With the Levantea new wind is blowing through the SUV segment,guaranteeing the passion, the flair and the exclusivity that have distinguished all Maserati models for over a century.
-Unparalleled design combined with abundant space
-Unique on-road drivability and competitive off-road capabilities
-Best-in-class on-road handling in “sport” mode
-Outstanding handling on snow and ice
-Leading off-road comfort
-100% Made in Italy
The Maserati Levante is a turning point in Maserati’s history. The brand new model, which madeits world premiere at the 2016 Geneva Motor Show, enables the Trident to access the largest luxury segment in the world. The Levante significantly contributes to the creation of the most complete product line-up in Maserati’s history.
The Levante is an opportunity to further boost the development of a brand that grew from less than 7,000 units in 2012 to 36,000 in 2014. The Levante is the key model that will enable Maserati to reach its challenging sales target of 70,000 units in 2018.
The Levante name was inspired by a warm, Mediterranean wind that can change from mild to gale force in an instant, mirroring the character of the first Maserati SUV.
The Levante is based on the evolution of the sedan platform, designed exclusively by Maserati. The car chassis hasbeen specifically developed to offer unique on-road drivability and competitive off-road capability, with day-to-day comfort and practicality. The top-notch Italian SUV was conceived around three main pillars: design, exclusivity and performance. It represents the optimum blend of these three elements in the SUV world.
The Levante’s design is distinctive and attractive, embracing the most valuable aesthetic elements of Italian style. A central asset, its design brings a new concept to the SUV world, combining spaciousness and coupé lines while achieving the best aerodynamic efficiency in its segment with a Cx coefficient of just 0.31.
Its exclusivity stems from technical features like air suspension and the Q4 intelligent all-wheel drivesystem, which come as standard equipment, and the high level of customization that includes two cutting-edge packages, Sport and Luxury. The result is a driving experience that is as unique as the Maserati brand and its customers.
The thoroughbred on-road handling typical of all Maserati cars and solid off-road capabilities, as demanded in the SUV segment, describe the car’s overall dynamic. The Levante is here to excite any sports car driver counting on performance-oriented features, such as theextensive use of lightweight materials, ideal 50:50 weight distribution and its lowest-in-class center of gravity. These features deliver unparalleled agility in the luxury SUV class.
The aluminium “double wishbone front-five link rear” suspension layout comprises standard air springs and electronically controlled Skyhook shock absorbers. In cooperation with the Q4 intelligent all-wheel drive system and the newly introduced Torque Vectoring system that deliver GT on-road behavior and surprising—for a Maserati—off-road capabilities: The Levante was designed to deliver best-in-class comfort on rough roads and superb handling on snow and ice.
On a par with this, the off-road equipment completes a product made to surprise avid travelers and adventure lovers as well.
Engine-wise, the Levante is equipped with the latest evolution of the Maserati 3.0-liter V6 engines. The two versions of the twin-turbo engine are acclaimed for their unique Maserati signature sound and for their exceptional performance.
The gasoline Maserati V6 engine with latest GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection) and twin turbochargers is available in two versions with different horsepower: the top of the range,Levante S, delivers 424hp and the exciting Levante delivers 345 hp. The most powerful Levantesprints to 60mph in 5.0 seconds and has a top speed of 164 mph (best in segment), while the figures for the 345hp version are 5.8 seconds and 156mph, respectively.
Both versions of the Maserati Levante adopt the eight-speed automatic ZF gearbox that provides seamless comfort and fast gear shifting, depending on the selected drive mode. The Levante driver can choose between four drive modes, “Normal”, I.C.E., “Sport” and “Off-road”. Each one constitutes a distinct car character, intelligently altering engine, transmission, suspension and electronics features.
The Levante introduces several innovations to the current Maserati line-up; from safety to convenience options andextendingto the brand new Human Machine Interface (HMI) and the dedicated cargo solutions. The range of equipment options is wider and more complete than ever.
The Levante has entered the SUV segment with a marked advantage in terms of new content. Innovative standard and optional features of the car include: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function;Forward Collision Warning and Brake Assist System; Lane Departure Warning; Surround View camera; capacitive 8.4-inch Touch Screen display with brand new rotary control.Plus the AHA function, an addition to the Maserati Touch Control Plus that extends the AM, FM and digital radio with a network-connection option; the AHA function dialogues with the user's network-connected mobile device to give access to on-line services (radio stations, programs, etc.) while on the move.
A new state-of-the-art production line was set up exclusively for the Levante in the historic Mirafiori plant, where high quality standards in every area, from design to development and from process controls to fabrication, are applied in full.
Maserati’s 100-year tradition of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology guarantees outstanding quality right down to tiniest details.