2019 Maserati Levante

This year Maserati has introduced the Levante with much more than before. The 2019 Levante is available in six trims. The base is the Levante which is priced at $75,980 and the second in line is the Levante S which is priced at $86,980. Both of them come with a 3.0 Liter twin-turbo V6 engine with 345 hp and 424 hp respectively. Moreover, they inherit most of their features from its predecessors. The newly introduced trims i.e., the GTS and the Trofeo are priced at $119,980 and $169,980 respectively. They are equipped as 3.8 Liter V8 engines which give out a horsepower of 550hp and 590hp respectively. The Levante GTS is packed up many features to provide you with the ultimate grand touring experience. On the other hand, the Trofeo stands as the ultimate Levante of this year.

Trim	Base	GranSport	GranLusso	S	S GranLusso	S Gran Sport
MSRP	$75,980	$81,980	$81,980	$86,980	$91,980	$91,980
Key Features	19-inch Zefiro aluminum wheels	All the features are the same as the Levante	All features of the Levante S plus:	All features of the Levante Gran Lusso plus:	Additional or replacing features on S :	Additional or replacing features on S GranLusso
	Bi-Xenon headlamps	20-inch dark gray staggered Efesto alloy wheels	22-inch wheels	424 @ 5,750 rpm Horsepower 428 @ 1,750 rpm Torque	Zegna Silk cloth/leather seat trim	Leather Seat trim
	Q4 Intelligent all-wheel-drive system	LED Matrix headlamps	Adaptive LED matrix headlamps	Leather Seat trim		20" machined w/painted accents Aluminum Wheels
	Adaptive air suspension	Heated & ventilated front seats with heated rear seats	New aluminum hood with dual vents
	Skyhook performance suspension with electronic damping	12-way power front sports seats upholstered in premium perforated leather	Carbon fiber splitter, front grille blades, side skirts, and rear valance
	Heated front seats	Full-grain Pieno Fiore natural leather interior	Carbon fiber engine cover and red cylinder heads
	8.4-inch Maserati Touch Control Plus with Navigation	New gearshift lever with shorter travel and improved functionality	Trofeo badging
	Apple CarPlay & Android Auto	Heated leather sport steering wheel	Piano Fiore natural leather with accent stitching
	SiriusXM satellite radio with a 1-year trial subscription	Aluminum column-mounted paddle shifters and Inox sport pedals	Trofeo logo stitched on the headrest
	Rearview camera with front & rear park sensors	14-speaker, 900-watt Harman Kardon Premium Audio System	3D matte carbon fiber weave pattern trim
	Blindspot alert	Corsa Drive Mode with Launch Control

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The 2019 Levante and the Levante S are the same as their predecessors. But the new additions are much more power-packed and feature-filled so if you are ready to pay more, you can always go for one of them. Moreover, the base trim and the Levante S are available with two options the Gran Lusso and Gransport. So if you cannot go for the higher trims you can always pay a little more and customize your Levante as per your choice.

"While the Levante is not the quickest or the most powerful performance-oriented luxury crossover, it certainly plays one of the better soundtracks. In the real-world hustle, this Maserati's acceleration is more than adequate." - Car and Driver

Engine and Transmission

The 2019 Maserati Levante is equipped with the latest-generation Euro 6c-compliant engines which are not only powerful and exciting to drive but also are eco-friendly due to the Auto Start and Stop function. Both the V6 and V8 engines are built at the Ferrari factory in Maranello, Italy. The base 3.0 Liter twin-turbo V6 engines capable of churning out a horsepower of 345 hp along with a torque of 369 lb.ft. While on the other hand, the most powerful 3.8 Liter twin-turbo V8 engine of the Trofeo is capable of producing a horsepower of 590 hp and a torque of 538 lb.ft.

These engines are paired up with an 8 Speed Automatic transmission and an intelligent Q4 all-wheel-drive system. The Q4 AWD system is quite composed and provides stability with ease on all terrains. While the Levante is not the quickest or the most powerful performance-oriented luxury crossover, it certainly plays one of the better soundtracks.

Models	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
MSRP	$75,980	$65,700	$67,400	$61,500
Engine	3.0L twin-turbo V6	3.0L twin-turbo V6	3.0L TFSI V6	3.0L Supercharged V6
Transmission	8-Speed ZF Automatic	8-Speed Tiptronic S Automatic	8-Speed Tiptronic Automatic	8-Speed Automatic
Horsepower	345hp	340hp	354hp	380 hp
Torque	369 lb.ft	331 lb.ft	369 lb.ft	332 lb.ft

The Levante comes in line with the mid-size crossovers such as the Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q8 and the Jaguar F-Pace S. But while talking about the power, the Levante lags behind a bit whereas the F-Pace S leads the line followed by the Audi Q8.

Acceleration

The 2019 Levante can attain a max speed of 156 mph. The twin-turbo V6 engine of the Levante is powerful enough to accelerate the car to a speed of 60 MPH in around 5.8 seconds covering a distance of up to 34.5 meters. Moreover, its aerodynamic design helps it glide swiftly through the wind with ease.

Models	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
0-60 MPH	5.8 Sec	5.9 Sec	5.6 Sec	5.1 Sec
Quarter mile	12.4	13.2	11.5	11.0
Engine	3.0L twin-turbo V6	3.0L twin-turbo V6	3.0L TFSI V6	3.0L Supercharged V6
Curb Weight (lbs.)	4,649	4,377	4,938	4,090

Due to the less powerful engine, the Levante lags a bit in performance. The F-Pace takes the least time to attain a speed of 60 MPH followed by the Audi Q8. Then come the Levante and Cayenne that run on par with each other.

Ride and Handling

The 2019 Maserati Levante comes equipped with the Maserati Stability Program (MSP). It is an advanced active safety and driver assistance system which has been developed for maintaining both its on-road and off-road characters. Moreover, the Maserati has incorporated the Integrated Vehicle Control (IVC) function into the Maserati Stability Program control for the first time in the Levante range. This function uses a smart, feed-forward controller which predicts driving situations and makes the engine speed and brakes adapt to it accordingly. It helps the drivers to maintain control of their vehicle, unlike the traditional ESP systems which simply corrects the driver’s mistakes.

Moreover, it comes equipped with Skyhook performance suspension with electronic damping, Electric Power Steering (EPS), Brembo brakes and the Q4 AWD system to provide maximum comfort while driving on any type of road. Especially the Skyhook Suspension which comes in 2 levels of 3 different modes namely Normal, Sport and Off-roading which helps the driver adjust the suspension in accordance with the terrain he is driving on. An adjustable air suspension keeps the ride pretty comfortable, but you may find that the Levante rides a little harshly for a luxury vehicle.

Braking

The 2019 Maserati Levante is equipped with 2-piston floating calipers working on ventilated discs at the front. The rear brakes are the same in the Levante. On the other hand, the Levante S, the GTS, and the Trofeo trim come equipped with Brembo 6-piston aluminum monobloc calipers working on drilled discs in the front and floating calipers with ventilated drilled discs are fitted at the rear.

Model	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
Brake Front (in.)	14.9	13.7	14.8	12.2
Brake Rear (in.)	12.9	12.9	13.8	13.5
60-0 MPH (ft.)	118	121	119	118

The Levante is equipped with 14.9 inches brakes in the front and 12.9 inches brakes in the back. They are capable of bringing the car to a halt at 118 ft while traveling at a speed of 60MPH.

The engineers at the Maserati have re-designed this the 2019 Levante in such a way that most of the features such as its aerodynamic design, Keyless Start and Stop feature and many other features contribute in minimizing the fuel consumption and emissions. This makes the Levante give an average Fuel Economy of 20.2* MPG with a mileage of 16.2 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the Highway.

Model	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
MPG (city)	16.2*	18	17	18
MPG (highway)	24*	15	22	23
MPG (combined)	20.2*	16	19	20
Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)	6.4*	N/A	N/A	7.2

* The fuel consumption and CO2 emission figures shown were determined according to the European Regulation (EC) 715/2007 in the version applicable at the time of type approval.

The Fuel economy of the 2019 Cayenne is not yet available. However, after looking at the other, it can be said that the efforts put in by the manufacturer have borne fruits.

"There's a lot to love inside, though a small cargo hold and some down-market pieces detract from its elite styling." - Cars, US News

Seating and Comfort

This 5 seater SUV crossover has quite some space to comfortable space to fit in your dear ones with ease. For this, it provides you with a passenger volume of 108 cu.ft. Moreover, its manufacturers say that the abundant space for five passengers, a fine selection of premium materials, state-of-the-art human-machine interface and front-rear passenger compartments in sheer harmony are some of the first-class features in the cabin of the Levante. The front seats offer a dozen power adjustments that make it easy to find an agreeable position. There’s also a good amount of space upfront, and the seats are comfortable. 

Model	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
Passenger capacity	5	5	5	5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	36.8/56.7/40.3	39.8/57.7/41.3	36.8/56.7/40.3	37.8/57.7/40.3
Rear (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)	36.5/54.8/37.2	38.5/57.8/37.2	38.5/56.8/37.2	37.5/55.8/37.2
Passenger Volume (cu.ft)	108	N/A	N/A	N/A

Interior Features

• Standard remote start
• Hands-free power trunk with kick sensor
• Soft-close doors
• Power adjustable foot pedals
• Power adjustable rear sunblinds
• 4-zone climate control
• 12-way power front seats with memory
• Headrests embroidered or embossed with the Trident
• Hand-stitched details throughout the cabin
• Interiors available in premium perforated leather, Pieno Fiore natural leather or Zegna silk upholstery
• Available interior trims include open-pore regimental wood veneer, 3D matte carbon fiber or high gloss metal net weave

Infotainment

The Maserati has installed the 2019 Levante with its well-known highly responsive interface i.e., the Maserati Touch Control Plus (MCT+). Moreover, the infotainment system consists of a high-resolution 8.4-inch multi-touch screen and a user-friendly rotary knob in the central console, a high-quality forged aluminum component offering intuitive control of audio volume and other functions. This year it also includes the AHA function. This function extends the AM, FM and DAB digital radio with a network connectivity options in addition to the MCT+.

Let’s see what infotainment features it has to provide us:

• Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+) 8.4-inch multi-touch screen display with center console rotary control
• Apple CarPlay / Android Auto / Bluetooth
• 900-watt, 14-speaker Harman Kardon Premium Audio System standard on Levante GranLusso, GranSport, GTS and Trofeo
• 1,280-watt, 17-speaker Bowers & Wilkins Ultra Premium Audio System standard on Levante Trofeo
• SiriusXM Radio with 1-year trial
• SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link with a 5-year trial subscription

Cargo Volume

The 2019 Maserati Levante provides you with a cargo space of 19.4 cu.ft. It is quite enough for loading up your luggage for a long drive on a weekend.  Its cargo area still accommodated a respectable number of carry-on suitcases, even if others in this segment fared much better.

Model	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
Cargo Volume (ft.3)	19.4	27.1	N/A	33.5

Though the cargo volume of the Levante is quite adequate, it looks like its competitors are providing you with quite impressive cargo volume.

"Like a pair of Versace stilettos, the Levante puts a big emphasis on style." - Car and Driver

Design and Styling

Whereas the Range Rover and Cayenne are fairly common, the Maserati draws plenty of stares. Making an SUV "sexy" isn't easy, but Maserati has worked its magic with the Levante. The design concept of the 2019 Levante has been revamped to improve aerodynamic efficiency. However, it still maintains the anytime recognizable look that the Maserati designed it with. With an overall length of 197 inches, a width of 85 inches and a height of 66.1 inches, it still looks quite extruding and stylish.

Dimensions and Weight

Model	Maserati Levante	Porsche Cayenne	Audi Q8	Jaguar F-Pace S
Curb weight (lbs.)	4,649	4,377	4,938	4,090
Length(in)	197	193.7	196.6	186.3
Width(in)	85	86.4	86.2	81.5
Height(in)	66.1	66.8	67.2	65
Ground clearance (in)	7.8	8.2	5.75	8.4
Wheelbase (in)	118.3	114	117.9	113.1
Track width (in) F/R	63.9/66	66.2/65.9	66.1/66.8	64.6/65.1

Its dimensions are quite similar to its competitors but what makes it easily recognizable is its legendary looks and style. The Levante GranSport, which has the front and rear styling of the V8-powered models, also has front and rear body inserts done in piano black, plus GranSport badges, red brake calipers and 20-inch wheels. 

Exterior Features

• Aggressively sculpted front grille
• Iconic triple side air vents
• Sleek, coupe-like profile with frameless door windows
• Subtle spoiler and quad tailpipes
• Optional Bianco Alpi and Blu Nobile tri-coat paint finishes
• Available Nerissimo Packages emphasize black exterior elements

The 2019 Maserati Levante is well equipped with quite abundant and advanced safety features in order to keep you out of trouble at all times. So let’s have a look at what all it provides to keep you safe on your drive:

• Six airbags
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Adaptive Front Lighting
• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Lane Keeping Assist, Highway Assist System (HAS)
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Surround-View Camera
• Forward Collision Warning Plus
• Rear Cross Path Function
• Front and rear parking sensors and rear-view camera
• Hill holder and Hill Descent Control

IIHS and NHTSA have not yet rated this vehicle

Maserati Levante vs Porsche Cayenne

The Cayenne has been in the market for quite some time and has gained the trust of the market. On the other hand, the Levante was introduced to the market of midsize crossover SUVs just a couple of years back but is loaded up with many advanced features. However, the Porsche along with its low price and on par power and performance also provides quite some space thus bringing itself into consideration.

The Cayenne's interior is nicer and feels better put together than the Levante's, but the Maserati offers a bit more style and panache than the Cayenne's more anonymous look. However, both of these SUVs can easily cost more than $150,000. All things considered, you’re better off with the Porsche.

Maserati Levante vs Audi Q8

The Audi Q8 is the newcomer to the market. But looks like coming straight into the market it is going to give a tough competition to most of the midsize crossovers in the line including the 2019 Maserati Levante. The intelligently-crafted Levante combines both excellent performances with outstanding interior elegance, including state-of-the-art technology. 

 The Audi has a good amount of cargo space and a second-row room, and you can equip it with the third row of seats. In terms of overall performance, the Audi Q8 seems to be a sensible alternative to the Maserati Levante.

Maserati Levante vs Jaguar F-Pace S

The 2019 Jaguar F-Pace S is the sports trim of the Jaguar F-Pace. Its supercharged V6 engine is quite powerful than that of the Levante. In fact, it is a better performer and gives a fuel economy on par to the Levante. Moreover, it is also a feature-rich as the Levante and has many spacious interiors. And all this at a very low price than the Levante. Thus the F-Pace might get more Preference than the Levante. The 2019 Jaguar F-Pace is a balanced, desirable crossover SUV and defeats the Maserati Levante in terms of overall performnace.

Looks like 2019 Maserati Levante is not all about power and performance this year. The price you are going to pay for it looks quite justified for the comfort, advanced features and versatility it provides. However, if you still consider power and performance as a factor the newly introduced GTS and Trofeo might win your heart. Still, its price is a huge factor because its competitors are providing even more power-packed performers for the same price.

FAQ

What is the Maserati Levante based on?

The actual car, called the Maserati Levante, is based on the Maserati large cars (Ghibli and Quattroporte), which are loosely based on the Chrysler 300C.

How much is a Maserati SUV?

It starts at $75,980, or $1,000 more than the Maserati Ghibli sedan. Prices start at $86,980 for the Maserati Levante S AWD, $119,980 for the Maserati Levante GTS, and $169,980 for the Maserati Levante Trofeo.

Is the Maserati Levante reliable?

Yes, the Levante is a good luxury midsize SUV and it has proved very reliable over the period of time.