What is the difference between the Ghibli and the Quattroporte?
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Exterior differences between the Ghibli and the Quattroporte: 1. Body dimensions: Ghibli body (length × width × height): 4971 × 1945 × 1455 mm, wheelbase 2998 mm, front track 1635 mm, rear track 1653 mm. Quattroporte body (length × width × height): 5262 × 1948 × 1481 mm, wheelbase 3171 mm, front track 1634 mm, rear track 1647 mm. 2. Front bumper: The Quattroporte's front bumper is divided at the bottom, while the Ghibli's front bumper is integrated. 3. Engine hood: The Quattroporte's engine hood extends to the edge of the headlights, while the Ghibli's engine hood has some distance from the headlights. Additionally, the Quattroporte's engine hood is concave in the middle, whereas the Ghibli's is convex. 4. Headlights: The Quattroporte's headlights have yellow elements, while the Ghibli's do not, but the Ghibli's headlights appear more high-tech. 5. Taillights: The white part of the Quattroporte's taillights extends to the corner edge, while the white part of the Ghibli's taillights is cut off before reaching the corner. The reflector above the exhaust pipes on the Quattroporte is more recessed. Configuration differences between the Ghibli and the Quattroporte: Quattroporte standard features: Adaptive suspension, power trunk, hands-free trunk access, keyless entry for all doors (Ghibli only supports front doors), power steering wheel adjustment (Ghibli only supports manual adjustment, power adjustment is optional), steering wheel memory, front and rear seat heating, Harman Kardon sound system, 10-speaker system (Ghibli has 8), heated washer nozzles, rear independent air conditioning, power side window sunshades, etc. Some of these Quattroporte standard features are optional or not available on the Ghibli.
As someone who frequently helps friends choose cars, the differences between the Ghibli and the Quattroporte mainly lie in their positioning. The Ghibli is Maserati's entry-level model, with a length under 5 meters, making it more of a sporty sedan focused on driving pleasure, and its rear seating space is relatively compact. On the other hand, the Quattroporte is the true flagship, stretching nearly 5.3 meters in length, offering ample rear legroom, and featuring hand-stitched Italian leather interiors paired with real wood trim—a level of luxury the Ghibli simply can't match. Performance-wise, the former is equipped with a 3.0T V6 engine, while the latter comes standard with a high-power 3.0T or even a V8 engine. Simply put, if you're on a budget, the Ghibli offers a taste of Italian flair, but if you're after the ultimate in prestige, the Quattroporte is the way to go.
