Maserati reveals hardcore Trofeo Ghibli and Quattroporte sedans

The Levante Trofeo (middle) is joined by the Quattroporte (left) and Ghibli. Photo: Maserati

After launching the powerful Levante Trofeo SUV in 2018, Maserati is following suit with its two sedans, giving the Ghibli and Quattroporte V8 engines.

The Trofeo-badged pair are the fastest standard Maserati production cars yet, capable of a 326km/h top speed. The Ghibli Trofeo is a rival for the  Mercedes-AMG C63 while the Quattroporte Trofeo, lines up against the likes of the BMW M5.

The heart of Ghibli and Quattroporte Trofeo is the 3.8 l V8 Twin Turbo with power output of 433kW at 6250rpm and peak torque of 730Nm.

The engine, which has already revealed all its power on Levante Trofeo, is built at the Ferrari plant at Maranello to Maserati’s specifications, and has been modified and developed to deliver equally impressive performances on the rear-engine sedans.

Although completely new for Ghibli, the V8 engine has already been used in the past on Quattroporte GTS, in the 395kW version. Today the 433kW V8 engine is available on the new Ghibli, Quattroporte and Levante Trofeo.

The Maserati Quattroporte Trofeo is a rival to BMW’s M5. Photo: Supplied

Like Levante Trofeo, the new Ghibli and Quattroporte Trofeo also incorporate the Integrated Vehicle Control (IVC) system, with a specific setup that guarantees enhanced driving dynamics, greater active safety and even more thrilling performance. The sedans have the Corsa button that sets the car for an even sportier driving style. Also included is Launch Control, a function that first appeared on Levante Trofeo, to unleash all the engine’s power and deliver breath-taking performance and an authentic Maserati driving experience.

While the unique signature of every Maserati is the sound of its engine, now the Trofeo collection will be even more unmistakable in looks. These include the front grille with twin vertical bars in Black Piano finish, and the introduction of carbon fibre on the front air duct trims and rear extractor, for an even more aggressive effect.

The Ghibli Trofeo has a Ferrari-built V8 engine. Photo: Maserati

The whole Trofeo collection is distinguished by the red details that characterise the bottom profiles of the side air vents and the lightning bolt on the Trident badge on the C-pillars.

There are major changes at the rear of the car, where the light clusters have been completely restyled, with a boomerang-like profile inspired by the 3200 GT and the Alfieri concept car.

In terms of the Ghibli Trofeo, the bonnet has also been restyled, featuring two aggressive air ducts for better cooling, just like on Levante Trofeo.

Ghibli and Quattroporte Trofeo are fitted with 21” aluminium Orione wheels. 22” Orione wheels are available on Levante Trofeo.