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New Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S

19th May 2009 Print
Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S The new Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S sets another milestone in the high performance luxury saloon segment. Conceived and developed as “a real driving machine in the guise of a luxury saloon”, the Quattroporte Sport GT S is the ultimate expression of Maserati’s sportiness in the Quattroporte range.

The uniqueness of the car in its segment is denoted by some important features.

First of all, it is the only car in its segment that truly offers sporty handling thanks to a suspension set-up which further enhances the Quattroporte’s already optimal dynamic balance. The new Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S is targeted at those customers who demand the unparalleled handling of a thoroughbred sports car even in a luxury saloon.

Secondly, it features the latest evolution of sporty automatic gear-shifting software, designed to win over committed and demanding drivers, seeking an exciting driving experience.

Last but not least, it is the only saloon in its segment with a sports exhaust which, by means of the “Sport” button, makes it possible to deploy the full power of the engine and produce a deeply enveloping and throaty exhaust note.

Powertrain overview

The technical changes to the new Quattroporte Sport GT S compared with the Quattroporte S concern four areas: the engine mapping, the gearshift management software, the suspension set-up and the exhaust system.

V8 4.7 litre engine power is increased to 323kW (440 HP) thanks to the adoption of a sports exhaust system that allows the vehicle’s power to be fully exploited;

specific gear-shifting software with new features designed to increase driving enjoyment;

front and rear suspension featuring single-rate dampers, stiffer springs and lower ride height;

sports exhaust controlled by pneumatic valves for a deep, throaty and captivating sound enhanced by large twin-oval tailpipes.

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