Exploring the Maserati Brand: A Review of the Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Levante
As a car enthusiast, I am always on the lookout for new brands to explore and add to my list of favorites. However, there are a few car brands that I want to like but inevitably find myself being disappointed in. Maserati is right at the front of this list. Despite being disappointed by the Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Levante, I keep going back to the well, hoping for something to change. In this review, I will explore my experiences with these three Maserati models and share my thoughts on what makes them fall short.
The Maserati Ghibli
Let’s start with the Maserati Ghibli. This luxury sports sedan is marketed as a more affordable option compared to its competitors, such as the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. However, in my opinion, the Ghibli falls short in several areas.
Firstly, the interior of the Ghibli feels cheap and lacks the premium feel that you would expect from a luxury car. The materials used are not up to par with its competitors, and the infotainment system is outdated and clunky to use.
Secondly, the driving experience of the Ghibli is underwhelming. The handling is not as sharp as you would expect from a sports sedan, and the ride quality is rough and uncomfortable. The engine also lacks the power and refinement that you would expect from a luxury car in this price range.
Overall, while the Maserati Ghibli may be more affordable than its competitors, it falls short in several key areas that make it difficult to recommend.
The Maserati Quattroporte
Moving on to the Maserati Quattroporte, this luxury sedan is marketed as a flagship model for the brand. However, in my experience, it falls short in several areas.
Firstly, the interior of the Quattroporte suffers from the same issues as the Ghibli. The materials used feel cheap, and the infotainment system is outdated and clunky to use. Additionally, the rear seats are cramped and uncomfortable, which is surprising for a car in this price range.
Secondly, the driving experience of the Quattroporte is also underwhelming. While it does offer a more comfortable ride than the Ghibli, it still lacks the handling and performance that you would expect from a flagship luxury sedan. The engine also lacks the refinement and power that you would expect from a car in this price range.
Overall, while the Maserati Quattroporte may be marketed as a flagship luxury sedan, it falls short in several key areas that make it difficult to recommend.
The Maserati Levante
Finally, let’s take a look at the Maserati Levante. This luxury SUV is marketed as a sporty alternative to its competitors, such as the Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5. However, in my experience, it falls short in several areas.
Firstly, the interior of the Levante suffers from the same issues as the Ghibli and Quattroporte. The materials used feel cheap, and the infotainment system is outdated and clunky to use. Additionally, the rear seats are cramped and uncomfortable, which is surprising for an SUV in this price range.
Secondly, the driving experience of the Levante is also underwhelming. While it does offer a more comfortable ride than the Ghibli and Quattroporte, it still lacks the handling and performance that you would expect from a sporty luxury SUV. The engine also lacks the refinement and power that you would expect from a car in this price range.
Overall, while the Maserati Levante may be marketed as a sporty luxury SUV, it falls short in several key areas that make it difficult to recommend.
Conclusion
In conclusion, my experiences with the Maserati Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Levante have left me disappointed. While each of these models has its own unique selling points, they all fall short in several key areas that make them difficult to recommend. The interiors feel cheap, the infotainment systems are outdated and clunky to use, and the driving experiences lack the handling and performance that you would expect from luxury cars in this price range.
While I keep going back to the well, hoping for something to change, I have yet to find a Maserati model that lives up to my expectations. Perhaps in the future, Maserati will make the necessary improvements to their models to make them more competitive in the luxury car market. Until then, I will continue my search for a brand that truly captures my heart and meets my expectations.
