subject: 2012 Maserati Quattroporte S: Technology & Standard Equipment [print this page] The Maserati Quattroporte S is a luxury sport sedan offering uncompromising performance, unique style and craftsmanship. The car features a Ferrari 4.7 liter V8 engine which highly contributes to provide this sensational sedan superior handling and balance: such engine in fact ensures fluid and rapid gear change, resulting in superior driving performance, comfort and captivating driving experience. It develops 425 hp at 7,000 rpm, has a peak torque of 361 lb-ft at 4,750 rpm, and delivers a top speed of 174 mph and 0-60 mph acceleration in just 5.3 seconds.
The automatic transmission featured in the Maserati Quattroporte S provides smooth gearshifts without compromising performance or power. The driver can furthermore modifies the transmission response to better suit his own driving style by selecting Sport or Low Grip modes. Low Grip is more indicated for icy or slick road surfaces, where the sport mode makes the transmission more aggressive with fastergear changes at higher revs. The Maserati Quattroporte S can also be driven in Manual mode and optional paddles can be used to control gear-changes, with the manual / sport combination providing the most sport-engaging driving experience.
Maserati Quattroporte S Standard Equipment
Electronic opening assist for doors and trunk
6-speed adaptive automatic transmission
Alarm system with immobilizer
Automatic climate control, dual zone with rear outlets
Bi-xenon headlamps with automatic activation, washing system and fog lamps
Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity
Bose surround sound audio system
Brake calipers painted red
Dark look head-lamp surrounds
Dual power / heated / auto dimming exterior mirrors. Auto dimming rearview mirror.
Electric rear sunshade
Electrically-adjustable power rear seats
Electronic parking brake (EPB)
Floormats, color carpeted
Heated front power seats with 14-way adjustments and 3-position memory (Dr.)
Homelink Garage door opener system
iPod interface with USB connection
Poltrona Frau"" leather upholstery
Maserati Multimedia system with HD Navi, 30 GB jukebox and CD player
Maserati Stability Program (MSP)
Metallic paint
Multifunction leather steering wheel with audio and communication controls
Power steering column adjustments (4-way) and easy-entry feature
Rain sensor wiping system
Rear Isofix / LATCH attachments
Rear parking sensors
Remote key unlocking system with trunk release
Shadow-line dark look exterior trim finish
Sirius satellite radio (subscription required)
Space saver spare wheel 18-inch
"Sport" button for trans., acceleration, MSP
Sunroof power
Tail-lamps with LED technology
Front grille with vertical bars and trident with red accents
Skyhook "" electronically variable active damping system
