Maserati uncovers electrified Levante SUV

MANILA: The Maserati Levante Hybrid was revealed worldwide through both a virtual debut that can be viewed here and physically at the Shanghai Auto Show. 

The virtual debut of the Levante Hybrid was highlighted by a performance of pianist and composer Dardust, and the new global ambassador of the Maserati brand, David Beckham. 

Maserati, through the Levante Hybrid, seeks to continues to pursue the concept that drove its introduction into the world of electrification — enhancing performance while remaining true to the values of the brand of delivering agility and speed while saving fuel and strengthening the commitment of the Trident to driving luxury and pleasure. Thus, the hybrid SUV maintains the exceptional roar of every Maserati.

With the first electrified SUV of the brand, Maserati significantly moves forward in its approach for electrification of all Trident models, which started in 2020 with the Ghibli Hybrid.  

The Levante Hybrid is positioned as the SUV of duality in terms of decreased fuel consumption while offering high performance. It also takes pride in focus, distinction, increased speed, and sustainability. 

The futuristic lightning bolt takes form in the metallic tri-layer color, “Azzuro Astro,” which has been selected for the premiere of the Levante Hybrid. 

The Azzuro Astro, which is available as part of Maserati’s personalization program, the Maserati Fuoriserie, boasts an ideal balance that changes between blue and gray depending on lighting. 

Bold blue cobalt highlights details throughout the Levante Hybrid from the three iconic side air intakes, to the brake calipers; and from the emblem on the rear pillar, to the embroidered stickwork on its interior. 

The Levante features a combination of the four-cylinder, two-liter engine with a 48-volt hybrid system for energy recovery during braking and deceleration. 

The hybrid vehicle has a weight less than its six-cylinder engine equivalent (both gasoline and diesel), and it also has an even better weight distribution since the battery is positioned in the rear without affecting the load capacity and optimally balancing the vehicle mass. Everything is designed to allow the Levante Hybrid to be more pleasurable to drive and to have greater agility. 

A maximum torque of 450Nm and power output of 330hp delivered from 2,250rpm underpins impressive performance. The Levante Hybrid, which is available only in all-wheel drive, can muster a top speed of more than 240kph and an acceleration time from zero to 100kph in six seconds. 

Nevertheless, despite its hybridization, the unique Maserati sound, which is regarded as the trademark of the brand, is maintained.

Through the Maserati Connect program, the Levante Hybrid remains connected often since this program notifies the driver when services are due, which in turn, enhances the customer care experience.

With a Smartwatch or Smartphone, drivers remain in contact with their vehicle through the Maserati Connect App, which is available from home through an online personal assistant like Google Assist and Amazon Alexa. 

Below are the features of the Maserati Levante Hybrid: 

Layout	L4 Mild Hybrid with eBooster and 48V BSG
Displacement (cc)	1995
Bore x Stroke (mm)	84 x 90
Compression ratio	9.5:1
Maximum Power (hp @ rpm)	330 @ 5750
Peak torque (Nm @ rpm)	450 @ 2250
Fuel injection	Gasoline Direct Injection GDI
Injection pressure (bar)	200
Induction	1 Mono-scroll turbocharger 1 eBooster 48 V
Crankshaft	Forged steel
Lubrication	Variable displacement oil pump
Timing system	1 chain-drive overhead camshaft with Multiair
PERFORMANCE
Acceleration 0-100 Km/h (s)	6.0
Top speed	>240
Braking distance from 100 to 0 km/h (m)	36
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO2 EMISSIONS
WLTP combined cycle (l/100 km)	TBC *Pending current certification
WLTP combined cycle (g/km)	231-252
TRANSMISSION
Gearbox	ZF eight-speed automatic
Gear ratios	1st: 5; 2nd: 3.2; 3rd: 2.14; 4th: 1.72; 5th: 1.31; 6th: 1.00; 7th: 0.82; 8th: 0.64; Reverse: 3.46; final: 3.27
Transmission	All-wheel drive with limited slip self-locking mechanical rear differential
SUSPENSION
Front	Double-wishbone, anti-roll bar
Rear	Multi-link, anti-roll bar
BRAKES
Front	Ventilated discs 345x32 mm, 2-piston floating calipers
Rear	Ventilated discs 330x22 mm, 1-piston floating calipers
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Front/rear tyres	265/50 R19
L x D x H (mm)	5005 x 1981 x 1693
Wheelbase (mm)	3004
Front/rear track (mm)	1631 / 1662
Luggage capacity (l)	580
Fuel tank capacity (l)	80
Homologated weight (kg)	2090

 

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