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2021 Maserati Ghibli: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2021 Maserati Ghibli is the arrival of the Trofeo, the first V8-powered Ghibli and the new performance flagship. The rest of the range also receives refreshed exterior details, a larger touchscreen, revised gauges, and an updated driver-assistance system.
About the 2021 Maserati Ghibli
3rd-generation Ghibli (M157), second major update; first year for Trofeo
Maserati positions the Ghibli as an Italian luxury sport sedan for drivers seeking more personality than the usual German choices. Its core identity combines long-distance comfort, leather-lined accommodations, coupe-like styling, responsive handling, and an expressive twin-turbo engine. Rear-wheel drive is central to its character, while S Q4 versions add all-weather traction. The Ghibli’s main differentiators are its distinctive design, strong engine sound, and blend of luxury-sedan usability with sports-car-inspired road manners.
The 2021 Ghibli range stretches from a 345-hp rear-wheel-drive V6 sedan to the 580-hp Trofeo, while S models add stronger V6 performance and Q4 versions provide all-wheel drive. GranLusso versions emphasize comfort with ventilated front seats and premium audio, while GranSport versions use adaptive suspension, stronger brakes, sport seats, and darker exterior trim. Every version has a 10.1-inch touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The Trofeo joins the lineup as the first V8-powered Ghibli. It uses a 580-hp 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 with rear-wheel drive, Corsa driving mode, and Launch Control.
Styling
The front end receives an updated tuning-fork grille design, while new boomerang-shaped LED taillights revise the rear appearance. The Trofeo adds carbon-fiber exterior details and hood heat extractors.
Tech
A new 10.1-inch high-resolution touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto is fitted across the range. The instrument display also gets revised graphics and anti-glare glass.
Safety
Active Driving Assist is added to the full driver-assistance package. That package is standard on GranLusso, GranSport, and Trofeo versions.
2021 Maserati Ghibli specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Twin Turbo, 3.8 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode | Automatic, 8-Spd w/Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | 13 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 16 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 24 mpg | 20 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 424 hp | 345 hp | 424 hp | 580 hp | 345 hp | 345 hp | 424 hp | 424 hp | 424 hp | 424 hp |
| Torque | 428 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 538 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft | 428 lb-ft |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest difference between the 2021 and 2020 Maserati Ghibli?
The biggest difference is the new 2021 Ghibli Trofeo, which brings a 580-hp twin-turbo V8 to the Ghibli for the first time. The 2021 range also gets refreshed grille and taillight styling, a 10.1-inch touchscreen, revised instrument graphics, and updated driver assistance.
Was the Maserati Ghibli Trofeo new for 2021?
Yes. The Trofeo debuted for 2021 as the first V8-powered Ghibli and the lineup’s highest-performance version. Its 580-hp twin-turbo V8 drives the rear wheels, and it also has Corsa mode, Launch Control, adaptive suspension, performance brakes, and carbon-fiber exterior details.
Did every 2021 Maserati Ghibli get the new touchscreen?
Yes. Every 2021 Ghibli has the new 10.1-inch touchscreen with navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. It replaces the previous system as part of the model-year update.
Which 2021 Ghibli versions have Active Driving Assist as standard?
Active Driving Assist is standard as part of the full driver-assistance package on GranLusso, GranSport, and Trofeo versions. The package also covers features such as adaptive cruise control, lane support, and surround-view cameras.
Is the 2021 Maserati Ghibli a major update over the 2020 model?
Yes, but it is a mid-cycle update rather than a full redesign. The 2021 model keeps the same third-generation foundation while adding the Trofeo, refreshed exterior details, a larger touchscreen, revised gauges, and updated driver assistance.
2021 Maserati Ghibli Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2021 Maserati Ghibli.
4.3
2021 Maserati Ghibli
(34 reviews)
“Fantastic car with very high-quality interior. Very fast. High price...expect depreciation.”
“Expect to pay a premium for brand image and the physical beauty of the car. Modern model reliability is still unknown, but I would wager that it is above expectations. This brand does well at providing a standout alternative to the large, premium luxury sedans that most go for once they've made it.”