The current, sixth-generation Maserati Quattroporte has been in production since 2012 and has already been updated once in 2016.
Still, the Italian carmaker wants to keep the Quattroporte as competitive as possible, at least until the all-new model arrives in a few years’ time. The solution is yet another update, one that will add new light graphics and better interior tech, among others.
Visually, we expect new head- and taillights, a different grille and redesigned bumpers – a similar approach to the one implemented recently on the Ghibli.
The biggest tweaks should take place inside, where the Quattroporte is set to receive Maserati’s latest infotainment system with a 10.1-inch screen and possibly even a fully digital instrument cluster – a previously-seen prototype was spotted wearing analogue dials, but it would seem odd for Maserati to keep those on for another few years.
We can also expect an updated engine range, which might include the 2.0-liter four-cylinder mild hybrid unit launched in the Ghibli Hybrid, although 330 HP and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque don’t sound like much if we’re talking about the Quattroporte, a nearly two tonne car.
What we do know is coming for sure is a flagship Quattroporte Trofeo model is coming next month powered by either a twin turbo V8 or possibly even a V6.
Even though Maserati is unveiling the updated Quattroporte this year hoping to keep it relevant, we wouldn’t expect its fortunes to change drastically until an all-new model arrives.