New Maserati Levante 2025: Price, consumption, picture, technical data.
If the current crop of German and Japanese luxury midsize SUVs doesn’t get your blood pumping, the new Maserati Levante may have the power and flair you’re looking for. While the standard engines on most SUVs from Audi and Mercedes-Benz are turbo four-cylinders, the Levante goes straight for the good, starting with a base twin-turbo V6 and culminating in an optional twin-turbo V8 good for up to 580 horsepower.
New Maserati Levante
At first glance, the Levante’s cabin appears to be the ultimate in class; it’s covered in rich materials – including a unique leather and silk upholstery option from fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna. But closer inspection reveals some parts shared by mainstream Jeep and Chrysler that take us out of the high-end fantasy we’ve come to expect from the trident-clad brand. The Levante’s impressive performance speaks volumes, though, and the boutique nature of the Maserati brand means buyers will be driving something with built-in exclusivity.
What’s new ?
Maserati has revamped the Levante lineup , replacing the familiar GranLusso, GranSport and GTS models with a new three-trim arrangement that starts with the luxury-focused GT and extends to the sportier Modena and high-performance Trofeo. The GT is powered by the twin-turbo V-6 engine that has received a slight power boost to 350 hp. The Modena gets a pumped-up version of the V-6 with 430 hp, while the Modena S features a 550 hp twin-turbo V-8. The Trofeo is powered by a 580 hp version of the twin-turbo V-8. All models get updated Maserati logos throughout and wear new trim stripes above the Levante’s fender-mounted vents.
Although it adds a lot of coin to the bottom line, we’d go for the Modena S model and its sexy-sounding 550-horsepower twin-turbo V-8. The Modena S also adds 20-inch wheels, a leather interior with stitched dash and door panels, and steering column-mounted paddle shifters. All Modena S models also come with red-painted brake calipers and the Nerissimo Pack appearance package, which adds a more menacing look by adding darkened exterior panels.
Engine, transmission and performance
While the Levante isn’t the fastest or most powerful luxury crossover, it certainly plays one of the better soundtracks. Under the hood of most Levante models is a twin-turbocharged V6 that sends its 350 horsepower—or 430 horses in the Modena—to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic. In our testing, a 2017 V-6-powered Levante delivered a zero-to-60 mph time of 5.1 seconds, besting the Mercedes-AMG GLE53. The Modena S and Trofeo models come with twin-turbo V-8s with 550 and 580 horsepower, respectively. At the test track, a GTS (which will be replaced by the Modena S in ) launched to 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds, while a Trofeo did it in 3.6 seconds. With its adaptive dampers set to Sport mode, the Levante’s ride is jarring when driving over all but the smoothest road surfaces. Comfort is much more pleasant, although the suspension is hardly supple with the dampers in their default setting.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
On paper, the Levante isn’t a gas guzzler. In fact, its EPA estimates for V-6 models – 16 mpg city and 22 mpg highway – are closer to V-8-powered rivals than to other V-6s. In our real-world testing, however, the V-6 impressed us with a highway fuel economy result that was much higher than its ratings, with a 24 mpg result. The V-8-powered models received ratings of 13 mpg city and 20 mpg highway and delivered 20 mpg in our testing. For more information on the Levante’s fuel economy, visit the EPA’s website.
Interior, comfort and cargo
At first glance, the Levante’s interior looks classy and high-quality, especially in our test vehicle, which featured the full-leather treatment in a rich dark brown. Open-pore wood trim, a leather-covered dashboard, tasteful chrome accents, and the traditional Maserati analog clock give the Levante a classic, old-school luxury feel. Closer inspection, however, reveals parts that are obviously shared with other Stellantis brands – for example, the window switches, wiper lever, and ignition button are the same as the Jeep Cherokee – which is a disappointment. The controls, however, are functional and better than some of the ergonomically questionable examples Maserati has developed itself over the years. Speaking of ergonomics, the seating position in the Levante is great and clearly geared toward spirited driving. Like a pair of Versace stilettos, the Levante puts a lot of emphasis on style. The cargo area still accommodated a respectable number of our carry-on bags (eight behind the rear seat, 19 with the rear seat folded down), although others in this segment fared much better. But park them all side by side and the Maserati’s bravura overshadows the practicality of its rivals.
Infotainment and connectivity
We didn’t get a chance to try out Maserati’s latest infotainment interface, but it’s said to be brilliantly rendered on the Levante’s 8.4-inch touchscreen. Most vehicle functions, including climate control, are adjusted through the infotainment display, but the system also offers a voice-activated virtual assistant. Navigation is standard, as are SiriusXM satellite radio, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A wireless charging pad is also included. Although an eight-speaker stereo system is standard, buyers can upgrade to either a 14-speaker Harman/Kardon setup or a 17-speaker Bowers & Wilkins system.
Safety and driver assistance functions
Some driver-assistance features are standard, and other more advanced technologies are optional across the lineup. For more information on the Levante’s crash test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
- Standard automatic high beam
- Standard blind spot monitoring
- Available automatic emergency braking
Warranty and maintenance coverage
The Levante’s warranty is nothing special, with a 4-year or 50,000-mile policy that covers everything, including corrosion protection and roadside assistance. Rivals offer something extra to stand out from the crowd, such as free scheduled maintenance or an unlimited-mileage roadside assistance plan – but not Maserati.
