Maserati Quattroporte Transmission & Handing & Safety

Maserati takes pride in the ongoing Italian tradition of designing and developing superb automobiles. In its tradition of striving perfection in every detail, Maserati enables drivers to experience the power of pure engines while enjoying utmost comfort, performance and beauty.

The Quattroporte offers a six-speed, hydraulic automatic transmission that it is symbol of refinement and smoothness. Collaboration with the German transmission ZF has produced an exceptionally flexible and responsive unit that allows changes at engines speed of up 7,200 rpm. In normal driving conditions, the gear shifting is managed automatically. However the driver has also the “sport” and “ice” options. With “sport” set up, gear changes are still managed automatically but up-shifting happens at higher engine speeds and the changes are faster creating a sportier drive.

The ICE mode is instead used when driving over low-grip surfaces. The transmission also gives the driver a complete control over the gear changing when the “manual” mode is selected. The rigidity of the Maserati Quattroporte body leads to superb handling and uncompromised safety features. The highly sophisticated anti-dive and anti-squat suspension system enhances the car’s stability and safety by preventing the front end from diving during heavy breaking and the rear from pitching down under hard acceleration.

Maserati skyhook system constantly monitors and adjusts the suspension settings in order to provide a comfortable and smooth ride without sacrificing sportiness or performance. Skyhook sensors monitor the movement of each wheel as well as the car body; this information is then analyzed with the way the car is driven by its control unit which instantly adjusts the damper settings. The Maserati Quattroporte dynamic handling is improved by the Maserati Stability Program, a control system helping the driver maintain directional control of the vehicle while braking hard, even on slippery surfaces.The MSP works in conjunction with the Anti-Lock braking system (ABS), Automatic Slip regulation (ASR) and electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) which optimally distributes braking force between the front and the rear axles of the car.

The steering responsiveness is another important component of the Maserati Quattroporte dynamic handling. Crucial to the car’s dynamic handling is the overall balance optimized in the Maserati Quattroporte by its unique weight distribution of 49% in the front and 51% in the back. The high performance Maserati Quattroporte S’s braking system uses dual-cast front brake discs as dictated by the latest technology standards. The Brembo dual-cast front brake discs allow the vehicle to provide more resistance to break fade in extreme conditions which ultimately results in better handling and balance of the car. The Maserati Quattroporte range features self-leveling Bi-Xenon headlights further enhanced by the Maserati Adaptive Light Control System, a mechanism that improves road illuminations and consequently safety when driving on night time. The rear light units feature LEDs, allowing illuminating quicker, brighter, for a longer period of time and using less energy than ordinary light bulbs.

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Maserati GranTurismo Design, Comfort & Technology

Every new Maserati is always styled to be a unique symbol of prestige and the Maserati GranTurismo can be consideringa modern day masterpiece.

The Maserati GranTurismo heart is its V8 4.2L engine, which design generates the power and rapidity that are typical of the competition engines. In the specific, the V8 engine has been conceived to give extreme responsiveness to every input on the accelerator. Compact, light and quick to respond, the engine featured in the Maserati GranTurismo can deliver 405 hp at 7,100 rpm and a maximum torque of 339 lb/ft (460 Nm)at 4,750 rpm.

The 6-speed automatic transmission by ZF provides a smooth, relaxed driving and it is designed to respond with a superior versatility in every situation. For those desiring to push the GranTurismo to its limits, the transmission provides ultra-fast gear changes up to 7,200 rpm. For a more relaxed driving, the transmission has been designed with ratios that reduce fuel consumption as well as interior noise at high speeds, guaranteeing comfort and smooth gear shifts.

The well proportionated, elegant body of the Maserati GranTurismo is inspired by the Pininfarina Birdcage 75th concept car. Designed for daily driving as well as longer journeys, the Maserati GranTurismo comfortably fits four adults allowing all the passengers to fully appreciate the pleasure of the live on board. The captive front culminates in the oval grill, with the headlights extending horizontally alongside to perfectly blend into the front end. The rear also conveys the sportiveness of the vehicle with 96 LED lights and a wide aerodynamic diffuser that opens over the bumper.

The interior is luxurious and functional: multimedia functions can be controlled through the steering wheel and are displayed in the 7-inch TFT high resolution Maserati Multi Media System located in the center of the dashboard. A top quality sound system is delivered by the Bose® Surround Sound System, which has been especially designed to match the GranTurismo interiors.

The satellite navigation is simple, intuitive and has a clear color display and 3d graphic processor. From a safety perspective, the audio and navigation systems can be operated through a voice command system to help limiting distractions while driving. Access to the rear seats is facilitated by the easy entry system on both, driver and passenger sides. Comfort in the back is enhanced by the pull-down armrest in the center and two climate control vents. The automatic dual-zone control is automatically adjusting the intensity of the temperature inside the cabin in relation to the weather conditions. Maserati offers its customers a vast selection of materials and color combinations choices.

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Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic

The Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic combines performance, uncompromising driving pleasure and superb elegance and beauty. The GranTurismo S is powered by a 8-cylinder V90° engine that develops 433 hp at 7,000 rpm producing a maximum torque of 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm. The six speed automatic transmission delivers driving comfort and together with the increased torque brings the car true GT spirit.

The new Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic boasts two new pieces of hardware: a 433 bhp 4.7 liter engine for exceptional performance and a six speed automatic transmission for the maximum in driving comfort.The effects of the self-adapting automatic transmission can be experienced particularly at low to medium revs, but it grants immediate power delivery higher up the rev range, with a top 7,200 rpm redline, a rate that no other automatic transmission in the class can equalize. The MC-Shift for the gearbox is the biggest innovation on the Maserati GranTurismo S sequential robotic gearbox. Its management software along with hardware components deliver super-fast gear change times.

The Maserati GranTurismo S feature four model: Auto Normal (for comfortable and smooth drving), Auto Sport (for those enjoying a sportier ride), Auto ICE (for low grip conditions) and Manual. By pressing the “Sport” button” on the dash, the driver opens the valves allowing the exhaust to escape more quickly while the lower back-pressure lets the engine reaching its 433 bhp peak power output. If the Manual mode is selected, the driver will change the gears via the shift paddles located in the steering column.

The GranTurismo S reacts superbly thanks to its unique 49% front and 51% rear weight distribution, giving the driver an incomparable sense of balance and response. The Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic delivers a precise handling thanks to its front and rear wishbone suspension.

With the six piston calipers on the front clasping exceptional dual-cast discs, the Brembo brakes mounted in the GranTurismo S Automatic allow to lower weight and, at the same time, to deliver steady performance even at high working temperatures. The Skyhook system is standard in the Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic. The Skyhook damping systemfeatured onboard adjusts automatically according to the road conditions and integrates with Maserati Stability Program safety system as well as with the car automatic transmission. This allows the GranTurismo S to easily adapt to the characteristics of each driver. The GranTurismo S Automatic’s systems combined together offer comfort when desired and a deep well of performance to draw upon at the driver’s request when needed.

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