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2014 Maserati Quattroporte spy shots

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In just a few short years Maserati’s lineup will spawn two brand new models, a sporty sedan similar in size to the BMW 5-Series and a luxurious SUV previewed by the latest Kubang concept car and based on Jeep Grand Cherokee running gear.

However, the automaker’s current lineup is also due to be updated, with a brand new Quattroporte expected to be launched in time for the 2014 model year.

We now have new spy shots of a heavily masked prototype for this next-generation Quattroporte, which may go by a different name when it arrives but will remain Maserati’s sedan flagship.

Much of the cladding on the prototype is used to disguise its true shape, so don’t worry about that strange Panamera-esque hump at the rear. The lights and many other details are also borrowed from the current car, and these too will be changed as the latest model's development progresses.

2014 Maserati Quattroporte test-mule spy shots

2014 Maserati Quattroporte test-mule spy shots

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Note, this particular test vehicle has been fitted with many of the new Quattroporte’s interior components, including what appears to be large infotainment screen positioned at the top of the center console.

In line with previous reports, Maserati is thought to be developing a new rear-wheel drive platform that will spawn the new Quattroporte as well as the smaller sedan, and even the next-generation GranTurismo.

According to insider information, the new platform will make extensive use of lightweight aluminum and be capable of implementing a hybrid system Maserati is likely to borrow from Ferrari. Also borrowed from Ferrari will be the FF supercar’s complex all-wheel drive system, which is expected to feature as an option on both the new Quattroporte and smaller sedan.

One major difference between Maserati’s new sedan models will be their engines. While the new Quattroporte is expected to stick with a Ferrari-derived V-8, the smaller sedan is expected to feature a downsized and turbocharged Chrysler Pentastar V-6. Both, however, will feature eight-speed automatic transmissions sourced from ZF.

Look out for the 2014 Maserati Quattroporte’s reveal late this year or in early 2013, followed by the smaller sedan and new SUV a year later.



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  1. fb_1779529571 avatar Bill Burke Posted: 10/9/2011 10:01am PDT

    The next generation Maserati sedans will have two models both based on Chrysler platforms one from the 300 and the other from the shortened Dodge Challenger platform. This is good news for Maserati, which will have a world class, much improved and modified yet proven platform to build upon and better news for Chrysler which will incorporate these improvements into their RWD vehicles. Above all are the cost benefits of spreading developmental costs to more product and enabling Chrysler to take it's two best products and move them upscale further than doing it alone.
    The future of Maserati and Lancia are linked to Chrysler and the co-development synergy of all. If it works we will have great Maseratis, Lancias and Chrysler for generations.
     
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  2. Merc1 avatar M J Posted: 3/9/2012 8:33pm PST

    If they base any of these cars on some old Chrysler handed me down from Mercedes bones, these cars will not only flop they will be ensure Maserati will be ruined in the U.S. This is the most sickening prospect of the Chrysler/Fiat tie up. The Chrysler platform is from an E-Class of 2 generations ago, the W210 E-Class. Not even remotely capable of being a competitor in this class. The SUV isn't so critical, the a Quattroporte based on a Chrysler i.e. old E-Class bones? Failure waiting to happen.


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  3. WizardsLore avatar WizardsLore Posted: 3/12/2012 8:50pm PDT

    the Cinqueporte will be the SUV due to its rear door.
    the smaller Sedan im not too sure on the name of. and i cant seem them dropping the Quatroporte name on the halo sedan to use on the smaller one not after doing all they could to establish the name as the pinnacle of the Mazza retail brand
     
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