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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $135,200 |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 4375 |
| City (MPG) | 11 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 18 |
| Horsepower | 433@7100 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 361@4750 |
| Wheelbase | 120.6 |
| Length (in.) | 200.7 |
| Width (in.) | 80.9 |
| Height (in.) | 56.6 |
In honor of the 70th anniversary of Maserati's first Indianapolis 500 win, the automaker launched a special edition of the Quattroporte full-size luxury sedan at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Compared with the standard Quattroporte S, the Quattroporte Sport GT S features an upgrade to 433 horsepower, a tuned suspension, a sports exhaust and styling modifications.
Maserati says that remapping the engine delivers 433 horsepower, a boost of eight ponies over the 425-horse Quattroporte S. The transmission software for the six-speed automatic gearbox has been reprogrammed to allow for faster shifts, as well.
To allow this sexy sedan handle the power bump, Maserati stiffened the springs and lowered the ride height and, to provide what Maserati calls a "deep, throaty sound," the GT S features a sports-exhaust.
Not that it is a priority for many buyers in this segment, but it's at least worth noting that the Sport GT S returns 11 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway.
The seats have a stylized M repeated on the seat backs - a design element repeated at the top of the dash and in the front grille. The central sections of the seats are upholstered in perforated Alcantara suede, for optimal breathability and better grip during hard cornering; Alcantara is also used on the door side panels, the front armrest, the steering wheel and the gear lever knob.
The interior finishes on the Sport GT S are what the automaker is referring to as a "celebration of technology and workmanship." The material used is TitanTex, an ultra-lightweight aluminum-coated titanium fiber fabric, made even more special by specific processing, which gives the material a high-tech, high-performance look, as well as a shinier, more three-dimensional overall appearance.
The transmission shift paddles, integrated with the steering column, have a decorative chromed finish and are also longer in shape, aimed at helping to provide a good grip even when the steering wheel is turned.
Aluminum pedals are available as optional equipment. Specially designed for high-performance driving, they provide outstanding grip for quick and precise movements on the brake and accelerator pedals.
The standard dual-zone climate control is a forgone conclusion compared to the state of the art Bose multimedia system. The sound system features a hard-drive based satellite navigation system, a CD player, an iPod connection, a 30GB hard disk for storing mp3 files, satellite radio, voice control, Bluetooth connection, and a USB/AUX-in connection that doubles as a USB reader.
Traction control, stability control, anti-lock brakes, brake force distribution, and anti-slip regulation systems are only the beginning of the safety and handling features the Quattroporte S brings to the table.
An electronically controlled 'Sky hook' suspension automatically and continuously adjusts the road surface and your driving style. The gearbox was designed by the German transmission specialists at ZF. A state-of-the-art automatic with a manual shift gate and paddle shifters is mated to the monster under the hood, providing one of the greatest European driving experiences possible.
Outside, the Quattroporte GT S gets red accents, new headlamps in a metallic titanium finish and shadow-line finishing. GT S buyers are treated to new Alcantara and leather-covered seats an titanium-colored Titanex composite trim inside.
Occupant Safety
Besides a contingent of air bags, including front, side and side curtain units, the Quattroporte Sport GT s is outfitted with traction and stability control systems in addition to ABS.
Key Competitors
The closest rivals to the Quattroporte GT S are the Jaguar XJ and, on the high end of the price spectrum, the Aston Martin Rapide; all three share an emphasis on unique, head-turning styling as well as stirring handling and performance. More conservative (though still speedy and well-designed) options exist in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, the BMW 7-Series and the Audi A8.
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- General
- Body Style: Sedan
- Size: Fullsize
- Market Segment: Luxury
- Weight: 4375 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 200.7 in.
- Width: 80.9 in.
- Height: 56.6 in.
- Wheelbase: 120.6 in.
- Ground Clearance: TBD
- Front Track: 62.3 in.
- Rear Track: 62.8 in.
- Weight Distribution: 49/51
- Drag Coefficient: TBD
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: TBD
- Cargo Volume: 15.0 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: TBD
- Head Room: TBD
- Shoulder Room: TBD
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: TBD
- Head Room: TBD
- Shoulder Room: TBD
- Hip Room: TBD
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 4.7L V8
- Power: 433 hp @ 7100 rpm
- Torque: 361 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
- Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
- Highway Fuel Economy: 18 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 11 mpg
- Forced Induction: None
- Direct Injection: No
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- Chassis
- Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
- Rear Suspension: Double Wishbone
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- Wheels
- Front: 20" Aluminum
- Front Tires: P245/35ZR20
- Rear: 20" Aluminum
- Rear Tires: P285/30ZR20
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- Trailer Weight: TBD
- Payload: N/A
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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