the all new Maserati Levante

Stunning design, refined exclusivity and outstanding performance, the Maserati Levante is the most exciting choice in the luxury SUV segment that we’ve driven in a long time.

not only does It CArry a bold look with unparalleled design combined with abundant space, the new Maserati Levante makes a massive statement with its unique on-road drivability and competitive off-road capability. This car is, simply, a turning point in Maserati’s history.

The only word to describe the Maserati label is, legendary. With 102 years worth of car making under their belt, the people over at Maserati know just how to put a premium automobile together and have consistently accomplished amazing engineering feats, year after year.

Now, they’ve taken their motor-manufacturing skills to a whole new level with a ride into the demanding SUV market. Accessing the largest luxury segment in the world, the Levante significantly contributes to the creation of the most complete product line-up the Maserati has ever created.

Even its name has a beautiful story; Levante was inspired by a warm, Mediterranean wind that can change from mild to gale force in an instant, mirroring the character of the first Maserati SUV. When we jumped in the driver’s seat to take this machine out on the roads and see what it’s made of, within minutes we realised that this was going to be a one-of-kind whirlwind experience.

On first sight, this five meter, 2.2 tonne beast has a daring presence. This places it in the same size category as the BMW X5 and the Range Rover, in fact, it is slightly larger. That being said, its sloping roofline and smooth bodylines prevent its presence from becoming too bulky. The boot also boasts 580litres of space, plenty for any road trip.

The Levante’s design isn’t the only distinctive and attractive element about this car. It’s the combination of spaciousness and coupé lines, plus achieving the

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Its exclusivity stems from technical features like Air Suspension and the Q4 AWD system, which come as standard equipment, and the high level of customisation that includes two cutting-edge packages, Sport and Luxury. The result is a driving experience that is as unique as the Maserati brand and its customers.

Once inside the car, it is obvious the extravagant interior is designed to impress. There are bright leather colourings on offer and even a Zanga silk option available. 300kms of silk is used in every car with this trim. It has been tested to offer the same level of durability as leather. The door trims, seat inlays and even roof lining are all included in this finish. Simply breathtaking.

And what about performance? Well, it’s just as mind-blowing. With 275 break horse power, 600 newton meters of torque, acceleration is feisty, making good handling all the more important. The size of this heavy vehicle is hidden in its decent turn of pace and smooth gripping on the corners. A nearly vibration free ride, with great breaking ability. With oldschool hydraulic steering and sound actuators in the exhaust, this beauty of a vehicle is sheer driving pleasure and what’s more, you can feel good about the fact they are only producing 189 grams of CO2 per kilometre. On a par with this, the off-road equipment completes a product made to surprise avid travellers and adventure lovers as well. Under the hood, this mechanical monster is equipped with the latest evolution of the Maserati 3-litre V6 engines. The two versions of the twin-turbo petrol engine are globally acclaimed for their unique Maserati signature sound and for their exceptional performance.

Then there’s the chassis, which is perfectly poised, complete with 50/50 weight distribution. The makers at Maserati fit as standard a limited slip diff and the talk vectoring eases away at the breaks during hard cornering to help with intense turning. This car possesses the lowest sense of gravity in its segment. We found the 4x4 system to be impressive. During normal driving conditions, the vehicle shifts all power to the rear wheels and only shifts power to the front when required. This proved to be endless fun on windy roads.

With five air suspension modes, including two off-road options, the Maserati Levante promises a proactive ride no matter what the terrain. As a powerful toy for the weekends, or a tool for a long drive, road trips, and, generally, to impress all the car enthusiasts in your crew, this latest offering from Maserati has it all.