2021 Maserati Levante GranLusso

The 2021 Maserati Levante GranLusso Sport Utility 4D stands as a breathtaking, track-inspired masterpiece in the premium mid-size luxury crossover market, masterfully infusing raw Italian exotic motorsport passion into a highly versatile global platform. Named after a fierce Mediterranean wind, the Levante completely shuns the sterile, over-insulated driving dynamics of traditional luxury utility vehicles. Built on a rigid, high-strength steel-and-aluminum unibody frame layout—derived directly from Maserati's legendary Ghibli and Quattroporte sports sedan architecture—this sophisticated five-passenger vehicle achieves an exceptional, near-perfect 50:50 front-to-rear weight distribution. The exclusive GranLusso trim acts as the absolute pinnacle of sophisticated executive grand touring, pairing an ultra-opulent cabin sanctuary with aggressive, wind-tunnel-carved exterior visual treatments. It functions flawlessly as a commanding, high-visibility mobile office during the corporate workweek, effortlessly slicing through tight urban grids and transforming instantly into an acoustic, apex-carving weapon on the weekend.
Ferrari-Built Mechanical Core & Q4 DrivetrainUnder the long, muscularly sculpted aluminum hood sits a brilliant centerpiece of high-performance Italian engineering: a highly responsive 3.0-liter Twin-Turbocharged DOHC 24-valve V6 engine custom-designed by Maserati and precision-built by Ferrari in Maranello, Italy. Featuring advanced high-pressure gasoline direct injection and parallel twin-turbochargers, this high-output mechanical heart hammers out a fierce 345 horsepower at 5,750 RPM and a robust, flat 369 lb-ft of torque available across a wide powerband starting at an incredibly early 1,750 RPM (with the upgraded GranLusso S variants unleashing a menacing 424 horsepower). This immediate turbocharged muscle is managed by an advanced, lightning-fast ZF 8-speed automatic transmission featuring adaptive shift control, five distinct drive modes (Normal, Sport, Off-Road, I.C.E. Increased Control & Efficiency, and Manual), and massive, column-mounted aluminum manual shift paddles.
Rocketing the athletic vehicle from 0 to 60 mph in a swift 5.8 seconds, power is routed to the pavement via Maserati’s intelligent Q4 All-Wheel Drive system. This proactive electronic layout features a standard mechanical limited-slip rear differential, operating with a rear-wheel driving bias under normal conditions but seamlessly transferring up to 50% of the engine’s torque to the front wheels in milliseconds to eliminate wheel slip and guarantee absolute structural composure through loose gravel paths, winter snow, or sudden highway downpours.
Race-Bred Adaptive Suspension & GranLusso StylingThe driving experience is completely characterized by its razor-sharp handling precision, exceptionally flat cornering posture, and unmatched structural tracking stability under high-speed maneuvers. This mechanical composure is bolstered by a performance-tuned active Skyhook electronic suspension system with four-corner air springs, providing six distinct levels of ride height settings across a 3.4-inch range to maximize off-road clearance or lower the center of gravity at highway speeds to minimize aerodynamic drag. On the exterior, the 2021 Levante GranLusso executes a stunning styling triumph of pure geometric elegance, athletic functionality, and unmistakable street authority.
The aggressive front fascia is anchored by a prominent, chrome-barred concave radiator grille housing the iconic Maserati Trident, flanked by large integrated lower air intakes, unique GranLusso front bumper inserts, and striking Adaptive Full-LED Matrix headlights with integrated daytime running light bars. Elegant body contours feature frameless door glass, traditional triple chrome side fender vents, a sweeping coupe-like roofline, body-color side skirts, quad chrome-tipped sport exhaust finishers, a rear lip spoiler, and aerodynamic power-folding hea