MASERATI EXPANDS ITS TROFEO LINE

Maserati has expanded its high-performance line-up by adding the Ghibli Trofeo and Quattroporte Trofeo to its range.

The two new top-of-the-range models join an updated version of the Levante Trofeo SUV, which was the first to get the Trofeo treatment in 2018.

The new Ghibli Trofeo and Quattroporte Trofeo are the fastest road production cars ever built by Maserati, both hitting a top speed of 203mph.

Powering all three cars is a 3.8-litre, twin-turbo V8 engine that produces 572bhp and 528lb ft.

In both saloons, all that power is directed to the rear wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission, resulting in a 0-62mph time of 4.3 seconds for the Ghibli and 4.5 seconds for the larger Quattroporte. Befitting its SUV nature, the Levante features all-wheel-drive.

To ensure the saloons can handle the extra power, both have undergone overhauls of their chassis, with special calibration for the continuously variable dampers. A new sharper Corsa driving mode sits above the regular normal and sport modes.

Trofeo models are distinguished from the rest of the Maserati range by some beefy exterior styling and Trofeo-specific interior details including carbon fibre exterior trim, bonnet ducts for the Ghibli and exclusive interior leather finish.

As with other Maserati models, the Trofeos get the 2021 model year upgrades, including a new 10.1-inch multimedia screen powered by Android Automotive and with the Maserati Connect online services.