What’s Changed with the Maserati Quattroporte

The Maserati Quattroporte has evolved a lot since appearing in 1963, but most critics agree that the current model surpasses all predecessors. Produced by the esteemed Italian car manufacturer, the Quattroporte has consistently been among the top luxury sedans, and the newest generation is no exception. Leaving behind the boxy, almost harsh design of the first models, the fifth generation Quattroporte retains the brilliant handling and fierce power that has always been a standard of the brand.

The “Maserati Quattroporte” name sounds sexier than it actually is, which seems to be the case with all Italian words. The literal translation is “four door,” a fact that has always defined the car. This four-door sedan, though, used to be as blocky as its translation, and only with the newest generation (released in 2004) did the Quattroporte become as elegant as it sounds in Italian. The newest models only aim for sleekness, with curves and subtle trim that accentuate the speed and power under their graceful hoods.

The change wasn’t just about image, though. The newest models of the Maserati Quattroporte outperform their predecessors in power and quality. Operating with a Ferrari engine, they’re as close to a Ferrari sedan as anyone could ever hope to find. Additionally, their engineers have finally tackled and remedied the uneven shifting of past automatic models. Elegant trim now becomes standard, but buyers can customize their leather and interiors more than ever before. While always a favorite choice for car aficionados who love driving and Italian character, the newest Quattroportes appeal to a wider audience, finally excelling in look and performance.