“That they would get perhaps better vehicles for the money, but if they want an Italian sport car experience, they need to go Italian.”
Maserati Quattroporte: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Maserati Quattroporte is a large Italian luxury performance sedan known for expressive design, strong performance, a comfortable rear seat, and handling that feels athletic for a car its size.
The Quattroporte has long blended the space and formal feel of a flagship sedan with the more emotional character of a performance car. Italian styling and a driver-focused feel have remained central even as its technology and safety systems evolved. The sixth generation made the cabin and rear seat more usable without losing that distinctive personality.
Strengths
- It feels more athletic and driver-focused than many large luxury sedans.
- Its Italian design gives it a distinctive presence without relying only on luxury features.
- The rear seat is genuinely useful for adults, especially in the roomier sixth-generation car.
- It combines formal sedan comfort with a stronger sense of personality and occasion.
- The 2021 update gave later cars a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen and newer driver-assistance technology.
- The 2024 model has a roomy 18.7-cubic-foot trunk.
Who it's for
It suits someone who wants a roomy luxury sedan but finds more conventional rivals too restrained. It makes the most sense for a buyer who enjoys driving, regularly carries adults, and values design and personality as much as features.
Maserati Quattroporte lineup
Earlier fifth-generation cars used the base model and S as the more traditional luxury choices, while Sport GT S added a sharper, more focused personality. During much of the sixth generation, GranLusso emphasized luxury and GranSport leaned into a more aggressive look. From 2022, GT served as the entry point, Modena brought a stronger performance focus, and Trofeo sat at the top as the flagship. Q4 identifies all-wheel-drive versions, and the final 2024 U.S. model was sold only as the well-equipped Modena Ultima Q4.
Maserati Quattroporte generations
From 2009 to 2024, the Quattroporte spans two generations. The current 6th Generation — M156 arrived for 2014, following the 5th Generation — M139 (2004–2013).
6th Generation — M156 (2014–2024)
The sixth-generation Quattroporte grew larger and roomier while becoming lighter. It introduced twin-turbo V6 and V8 engines, an eight-speed automatic, Q4 all-wheel drive, and a touchscreen-based cabin.
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2024Trim changes
The U.S. lineup shrinks to the single Modena Ultima Q4 trim with a 424-hp twin-turbo V6 and AWD.
2023
The four-version lineup carries over. This is the final year for the V8-powered Trofeo.
2022Trim changes
The GT, Modena, and Trofeo names replace the previous trim structure. Exterior badges and Maserati logos are also updated.
2021Mid-cycle update
Revised front and rear styling arrives with a larger 10.1-inch touchscreen and updated driver-assistance technology. The V8 Trofeo joins the lineup.
2020
More driver-assistance and convenience features become standard, but the styling and powertrains carry over.
2019
LED headlights become standard, while the gear selector and touchscreen graphics are updated.
2018
Electric power steering supports expanded driver-assistance features. V6 models also receive more power.
2017Mid-cycle update
Refreshed exterior styling, a redesigned center console, and a new 8.4-inch touchscreen arrive. GranLusso and GranSport establish distinct luxury and sport themes.
2016Trim changes
A rear-wheel-drive Quattroporte S joins the U.S. lineup with a 404-hp twin-turbo V6.
2015
The GTS receives sportier exterior details and richer cabin trim, while the rest of the range changes little.
2014New generation
A full redesign brings a larger, lighter body, twin-turbo V6 and V8 engines, an eight-speed automatic, and Q4 all-wheel drive.
5th Generation — M139 (2004–2013)
The M139 Quattroporte is a rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan powered by a V8 and paired here with a six-speed automatic. A major facelift for 2009 updated its styling, cabin controls, technology, and performance lineup.
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2013New generation
The 4.7-liter V8 receives a small power increase in both trims for this final U.S. model year.
2012Trim changes
The S and Sport GT S carry over without significant updates.
2011
The three-trim lineup returns with only small appearance adjustments on individual trims.
2010
Bluetooth phone connectivity and a USB port become standard across the range.
2009Mid-cycle update
The facelift revises the front end, lights, mirrors, bumpers, center console, and multimedia system. The 4.7-liter S joins the lineup.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Maserati Quattroporte.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Maserati Quattroporte?
It is a large four-door luxury sedan with five seats. The Quattroporte combines a roomy rear seat and formal styling with a more driver-focused character than many big sedans.
What is the Quattroporte known for?
It is known for Italian styling, strong performance, a distinctive driving feel, and genuine rear-seat comfort. Its appeal is as much about personality and design as luxury equipment.
Is the Quattroporte practical enough for daily or family use?
Yes, for shoppers who want a large sedan rather than an SUV. The latest version seats five and has an 18.7-cubic-foot trunk, while the sixth generation was designed with a much more usable rear seat than its predecessor.
Is the Maserati Quattroporte a hybrid?
No. The Quattroporte covered here is a gas-powered sedan. Its used lineup centers on V6 and V8 engines rather than hybrid or electric power.
Does the Quattroporte have all-wheel drive?
Yes, on trims marked Q4. All-wheel drive joined the sixth-generation lineup on V6 models, while many other versions use rear-wheel drive. The final U.S. version was sold only as the all-wheel-drive Modena Ultima Q4.
How many generations of the Quattroporte are covered here?
Two main eras are covered: the late fifth-generation cars from 2009 through 2013 and the larger sixth-generation U.S. models from 2014 through 2024. The sixth generation brought twin-turbo engines, an eight-speed automatic, and a roomier rear seat.
Does the Quattroporte have a V6 or a V8?
It has used both. Late fifth-generation cars used 4.2- and 4.7-liter V8s. Sixth-generation models used a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 or 3.8-liter V8, with the 572-hp Trofeo serving as the higher-output version from 2021 through 2023.
Maserati Quattroporte Reviews
What owners are saying about the Maserati Quattroporte.
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“Outstanding design and appearance. Amazing performance. Exhilarating driving experience. Very few models on the road. Distinctive presence complimenting my personal sense of style.”
“I love love my new Maserati! Great decision!! Everything that I had hoped for in a luxury ride!!”
“Every day when I get in, I start the engine and hear the Ferrari sound roar it makes me smile. It starts my day off on a positive note.”
“I love driving a great handling car. This car is as close to power and handling to my 458 Ferrari I had that a sedan can get and I can drive it every day, something I could not do with my 458”
“I must say that I am somewhat disappointed that the new vehicle does not live up to the old one. Rear vies mirror blocks too much of the front view, very difficult to get the car in reverse, seat belt holder too short, car can not go through a car wash because when you exit the vehicle it automatically goes into park, new body material makes the car feel like it is going to break away in tight turns.”
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