What is it?
The Levante is Maserati's first SUV, on sale in Australia since 2016 and now in dealer run-out as the next-generation EV-only Levante approaches. Three powertrains run on a longitudinal steel platform with Q4 AWD, air suspension and Skyhook damping: 3.0L V6 twin-turbo in Modena and GT (316 to 330 kW), and the Ferrari-built 3.8L V8 in the Trofeo (433 kW, 730 Nm, 4.1 second 0 to 100).
The lineup runs from Modena at $164,500 plus on-roads, through to Trofeo at $304,500 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 3 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Ferrari-built 3.8L twin-turbo V8 in the Trofeo at 433 kW, the sound stands alone in this segment. 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty is the longest in the super-luxury SUV class. Run-out pricing means real discounts off RRP at dealer level.
End-of-life platform, resale will take a hit as the new-generation Levante EV approaches. Trofeo V8 returns 14.3 L/100 km and 327 g/km CO2, NVES penalties looming. Infotainment trails MBUX and iDrive.
Should you buy the Levante?
Reasons to buy
- Ferrari-built 3.8L twin-turbo V8 in the Trofeo at 433 kW, the sound stands alone in this segment. 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty is the longest in the super-luxury SUV class. Run-out pricing means real discounts off RRP at dealer level.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 580 L (1,625 L seats down) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
- Braked towing rated at 2,700 kg.
Reasons to wait
- End-of-life platform, resale will take a hit as the new-generation Levante EV approaches. Trofeo V8 returns 14.3 L/100 km and 327 g/km CO2, NVES penalties looming. Infotainment trails MBUX and iDrive.
- You want a current-generation platform with fresher cabin tech (Cayenne, X5 M60i), a PHEV or full EV powertrain (Grecale Folgore, Cayenne E-Hybrid), or a denser Australian dealer footprint.
- Confirm individual VIN availability with your dealer, Trofeo stock is tightest. No hybrid or EV powertrain in the current generation. Service network footprint is narrow outside Sydney and Melbourne.
- Top trim climbs to $304,500 plus on-roads.
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