Overview of popular models and versions of the Maserati Quattroporte 1963-present

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In the early 1960s, Giulio Alfieri began work on a completely new project that would later be considered a revolutionary concept in the world of high-performance automobiles. The result was the Maserati Quattroporte, which means "four doors" in Italian. First launched in 1963, the Quattroporte combined the characteristics of a high-performance sports car with those of a luxury sedan.

Review of the Maserati Quattroporte 1963-present

Maserati Quattroporte I 1963 review

The new Quattroporte became the fastest four-door production car of its time, reaching a top speed of 143 mph. The exterior design was created by the talented stylist Pietro Frua and was inspired by his previous creation, the Maserati 5000GT. The body was made by Vignale. In contrast to the traditional tubular frame, the Quattroporte uses a modern monocoque structure made of sheet steel with box section rails. The heart of the car is a 4.2-liter V8 engine borrowed from the 5000GT model. In addition, seven examples were produced with a more powerful 4.7-liter engine.

In 1966, the Maserati Quattroporte underwent a series of improvements and a slight restyling. Double round headlights, previously only fitted to cars for the American market, became standard on all Quattroporte, replacing the single rectangular headlights of the first series. The De Dion-type rear suspension gave way to a more traditional design with a rigid rear axle on leaf springs, borrowed from the Mistral model.

Most of the second series Quattroporte I were equipped with a standard 4.2-liter V8 engine, but 64 cars received an enlarged 4.7-liter unit. In addition, two unique examples were equipped with an even larger 4.9-liter engine.

Maserati Quattroporte II 1975 review

The Quattroporte II was created at a challenging time in the brand's history, yet it retained the characteristics of a Maserati luxury sedan. Although the technical affinity with the Citroën SM was obvious, the Quattroporte II managed to bring unique innovations such as front-wheel drive and hydropneumatic suspension to the luxury car segment, demonstrating Maserati's ability to adapt and experiment even in the face of uncertainty.

The car was characterized by a high level of comfort, rich equipment and excellent driving smoothness. The body design, developed by the Bertone atelier, was modern and elegant, and the build quality was very high. Despite all these advantages, only 12 Quattroporte II were produced during the three years of production.

Maserati Quattroporte III 1979 review

The third generation of the Maserati Quattroporte luxury sedan has more than made up for the failure of the previous Quattroporte II model. The new car once again features Maserati's signature V8 engine and rear-wheel drive, while its mechanical components are borrowed from the Kyalami sports car. The Quattroporte III's stunning bodywork was designed by the talented Giorgetto Giugiaro. The steel bodyshells were manufactured at the Innocenti plant near Milan and then transported to Modena for final assembly. When the Quattroporte III went on sale in 1979, it was an instant commercial success. In 1987, a redesigned version called the Quattroporte Royale was introduced, offering an updated interior and a more powerful 4.9-liter engine. Production of the third generation Quattroporte lasted until 1990, during which time 2,145 units were produced.

Maserati Quattroporte IV 1994 review

The Quattroporte IV was launched in 1994. It was powered by a V6 engine from the Maserati Ghibli, developed in collaboration with Ferrari. The V6 was available in two versions: 2.0L turbocharged with 287 hp and 2.8L turbocharged with 284 hp. The Quattroporte IV had a six-speed manual transmission, and later a four-speed automatic transmission was available. The body was designed by Marcello Gandini and manufactured by Maggiora of Moncalieri.

The updated Quattroporte Evoluzione of 1998 was the result of a complete revision of the production process and the redesign of hundreds of components to improve quality. Thanks to a thorough review and improvement of the production process, the updated Quattroporte Evoluzione was able to deliver not only outstanding performance, but also improved reliability to meet the high standards of the Maserati brand.

Maserati Quattroporte V 2003 review

The Quattroporte V was unveiled at the 2003 Frankfurt Motor Show. It was equipped with a 4.2 liter V8 engine with 400 hp. The engine was developed by Ferrari and manufactured at the Ferrari factory in Maranello. The car had rear-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. The body was designed by Pininfarina. The Quattroporte V was available in a standard and an extended version. The extended version had a 200 mm longer wheelbase and was 50 mm higher than the standard version. The Quattroporte V was very successful and became the best-selling Quattroporte in history.

The Maserati Quattroporte V is a car that offers real driving pleasure thanks to its powerful engine. At the same time, it offers an unrivalled level of comfort and luxury in its spacious interior.
The Quattroporte V harmoniously combines the best features of a luxury sedan and a dynamic sports car. The Quattroporte's interior is spacious and refined, offering passengers the highest level of comfort on the road.

The Maserati Quattroporte V is the perfect choice for those who appreciate speed and handling as well as luxury and comfort. This is a car that allows you to enjoy every moment behind the wheel.

Maserati Quattroporte VI 2013 review

A significant step forward in the evolution of Maserati's flagship luxury sedan is the sixth generation Quattroporte, introduced in 2013. This generation of the Maserati Quattroporte features significant enhancements and innovations that take the model to new levels of luxury and performance. With its meticulously crafted design, advanced technology and unrivalled craftsmanship, the sixth generation Quattroporte reinforces Maserati's position as a leading manufacturer of premium luxury vehicles. The introduction of this generation marks an important milestone in the history of the Maserati Quattroporte and underlines the brand's continued commitment to creating exceptional vehicles that combine elegance, performance and unrivalled Italian craftsmanship.

The sixth generation Quattroporte VI was launched in 2013. It was powered by a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine producing 523 horsepower. The engine was designed by Maserati and manufactured by Ferrari. The car had four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The body was designed by the Maserati Style Center under the direction of Marco Tenkone. The Quattroporte VI was available in a standard and an extended version. The extended version had a 200 mm longer wheelbase and was 50 mm higher than the standard version.

Technical characteristics, Models and versions of the Maserati Quattroporte

Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte I (AM107, 1963–1969)

The 1st generation Maserati Quattroporte is a luxury car produced from 1963 to 1969. It was designed by the famous car designer Pietro Frua. The Quattroporte had a front engine, rear wheel drive layout.

The car was equipped with two engine options - 4.1 liter V8 and 4.7 liter V8. The transmission was a 5-speed manual or a 3-speed automatic. The wheelbase of the Quattroporte was 2750 mm, length - 5000 mm, width - 1720 mm and height - 1360 mm. The curb weight of the car was 1757 kg.

Among the owners of the 1st generation Maserati Quattroporte were such celebrities as actors Peter Sellers and Anthony Quinn. An interesting fact is that the body of the car was handmade by highly skilled Vignale craftsmen.

The Quattroporte was produced in two versions - Quattroporte 4200 and Quattroporte 4700, which differed in engine size. This luxury sedan became a true legend in the automotive world and laid the foundation for the evolution of the Quattroporte line.

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Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte II (AM123, 1974–1978)

The 2nd generation Quattroporte is a unique car that was created during Maserati's ownership of the French automaker Citroën. Production of this model lasted from 1976 to 1978.

The design of the 2nd generation Quattroporte was developed by the famous Italian designer Marcello Gandini. The car had a front-wheel drive layout with the engine located in the front center. The platform was borrowed from the Citroën SM model.

Under the hood of the 2nd generation Quattroporte was a 3.0 liter V6 gasoline engine of the Tipo AM 114.56.30 series. Power was transmitted to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.

The dimensions of the 2nd generation Quattroporte were as follows: length - 5130 mm, width - 1870 mm, height - 1400 mm. The wheelbase was 3070 mm. The curb weight of the car was 1732 kg.

An interesting fact is that the 2nd generation Quattroporte was equipped with a unique hydropneumatic suspension borrowed from the Citroën SM. This gave the car an unsurpassed driving comfort.

The exact production numbers of the 2nd generation Quattroporte are still being debated, but experts estimate that only 13 units of this model were produced. This makes the 2nd generation Quattroporte one of the rarest Maserati cars in the brand's history.

Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte III/Royale (AM330, 1979–1990)

The 3rd generation Maserati Quattroporte, also known as the Maserati 4porte and Maserati Royale, was produced from 1979 to 1990. The design of this front-engine, rear-wheel-drive car was developed by Giorgetto Giugiaro.

The Quattroporte was available with two engine options - 4.2 liter V8 and 4.9 liter V8. The transmission was a 5-speed manual or a 3-speed automatic. The wheelbase was 2800 mm, length - 4910 mm, width - 1890 mm and height - 1385 mm. The curb weight of the car was 1780 kg.

The model was available in the standard version Quattroporte 4200, as well as in the exclusive Royale version (Quattroporte 4900). The Quattroporte Royale was characterized by an extended wheelbase, armored protection and an increased level of luxury, making it a limousine-like vehicle. This special version was used by Italian presidents as their official car.

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Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte IV (AM337 1994–2001)

The 4th generation Maserati Quattroporte is a luxury sports sedan that was produced from 1994 to 2001. The car was designed by the famous designer Marcello Gandini and was based on the Maserati Biturbo platform. The Quattroporte had a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout.

Under the hood, the Quattroporte was powered by powerful twin-turbocharged V6 and V8 engines, which it shared with Ferrari models of the era. Available were the 2.0-liter AM573 twin-turbo V6, the 2.8-liter AM574 twin-turbo V6, and the 3.2-liter AM578 twin-turbo V8. Transmissions included a 6-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

The dimensions of the Quattroporte were impressive: wheelbase - 2650 mm, length - 4550 mm, width - 1810 mm and height - 1380 mm. The curb weight of the car was between 1543 and 1675 kg, depending on the configuration.

In 1998, the limited edition "Evoluzione" was introduced, a rare performance-oriented version. It received updated power, improved suspension and interior upgrades.

During production, the 4th generation Quattroporte was offered in several variants: Seicilindri 2.0 (1994-1998), Seicilindri 2.8 (1994-1998), V6 Evoluzione 2.8 (1998-2001), Ottocilindri 3.2 (1996-1998) and V8 Evoluzione 3.2 (1998-2001).

With its combination of luxury, performance and striking design, the 4th generation Maserati Quattroporte became an iconic car of its time and laid the foundation for future generations of this legendary model.

Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte V (M139, 2003–2012)

The 5th generation Quattroporte is a luxury sedan from the Italian manufacturer Maserati, produced from 2003 to 2012. The car was designed by Ken Okuyama, giving it an elegant and sophisticated look.

Due to the increased size compared to previous generations, the Quattroporte received a more spacious and comfortable interior. The car was 5052 mm long, 1895 mm wide and varied in height from 1423 to 1438 mm depending on the version. The wheelbase was 3064 mm.

The heart of the Quattroporte was a powerful 4.2 or 4.7 liter V8 engine developed in collaboration with Ferrari. It not only provided impressive dynamics, but also a magical sound that enchanted the brand's fans. The engine was paired with a 6-speed manual or automatic ZF 6HP26 transmission.

During production, the 5th generation Quattroporte was available in several variants: DuoSelect (2003-2008), Automatica (2007-2008), Sport GT S (2007-2008), Quattroporte (2008-2012), S (2008-2012), S (2012), Sport GT S (2008-2012) and Sport GT S (2012). Each version had its own specific equipment and personalization options.

The weight of the car, depending on the modification, ranged from 1930 to 1990 kg. The layout of the Quattroporte was classic for sports sedans: the engine was located in the front in the middle and the drive was transferred to the rear wheels. The car's platform was based on the Maserati M139 serial number.

Technical characteristics of the Maserati Quattroporte VI (M156, 2013–present)

The 6th generation Maserati Quattroporte is a luxury sports sedan that has been produced in Italy since 2013. The car was designed by the talented Lorenzo Ramaciotti.

The Quattroporte is based on the Maserati M156 platform with front engine and rear or all-wheel drive. This generation marked the transition to turbocharged engines for all versions of the model. Initially, a 3.0-liter petrol V6 (F160) and a 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 (F154) were offered. Later, a 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 (VM A630 hp) was introduced. Recently, a hybrid version was added to the range.

Power is transmitted to the wheels via an 8-speed ZF automatic transmission. To improve traction and the ability to drive in all weather conditions, Maserati has equipped the Quattroporte with the Q4 intelligent four-wheel drive system.

The car has a wheelbase of 3171 mm, a length of 5262 mm, a width of 1948 mm and a height of 1481 mm. Depending on the version, the curb weight is between 1860 and 1925 kg.

The Maserati Quattroporte range includes the basic Quattroporte, the Quattroporte S, the Quattroporte S Q4, the Quattroporte GTS, the sporty Quattroporte Trofeo and the economical Quattroporte Diesel. For 2018, the Quattroporte S and S Q4 sedans have been updated.

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