2018 Maserati Quattroporte GTS launched in India, with two distinct trims GranLusso and GranSport.
Maserati India has launched the new 2018 Maserati Quattroporte GTS the fastest luxury sedan offering in the world from the Italian luxury carmaker in the Indian market.
First showcased at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show, the restyled Quattroporte GTS represents the quintessence of Italian sport sedans and the success legacy that started in 2013 with an additional choice of two unique trim options: GranLusso and GranSport.
100 km/h in a breathtaking 4.7 seconds and power to a top speed of 310 km/h
The flagship Quattroporte is fitted to the GTS version 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 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 engine is mated to an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission with an auto-adaptive software, which modifies the transmission shift patterns according to driving style, for truly one-to-one driving experience.
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.
Music to your ears with choice of 2 audio systems
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.
The Trims – GranLusso & GranSport
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.
Whereas, the GranSport trim focuses more squarely on dynamic style. This features boldly sculpted angles for the central front and side intakes, and a lower section equipped with aerodynamic splitters. The centre spoiler and side inserts, meanwhile, are finished in Black Piano. The GranSport trim option is also offered with the optional Exterior Carbon Package. This features carbon finishing for the exterior door mirrors, door handles and B-pillar cover plus the profile of the front bumper.
Price
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 INR 2.7 Cr (Ex-showroom Delhi) based on customization.
Maserati sells 5 models in the Indian market which are – Ghilbi, Levante, Quattroporte, GranTurismo and GranCabrio.
