2012 Maserati Quattroporte: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte was a slimmer lineup: the Base trim was dropped, leaving the S and Sport GT S. Otherwise, this was a quiet carryover year with no significant mechanical, styling, safety, tech, or structural updates.
About the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
5th generation (M139), late-cycle year after the 2008 restyling; second-to-last U.S. model year for this body.
Maserati positioned the Quattroporte as an Italian full-size luxury sports sedan rather than a comfort-first limousine. Its Pininfarina body, rear-wheel-drive balance, naturally aspirated V8 character, and driver-focused steering distinguished it from the Audi A8, BMW 7 Series, and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Its central appeal was combining a leather-and-wood cabin and usable rear seating with the sound and responses of a much smaller sports car.
The 2012 Quattroporte S paired a 4.7-liter V8 with an adjustable suspension, strong brakes, heated front seats, navigation, and Bose audio. The more driving-focused Sport GT S added a higher-output V8, quicker shift programming, a lowered fixed suspension, a sport exhaust, and an Alcantara-trimmed cabin.
What changed, by category
2012 Maserati Quattroporte specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V8, 4.7 Liter | V8, 4.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 12 mpg | 12 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| Horsepower | 430 hp | 440 hp |
| Torque | 361 lb-ft | 361 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.9 cu-ft | 15.9 cu-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Bluetooth | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| USB Ports | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte compared with the 2011 model?
The Base trim was dropped, and alloy wheels became standard on the Sport GT S. Beyond those lineup and equipment changes, the 2012 Quattroporte carried over without significant mechanical, styling, safety, tech, or structural updates.
Was the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte redesigned?
No, the 2012 Quattroporte was not redesigned. It was a late-cycle version of the fifth-generation model following the 2008 restyling.
Which Maserati Quattroporte trims remained for 2012?
The 2012 lineup consisted of the S and Sport GT S after the Base trim was dropped. The S balanced performance and comfort, while the Sport GT S had a more driving-focused setup.
Did the 2012 Maserati Quattroporte receive an engine change?
No, there was no identified engine change for 2012. Both remaining trims used a naturally aspirated 4.7-liter V8, with the Sport GT S receiving the higher-output version.
How did the 2012 Quattroporte S differ from the Sport GT S?
The S used an electronically adjustable suspension and emphasized a balance of comfort and performance. The Sport GT S was more aggressive, with a higher-output V8, quicker shift programming, a lowered fixed suspension, a valve-controlled sport exhaust, and sportier cabin trim.