The 2017 Maserati Ghibli Base is a Rear-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 345 hp @ 5250 rpm and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2017 Maserati Ghibli Base has cargo capacity of 500 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1810 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2017 Maserati Ghibli Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Front and rear parking sensor and Rear view camera with image displayed on center MTC. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Double wishbone front suspension while the rear suspension is. The car also features a Yes It has 19-inch machine-painted Poseidone design alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 377 N.m of torque and a top speed of 258 km/h. The 2017 Maserati Ghibli Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 14.1 L/100km in the city and 9.8 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 84,950
| Name | Base | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 84,950 | |
| Body | Sedan | |
| Doors | 4 Doors | |
| Engine | Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve | |
| Power | 345 hp @ 5250 rpm | |
| Number of Seats | 5 Seats | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode | |
| Cargo Space | 500.0 L | |
| Maximum Cargo Space | 500.0 L | |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch machine-painted Poseidone design alloy wheels | |
| Series | ||
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive | |
| Horsepower | 345 HP | |
| Torque | 377 N.m | |
| Top Speed | 258 km/h | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) | 6.0 s | |
| Fuel Type | ||
| Fuel Consumption (City) | 14.1 L/100km | |
| Fuel Consumption (Highway) | 9.8 L/100km | |
| Gear Type | auto | |
| Weight | 1,810 KG | |
| Brand | Maserati | |
| Model | Ghibli | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) | 14.1 s | |
| 0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed | 163.5 km/h | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) | 23.3 s | |
| 0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed | 184.0 km/h | |
| Modifications (MODS) | ||
| Modifications Cost | $ 0 |
| Used Condition | Trade In Price | Private Party Price | Dealer Retail Price |
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Many luxury automakers are now offering sedans that straddle the line between swoopy four-door coupes and traditional midsize luxury sedans. Maserati is in the mix as well with its 2017 Ghibli. The Ghibli is unmistakably a Maserati, and its style and proportions split the difference between the automaker's flagship Quattroporte sedan and Gran Turismo two-door.

On sheer Italian flair alone, the Ghibli hits the right notes. But it's not just a sharp suit; it's also a sublime handler in the corners and curves. An available twin-turbo V6 sourced from its Ferrari corporate cousin further sweetens the deal.

That's the good news, and for many it will be enough. Less impressive is the 2017 Ghibli's interior fit and finish. Borrowing buttons, knobs and switches from its corporate Fiat Chrysler parent, the Ghibli's cabin feels more Dodge and Detroit than Testarossa or Turin. It's still fairly snazzy on its own, but not when you consider other models that the Ghibli competes with.

We think those other European rivals — Mercedes-Benz's CLS- and E-Class models, Audi's A6 and A7, and the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe — are worth strong consideration first. What they might lack in passione, they account for with luxury, elegance and effortless driving experience. The Ghibli can tug at your heartstrings with its infectious spirit, but it may leave you unsatisfied after the novelty wears off.

The 2017 Maserati Ghibli is a midsize luxury sedan available in three trims: base, S and S Q4. The base model comes well-stocked with features such as 19-inch wheels, leather upholstery and navigation. The S offers more engine power, performance and luxury appointments (leather-trimmed panels, for example), and the S Q4 provides the same, but with all-wheel drive.

Standard features on the base start with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (350 horsepower, 369 pound-feet of torque) paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. From there it includes 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic xenon headlights, LED running lights and taillights, automatic wipers, a sunroof, auto-dimming mirrors, keyless entry and ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable steering wheel, leather upholstery, power and heated front seats, driver-seat memory settings, 60/40-split folding rear seats, Bluetooth, a rearview camera, an 8.4-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, and an eight-speaker sound system with satellite radio.

The Ghibli S gets the same engine with more power (410 hp, 406 lb-ft of torque), upgraded brakes, adaptive headlights with washers, automatic high beams, and additional leather dash and door trim. The Ghibli S Q4 is similarly equipped but adds all-wheel drive.

Ghibli option packages start with the Luxury package, which includes among other items ventilated front seats, a hands-free power trunk, a 10-speaker premium Harman Kardon sound system and driver assistance features such as blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, and a surround-view camera. There's also a Zegna Edition Luxury package, which integrates silk from the famed Italian design house into seats and surfaces.

The Sport package for S and S Q4 trim levels includes a choice of 19-, 20- and 21-inch alloy wheels, adaptive suspension, sport seats, shift paddles, blind-spot monitoring, and front and rear parking sensors. The Sport Carbon package swaps in a carbon-fiber steering wheel, shift paddles, doorsills and assorted interior trim bits.

The Driver Assistance package offers several modern driver aids including adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning and a surround-view camera.

Other notable options to look out for include an adaptive suspension, a variety of different wheel selections, a 15-speaker Bowers & Wilkins surround-sound audio system, upgraded leather upholstery, ventilated front seats and heated rear seats.

Not known for building boring cars, Maserati doesn’t disappoint with the 2017 Ghibli luxury-performance sedan. The Ghibli and Ghibli S are equipped with a muscular 345-horsepower twin-turbo V6, while the AWD Q4 gets an even more powerful version of the same engine good for a whopping 404 horsepower. Stomp the accelerator pedal to the floor and the Ghibli won’t hesitate to get up and go, turning out a zero-to-60-mph run in a scant 4.7 seconds. A Sport mode brings faster throttle response and quicker shifts from the 8-speed, paddle-shifted automatic. However, at speeds between zero and full throttle, the Ghibli’s performance isn’t always smooth or agreeable. The firm suspension is more than capable of dealing with the harshest S-curves, although the steering can feel a bit vague on center, then a bit too firm into the turn, almost as if it was resisting input from the driver.

ALUMINUM STRUCTUREThanks to an extensive use of aluminum, Maserati’s Ghibli sports sedan for 2017 keeps its weight right around two tons. Despite the lighter weight, the Ghibli’s structure remains appropriately stiff, which helps improve handling as well as cut down on interior rattles.EXTERIOR DESIGNLet’s face it. The first thing that catches our eye when car shopping isn’t the EPA figures or crash-test scores; it’s the design. Maserati’s Ghibli sedan for 2017 is attractive from any angle. It stands out a sea of conservative German and American design.

The interior of the 2017 Maserati Ghibli features leather, nicely designed and nicely detailed. And this is no coupe masquerading as a sedan; the four doors open to allow decent seating for real adults. Front-seat occupants are provided with 8-way-power seats, and dual-zone climate control keeps things comfy. Taken as a whole, from the curving and swooping instrument panel to the artfully crafted seats, this is a fine spot to sit and take a ride.

It’s not just the sculpted exterior that sets the 2017 Ghibli apart from the rest of the parking lot; it can be personalized in a multitude of ways. There are about a dozen color selections, color choices for the brake calipers, and numerous wheel and tire options. All that only embellishes the Ghibli’s nearly living, breathing shape. Up front is a familiar Maserati grille, with the trident displayed prominently; bearing close family resemblance to the larger Quattroporte, the theme somehow seems more fitting on the Ghibli’s smaller structure. From Fiats to Ferraris, the Italians have seldom done un-handsome cars.

We’re talking about a midsize-luxury-sports sedan with an exotic heritage, so the Maserati Ghibli is expectedly well-equipped. Standard fare includes a power sunroof, Italian-leather upholstery, heated and 8-way-power front seats, navigation, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry and starting system, Start & Stop, Blind Spot and Cross Path alert, power trunklid with hands-free operation, and all the usual and expected driving aids and occupant-protection features. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay join a new 8.4-inch touch-screen infotainment system backed by a 900-watt, 10-speaker harman/kardon audio system.

Maserati offers the 2017 Ghibli with an immense array of personalization choices, with multiple exterior colors, leather interiors, wheel selections and even different colors for brake calipers. A new Sport Package adds 20-inch alloy wheels, red brake calipers, Skyhook Adaptive Suspension, 12-way-power sport seats and a sport steering wheel. The Luxury Package brings 19-inch alloy wheels, black brake calipers, Zegna Edition Silk or full leather interior and 12-way-power comfort seats with memory function. There’s also a Bowers & Wilkins Premium Surround system with Clari-Fi, which scans digital music and restores the details lost from digital compression.

The 2017 Ghibli models use two slightly different versions of a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6. In the base Ghibli and the Ghibli S it makes 345 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque; in the AWD Q4 it makes 404 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. In either case, it’s matched to an 8-speed automatic with paddle shifters and various shift modes, offering maximum efficiency or optimum performance with crisper shifting. The engines deliver rousing performance and the Ghibli likes to be driven with verve, but it is not particularly fuel-efficient. But, if it’s fuel efficiency you’re after, why are you shopping for a Maserati Ghibli? 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 (Ghibli/Ghibli S) 345 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm 369 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750-5,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 17/24 mpg (Ghibli); 16/24 mpg (Ghibli S) 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 (Ghibli S Q4) 404 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm 406 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750-5,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/24 mpg Note: Due to changes in EPA testing to more effectively reflect real-world conditions, some 2017 models show slightly lower fuel-economy scores than their 2016 versions.

The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2017 Maserati Ghibli starts just shy of $ 73,000 and the S model just shy of $ 78,500. The AWD Ghibli S Q4 is near $ 81,000; that’s our purchase recommendation, because it has all-wheel drive and more power for not a lot more money. Add options, and the total can reach $ 100,000 or more. By comparison, some of the major competitors (BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6) can be much lower before adding on the extras. Furthermore, the higher potential price of the Ghibli is not helped by Maserati’s record of not holding onto residual values nearly as well as the competitors. Before scribbling your signature on the final line, be sure and check the Fair Purchase Price to see what other folks in your area are paying for the 2017 Ghibli.

| Engine | Standard in Trim | Power | Torque | Fuel Consumption - City | Fuel Consumption - Highway | 0-100 km/h | Quarter Mile | Half Mile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8, Twin Turbo, 3.8 Liter | Maserati Ghibli Trofeo 334 Ultima | 580 @ 6750 RPM | 377 N.m | 13.0 L/100km | 20.0 L/100km | 4.3 s | 12.0 s | 19.8 s |
| V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | Maserati Ghibli Modena Ultima Q4 | 424 @ 5750 RPM | 377 N.m | 17.0 L/100km | 25.0 L/100km | 5.5 s | 13.3 s | 22.0 s |
| 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve | Base | 345 hp @ 5250 rpm | 377 N.m | 14.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 s | 14.2 s | 23.6 s |
| 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve | Base | 345 hp @ 5250 rpm | 377 N.m | 15.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 s | 14.2 s | 23.6 s |
| 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve | S Q4 | 404 hp @ 5250 rpm | 377 N.m | 15.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km | 5.3 s | 12.0 s | 22.4 s |
| AM/FM stereo radio | Yes |
|---|---|
| Air Conditionning | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Ambient Lighting | Footwell and door panel handle LED lights |
| Audio Monitor | Maserati touch control with 8.4 touch screen display |
| Auxiliary input jack | Yes |
| Bluetooth Wireless Technology | Hands-free communication system with Bluetooth |
| Courtesy Dome Light | Courtesy lights |
| Cruise Control | Yes |
| Driver Vanity Mirror | Driver-side illuminated vanity mirror |
| Garage Door Opener | Homelink universal garage-door opener |
| Heated Washer Nozzle (Option) | Heated windshield washer fluid nozzles |
| Intelligent Key System | Yes |
| Internet | Apple chip |
| Number of Speakers | 8 speakers including subwoofer |
| Passenger Vanity Mirror | Front passenger-side illuminated vanity mirror |
| Power Adjustable Pedals (Option) | Power footpedals |
| Power Outlet | 3 12-volt power outlets |
| Power Windows | Front and rear power windows with anti pinch sensor |
| Premium Sound System (Option) | Bowers & Wilkins premium surround sound system |
| Rear Sunscreen (Option) | Power rear sunblind |
| Rear View Mirror | Auto-dimming rear view mirror |
| Remote Keyless Entry | Remote keyless entry / key-less go function |
| Remote Starter (Option) | Remote engine starter |
| SD Memory Card | SD card reader |
| Single CD | CD player |
| Single DVD | DVD player |
| Sirius XM satellite radio | SiriusXM satellite radio(with 90 day subscription) / SiriusXM travel link and Traffic (for 48 months) |
| Smoking Convenience (Option) | Smoker's kit |
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt and telescopic steering wheel |
| Streaming Audio | Streaming audio via Bluetooth |
| Trunk/Hatch Operation | Remote trunk release |
| Trunk Cargo Power Trunk Tailgate (Option) | Power trunk / hand free |
| USB Connector | Yes |
| Cargo Capacity | 500 L |
|---|---|
| Curb Weight | 1810 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79.8 L |
| Height | 1461 mm |
| Length | 4971 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2997 mm |
| Width | 1947 mm |
| Automatic Headlights | Automatic headlamp activation |
|---|---|
| Exhaust | Stainless steel exhaust with chrome exhaust tips |
| Exterior Decoration | Chromeline exterior trim |
| Exterior Folding Mirrors | Power-folding outside mirrors |
| Exterior Mirrors Lamp | Mirrors integrated LED turn lights |
| Grille | Black grille with chrome trim |
| Headlight Type | Bi-xenon headlights |
| Headlights Adaptive Headlights (Option) | Adaptive bi-xenon headlights |
| Headlights Daytime Running Lights | LED daytime running lights |
| Headlights Headlight Washers (Option) | Headlamp washing system-no heat |
| Heated Exterior Mirrors | Heated outside mirrors |
| Heated Windshield | Heated rear window |
| Power Exterior Mirrors | Power-adjustable outside mirrors |
| Rear Window Defroster | Demist sensor |
| Sunroof | Power glass sunroof |
| Sunroof Operation | Tilting and sliding sunroof |
| Taillights | LED taillamps |
| Tinted Glass (Option) | Rear laminated glass (sun/noise absorbing) |
| Door Trim (Option) | Leather door trim |
|---|---|
| Driver Info Center | Instrument cluster with 7-inch multifunction display |
| Floor Mats | Front floor mats |
| Folding Rear Seats | 60/40-split folding rear bench seat |
| Front Seats Climate (Option) | Ventilated front seats |
| Front Seats Driver Lombar | 4-way driver's seat power lumbar support |
| Front Seats Driver Power Seats | 6-way power driver's seat |
| Front Seats Driver Seat Memory | 2-position memory feature for driver's seat |
| Front Seats Front Seat Type | Bucket front seats |
| Front Seats Heated | Heated front seats |
| Front Seats Passenger Power Seats | 6-way power front passenger seat |
| Headliner | Cloth headliner |
| Headliner (Option) | Alcantara rooflining and pillars |
| Heated Rear Seats (Option) | Rear set with 3-place heating |
| Interior Trim Doorsills | Door sill plates in stainless steel with Maserati script |
| Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option) | Leather dashbord |
| Number of Cup Holders | 2 cupholders |
| Outside Temperature Gauge | Outside temperature display |
| Pedal Trim (Option) | Inox sport foot pedals |
| Rear Center Armrest (Option) | Premium rear armrest |
| Rear Seat Type | Rear bench seat |
| Seat Trim | Poltrona leather seats |
| Seat Trim (Option) | Premium natural leather seats |
| Shifter Knob Trim | Leather-wrapped shift knob |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
| Steering Wheel Trim (Option) | Leather/wood steering wheel |
| Drive Train | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Engine Name | Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve |
| Stability Control | Yes |
| Start button | Yes |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Transmission Paddle Shift (Option) | Yes |
| Body | Sedan |
|---|---|
| Doors | 4 |
| Engine | Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 DOHC 24-valve |
| Fuel Consumption | 14.1 (Automatic City)9.8 (Automatic Highway) |
| Power | 345 hp @ 5250 rpm |
| Seats | 5 |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode |
| Anti-Theft Alarm | Alarm system |
|---|---|
| Blind Spot Warning | Yes |
| Brake Assist | Brake assist |
| Brake Type | 4-wheel disc |
| Brakes Brake Caliper Finish | Black |
| Driver Airbag | Driver-side front airbag |
| Driver Assistance Hill Descent Control | Hill holder |
| Electronic brake force distribution | Electronic brake force distribution |
| Front Seat Belts | pre-tensioner |
| Ignition Disable | Theft-deterrent engine immobilizer |
| Knee Airbags | Driver-side knee airbag |
| Parking Brake | Electric |
| Parking Distance Sensor | Front and rear parking sensor |
| Passenger Airbag | Passenger-side front airbag |
| Rear View Camera | Rear view camera with image displayed on center MTC |
| Side Airbag | Front side airbags |
| Active Suspension (Option) | Skyhook electronic damping control |
|---|---|
| Drive Selection | 5 different drive selection |
| Front Suspension | Double wishbone front suspension |
| Front Tires | P245/45R19 |
| Power Steering | Power assisted steering with speed sensitive feature |
| Rear Tires | P275/40R19 rear tires |
| Spare Tire | 18-inch spare wheel |
| Suspension (Option) | Sport setting suspension |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | Yes |
| Turning Circle | 11.7-meter turning circle diameter |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch machine-painted Poseidone design alloy wheels |
| Wheel Type (Option) | Apollo 19-inch alloy wheels |
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