As far as luxury sedans go, the 2014 Maserati Ghibli offers a distinctive appearance, a variety of engine options and solid performance numbers unsurpassed in its market group.
To coin a French term in describing another feature of the Italian made Ghibli, the “piece de resistance” is its high fuel efficiency. Normally at this price point automakers last concern is gas mileage.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: Sedan | Est. Market Price: $65,000 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 23.8 gals (90 L) | MPG: 17 city / 33 hwy |
| Length: 195.7 in. (497.1 cm) | Wheelbase: 118 in. (299.8 cm) |
| Height: 57.5 in. (146.1 cm) | Width: 76.6 in. (194.5 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 3990 lbs (1810 kg) | Ground Clearance: NA |
| Luggage Capacity: 17.6 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 5 |
| Engine: 3.0 Liter V6 TwinTurbo | Compression Ratio: 9.7: 1 |
| Horsepower: 330 HP | Max RPM: 5000 rpm |
| Torque: 370 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Transmission: 8-Speed ZF Automatic |
| 0-60 mph: 5.6 seconds | Top Speed: 163 mph (263 km/h) |
Engine & Performance
The engine in the Maserati Ghibli is a 3.0 liter, turbocharged, V6, capable of 330 horsepower. This version of the engine can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 5.6 seconds while its mileage rates at an average of 28.8 MPG.
The Ghibli S trim comes with a twin turbo 3.0 liter V6 generating 410 horses. The “S” engine will move from 0-62 mph in .6 of a second less than the base engine and can reach a top speed of 177 mph.
For the first time ever, Maserati will also offer a diesel engine. A 3.0 liter V6, which is eco-friendly and rated at 275 horsepower and giving 47 mpg.
Exterior
The 2014 Ghibli appears to be a sporty version of the Quattroporte. That would entail a mixture of flowing lines and elegant appointments.
The front fascia has definite feline characteristics when looking at the grille and headlamp combination. The grille in particular seems to have been inspired by the current Gran Turismo. It also hints at a retro trip to the 1950’s A6 GCS models. Maserati’s C-pillar treatment remains and you cannot miss the Saetta Maserati emblem in the center.
The side view begins with the traditional vents on the front fender and its contoured lines run all the way around to where it meets the rear taillights.
Interior
The interior of the Ghibli mirrors its exterior with the same grouping of sporty touches and elegant features.
There is a 3 spoke steering wheel, carbon fiber insertions, seats manufactured using top quality leather and a wide array of high tech instrumentation in excess of anything Maserati has ever created. This begins with a large info screen that dominates its center dash.
