer with no impact on weight or fuel consumption.

Maserati has addressed these requirements by using hot-worked steel in critical areas of the passenger compartment to increase occupant safety, and aluminium in less critical areas to save weight.

Specifically, the front of the passenger compartment (pillars and under-door mouldings) includes components made of hot-worked steel, with a magnesium dashboard crossbar to save weight, whereas high-strength steel is used to make the rear part more rigid. The anti-intrusion bars at the front and rear of the car are made of extruded aluminium, whilst the doors and bonnet are made of aluminium.

The Quattroporte is equipped with six airbags for maximum occupant safety. In the front, the dual-stage airbags are hidden inside the steering wheel and dashboard, and protect the head in the event of a frontal impact.

The driver’s and front passenger’s chest and pelvis are further protected by the side airbags, housed under the leather seat upholstery. The sides of the head are protected by two curtain airbags mounted in the roof of the car, near the central pillar. Curtain airbags protect the heads of the front and rear occupants from side impacts.

Model development
Rigorous testing and cutting-edge manufacturing

The Quattroporte is produced at the Avv. Giovanni Agnelli Plant (AGAP) in Grugliasco, near Turin. The plant boasts state-of-the-art technology and manufacturing processes in line with the highest quality standards in the automotive industry.

Every single Quattroporte that leaves the production line undergoes a series of quality checks and a 40 km road test before delivery to the customer.

Rigorous process controls:

• Four in the Body-in-White stages
• Three in the paint shop
• Four during assembly
• Plus additional torque wheel, water and electronics tests
• Over 700 quality checks on every car produced
• Final 30-minute quality control before delivery to the customer

During the development of the new flagship, a lengthy set of rigorous reliability tests was also carried out, structured as follows:

• Over 6 million km of testing
• A fleet of more than 90 Quattroporte prototypes
• Hundreds of thousands of km of additional testing to validate each change
• Durability, quality and noise tests for each individual component
• Testing in conditions of extreme heat in South Africa and Morocco
• Testing in conditions of extreme cold in Sweden and New Zealand

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS