At the beginning of 2019, Al Gardner, Maserati’s North American Production CEO, promised to give consumers something new to talk about every four to six months for the next couple of years.
Thus far, the promise has been kept. At the moment, talks about the Maserati Levante Trofeo is all the rage. The mid-cycle facelift of this SUV is not set to debut until next year. Still, when the car was recently spotted during a winter test drive, focus and curiosity shifted to this Maserati and the changes we can see and discuss.
What Does the Current Levante Trofeo Model Offer?
The current Maserati Levante Trofeo is a slick, full-size SUV with a big engine. A Ferrari V8 3.8-litre twin-turbo engine provides its 580 horsepower. The Trofeo accelerates beautifully from 0-100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 309 km/h. It’s an SUV that performs wonderfully, and it’s the company’s most powerful production car. However, Maserati hasn’t sacrificed any of the car’s luxury for its performance. The bonnet is designed with two vents providing better cylinder cooling, and its light aluminum is merged with the carbon fiber elements in the front splitter, side skirts, and bumper. The best combination of components has been used to give this SUV its sporty punch.
So What’s New?
The new Trofeo will probably not be all that different in terms of looks. It seems like the exterior of the SUV has been kept pretty much the same. Only some minor changes might be seen once the SUV is officially debuted. Changes will probably include things like new front bumper and taillights. When the SUV was spotted, changes to the interior couldn’t be identified because the dash and interior were covered, which is a good sign. We are expecting some new features on the dashboard.
Exactly what these changes will be can only be speculated. Still, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced upgrades to its Uconnect system that will roll out globally for all cars in the FCA group. The new Uconnect 5 brings with it several updated programming details as well as the most prominent screen (12.3”) of any FCA product. This upgraded infotainment system will probably bring with it beautifully updated display features on the dash as well.
The engine is the most significant confirmed change, and under the hood of the new Trofeo will be a 4-liter V8 engine that will still deliver the 590 horsepower of the current Trofeo. This engine won’t come from Ferrari. They will no longer provide engines for Maserati. We can only speculate as to the origin of the new engine. It is quite possible that the engine comes from the FCA group and that it’s tuned for this specific model. It is also quite possible that Maserati is working with another third party supplier for their engines. None of these speculations have yet been confirmed. We will have to wait for Maserati to make their official debut and further announcements.
Why Change?
While it seems like the new Maserati Levante Trofeo will still be very similar to the current model, the changes do breathe life into an already fantastic SUV. This facelift is part of Maserati’s plan to refresh its entire lineup by 2022.
Maserati is well known for providing drivers with Italian style and performance.
From the sport-sedan Ghibli, that gives you the best of both worlds, to the sporty GranTurismo, Maserati has fitted its cars with all the bells and whistles to provide them all with visceral driving experience. It is truly Maserati technology that helps separate them from the pack.
Infotainment
Across the entire range of Maseratis, you have the 8.4-inch Touch Control System, perfectly designed into the dashboard, and serves as the master hub to control all the other features in your Maserati. The system can pair with your smartphone to mirror the screen on the car’s display and also has features like voice command, an SD card reader, and Bluetooth. You can even personalize the navigation of your car’s settings menus to quickly and easily check and change your settings. This Maserati technology helps you focus on the road ahead.
Maserati Technology for the Driver
The Maserati Ghibli, Levante, and Quattroporte all come with the same underlying Maserati driver technology that makes life easier and enhances the driving experience. While you should always be alert when driving, these systems take the stress out of driving and allow you just to enjoy owning a Maserati.
An Adaptive Cruise Control with a Stop and Go feature means you can comfortably drive on highways and freeways and have the car think for you as it automatically adjusts its speed and distance. The Stop and Go feature is especially helpful in stop-and-start traffic where your Maserati will automatically stop and go again in transit if the stop is only 2 or 3 seconds.
Along with this feature, the Lane Keeping Assistant helps you to safely stay in your lane and reduces the risk of accidentally veering into the adjoining lane. You can set the system to either warn you on display or warn you with a vibration in the steering wheel and apply a corrective steering torque. These two features are integrated into one in the partially automated Highway Assist System that maintains your chosen speed, maintains the correct distance from the car in front of you, and assists in keeping you in your lane with active steering control.
The Maserati’s Active Blind Spot Assist works toward protecting you from the common hazard of cars entering your blind spot. If another vehicle is in your blind spot, your Maserati will give you a visual and audible warning, and you can also set the extent to which corrective steering torque is applied. This system ties in with your Surround View Camera that assists you in parking as well as the Forward Collision Warning that assesses the vehicle in front of you and warns you should a rear-end collision be imminent.
Advanced Driving Assistance Systems
Your Maserati will use various systems in its Stability Program to maintain the handling and grip of your car to ensure a safer and smoother ride. At the same time, the Integrated Vehicle Control anticipates and corrects problems that could cause instability. The Adaptive LED Matrix Headlamps provide further peace of mind at night as they provide a 200% greater field of vision than the standard halogen lights.
The GranTurismo and GTS Convertible don’t come with quite the same driver tech. Still, it also has the Maserati Stability Program. It includes the standard parking assistance, ABS, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Anti Slippage Regulation, and Advanced Brake Assistance, as well as an advanced airbag system, giving this sports car the safety features it needs. The Advanced Light Control system dramatically improves the lighting of the car at day and night. Headlamps swivel to enhance illumination of a corner while Daytime Running Lights and a grouping of 96 LEDs on the taillight aid in day and nighttime visibility. This Maserati technology does not only enhance your driving experience but keeps you safe too!
Don’t you wish that you could buy a car from home?
Well, you’re in luck! Even if you are in the comfort of your home, Champion Maserati has you covered. With our new virtual sales experience, you can buy, lease, or even get service advice for your Maserati vehicle. Powered by Zoom, you can speak to our highly qualified sales and service staff for all your car needs. All you need is your phone and a comfortable place to chat. So, grab your favorite cup of coffee or snack, and call us any time during our normal hours of operation.
Virtual Sales Experience Offerings
Champion Maserati is currently offering the following services virtually:
- Virtual Walk-throughs
- Virtual Lot-Walk showing current inventory
- Zoom meeting Service appointment and valet pick-up/Delivery
- Over the Phone Trade-In Appraisal
- Virtual Consignment Consultation
Keep dirt, dust, and germs away from your Maserati vehicle while also maintaining the beauty of your car.
No one likes a dirty car. Cars can be filled with dust, dirt, and germs. On average, Americans spend 18 days in their car per year[1]. That’s a lot of time sitting in traffic jamming out to music on your way to work or driving your kids around town. Cars are high-traffic areas and breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses. Keep your vehicle and family germ-free with Champion Maserati’s clean car tips. Follow our car cleaning guide to protect yourself and your loved ones this season.
Clean Car Tip #1: Grab the RIGHT Cleaning Products and Gloves
Not all cleaning products are made equal. Understand what your car’s interior is made of. Is it fabric? Is it leather? Or maybe a combination of both? Choosing the right cleaning products will allow you to clean your car thoroughly while also maintaining the quality of your Maserati vehicle. If you aren’t sure which cleaners will do the best job, the CDC has provided recommendations. Make sure to also have a vacuum ready to pick up the dirt and dust.
In addition, make sure to glove up since you don’t want to harm your hands with harsh chemicals and spread more germs in your car. Gloves will also come in handy when picking up trash – like used tissues. Practice proper glove removal by peeling off and turning inside out. The CDC also recommends you wash your hands immediately after removing your gloves and not to use reusable gloves since they can hold onto viruses and spread it to another surface.
Clean Car Tip #2: Don’t Forget Between the Seats and Other High Touch Areas
When a car is dirty, it is easy to notice large dirt particles such as receipts and bags. Make sure that you look for the smaller dirt and dust particles that inhabit between and under the seats. Some overlooked areas that still need cleaning are the infotainment touch screen, the climate and audio controls, the steering wheel, the gear shifter, the turn signal, power window, mirror, and locking buttons, keys, and push-button ignitions. Avoid damaging your electronics by using disinfecting wipes and avoid using ammonia-based cleaning products. These products can deteriorate the anti-glare coating. Instead, it is best to spritz an alcohol-based cleaner onto a microfiber cloth for a quick wipe down. The EPA even has an approved products list of products that are effective and safe to use.
Clean Car Tip #3: Remove your Floor Mats
Using an upholstery attachment without bristles on your vacuum for this step. First, begin with your carpets. It is best to go over the carpet area multiple times to ensure all dust and dirt is removed. The next area is one of the most forgotten areas. Check the area around the accelerator and the brake pedals. It is usually the dirtiest area since the driver’s legs rest here. Pay special attention to this area. Lastly, using the same attachment, vacuum the floor mats and give them a quick tap outside of the vehicle to ensure all dust has been removed. If there is some tough dirt remaining, repeat this step.
Car Cleaning Tip #4: Clean the Plastic and Vinyl Segments
Grab a microfiber cloth and a vinyl cleaner. First, using one side of the cloth, wipe the dust away. Next, spray a little vinyl cleaner on the cloth and wipe the surface. Make sure to get the door panels, glove box, steering wheel column covers, and anywhere else that has plastic or vinyl. No spot should go uncleaned!
Car Cleaning Tip #5: Clean the Seats and Windows
If you have leather seats, make sure you have a leather cleaner, a leather conditioner, and a microfiber cloth. The American Chemistry Council and the Center of the Biocide Chemistries has a list of products that are approved to be used on soft surfaces. Spray the leather cleaner onto the cloth and wipe all leather surfaces. Once the surface is dry, apply the leather conditioner to maintain a wrinkle-free leather seat. Windows should be cleaned last so that you can remove any other conditioners or cleaners that landed on them during the cleaning process. This will retain the glassy condition and streak-free shine. To clean your windows and windshield, apply glass cleaner onto a microfiber cloth and wipe until windows are shiny and clean. Don’t forget to remove the dust in the window seal. This is the area that the window goes in when it is rolled down completely.
Why is it Important to Clean My Vehicle?
Not only is cleaning your vehicle important for maintaining your new car look and feel, but it can also help prevent the spread of germs and reinfection. If you have children, you know they make it easy to spread germs. Pay attention to surfaces that your children touch all the time. Wash items like car seats, car blankets, rear-seat entertainment systems, climate controls, seat belts, and even books or toys that are kept in the car. Make sure to follow the care instructions on your child’s favorite stuffed animals or let the toy take a ride in the washing machine on a gentle setting. Hard plastic toys should be washed in a diluted bleach solution. According to the CDC, the best solution is mixing four tablespoons of bleach into a quart of water or five tablespoons in a gallon. Never mix ammonia and bleach-based cleaners!
Prevent Reinfection by Keeping Wipes and Hand Sanitizer Handy
It is always good to keep a bottle of hand sanitizer in your car. Not only is it great for giving your hands a quick clean after pumping gas, but also for cleaning hands when soap is not readily available to stop the spread of germs. Look for a hand sanitizer that has an alcohol content of at least 60 percent. Regularly disinfect your steering wheel, gear shifter, and any other surfaces you touch often.
[1] https://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1122782_study-americans-spend-18-days-in-their-car-per-year-forge-close-bonds-with-a-vehicle
Maserati Service Clinic on April 15th 2017
You didn’t settle when you purchased your vehicles. Don’t start now. Champion Maserati’s factory authorized service center is now open. When it comes to servicing your Maserati get your knowledge from the source. Our team is excited and ready to exceed your expectations.
A dying wish recently came true for Caleb Hammond, an 11-year-old Oskaloosa boy who has terminal leukemia. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale, an Experience Auto Group company partnered with Iowa Speedway this past Wednesday, August 29, 2018 to give an 11-year old the ultimate last chance of his short-lived lifetime. The dealership caught wind of an article recently about Caleb Hammond, a boy who has been living with cancer since 2017 and recently was told the treatment has stopped working, who’s been a racing fan since he was 2 years old and who’s last request was to ask for racing stickers for his casket. Taking it to the next level, Garrett Hayim, Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale owner/president-who’s own father has experienced near-death bouts with cancer, and who now has children of his own, decided to take it a step further, offering to ship the dealership’s race hauler and race car to Iowa to give Caleb the surprise and chance of a lifetime.
On August 29, Caleb was surrounded by friends, family, and supporters at Iowa Speedway for the unveiling of the Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale experience, where the sweet, strong-spirited 11-year-old received the ultimate royal racing treatment, having the opportunity to tour the facility and have some lap time in the dealership’s Ferrari 488 Challenge car.
Day of Racing at Monticello Motor Club to benefit Kids4Kids- St. Judes
Join the Champion Maserati team for a Day of Racing at Monticello Motor Club benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital* Monday, July 31, 2017
Details:
- 10am- Rally to Monticello
- 12pm- Lunch/Instructor Class/Silent Auction
- 1pm-5pm- Track time/Karting/Hot Laps/Off-Road
- Course 5pm-7:3pm- Cocktail hour &
- Dinner Reception LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE RSVP BELOW
There will be a 2:1 instructor driving ratio for all activities. Track Time: Drivers will take part in multiple configurations of Monticello Motor Club’s 4.1 mile track complete with 22 turns, 450 feet of elevation changes, and 1.5 miles of straights with the guidance of a professional driving instructor.
Karting:
Open lap sessions and a competitive team race on Monticello Motor Club’s .6 mile karting track.
4×4 Off-road Course:
Ride along as a passenger as a professional driving instructor takes you on a tour of the off-road course.
Hot Laps:
Ride along as a passenger with one of Monticello’s professional race car drivers as they demonstrate the true potential of one of the high performance vehicles.
*Charitable contribution is requested. Please call for more details
MASERATI’S AT THE MANSION Experience luxury, performance, and design. Experience the Maserati family with a personalized test drive on a 2 hour treat with hors d’oeuvres and drinks for all EAG clients
SUNDAY, JULY 16,
2017 12PM – 2PM
THE GLEN COVE MANSION 200 Dosoris Ln,
Glen Cove, NY 11542
RSVP REQUIRED
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*This invitation is non-transferable and for guests of The Glen Cove Mansion, Champion Maserati & Ferrari Maserati of Long Island. RSVP is a must. Must be 21+. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Join us for our special Father’s Day Cars & Coffee Celebrate Father’s Day with us with a delicious espresso and lots of great cars.
Date:
Sunday, June 18th, 2017
Time:
9AM – 11AM
Location:
Cippolini Trattoria and Bar 2110 Northern Blvd Manhasset, NY 11030
You are invited to the 9th Annual
Gold Coast Concours
Bimmerstock 2017
Sunday June 4th at 11am – 4pm
Champion Maserati is proud to support the Gold Coast Concours benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute.
Join us as we raise funds to find a cure.
