The 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo is offered in a single trim which costs $149,990. Powering this beast is a 3.8L twin-turbo V8 engine that comes coupled with 8-speed automatic transmission. Apart from that, New 22” wheels, red color brake calipers, redesigned taillights, and sharper headlights, and new upholsteries are the most striking features that you’ll find in the 2022 MY.

Additional Packages:

• Climate Package
• Driver Assistance Package
• Nerissimo Trofeo Package

Which trim should you buy?

Though you have only one trim on offer, you can customize the SUV with a vast list of options and a few additional packages as per your preferences. Additionally, the SUV comes loaded with a big list of standard features that drastically improve your experience and comfort level inside the car

Release Date

The 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo was released and made available in the market on sale from 1st July 2021.

The 2022 Levante Trofeo comes equipped with a 3.8L Twin-Turbo V8 engine that comes mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Power is sent to all four wheels as standard. The transmission comes with Manual, Sport, and Manual Sport Modes as well, which can be used according to situations. The engine generates a hefty 580 horsepower with 538 lb-ft net torque. The brawny power churned out by the engine helps the SUV achieve 0-60mph in mere 3.8 seconds, and can reach a quarter-mile within 12.1 seconds.

Talking about the engine behavior, well it’s thrilling. It offers astonishing power and it's visible once you press the gas pedal. The power delivery is linear and there are no visible lag thanks to the twin-turbo tech. The gearbox feels quite easy to operate and is responsive. The vehicle always stays on its toes and doesn’t hesitate to reach higher speeds in minimal time. The 2022 Levante Trofeo is one amongst those SUVs, which are bestowed with ‘Sports car-like handling’. It is absolutely a fruitful experience to drive this one; it's fast, nimble, and responds to your commands precisely. 

In comparison, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT is the most powerful of the lot churning out monstrous 631 horses. It is also the most expensive of the lot but the 3.1-second 0-60MPH dash justifies its price tag. While other rivals sport a twin-turbo tech under the hood, RR SV Autobiography comes equipped with a 5L supercharged V8, which is not the quickest. Audi’s RS Q8 is the cheapest of the lot and offers similar performance as its Maserati counterpart. All cars in the competition are pretty capable, unleashing over 500 horses on the tarmac.

When you buy an SUV that comes powered with a twin-turbo V8 engine, efficiency is the last thing to give a thought about. V8 engines are known to be extremely powerful but are revered gas-guzzlers. Once you’re pampered with astonishing power and performance, you’ll hardly think about efficiency. Nevertheless, the 2022 Levante Trofeo doesn’t turn us down. It manages to offer 14,18 and 15 MPG in the city, highway, and combined driving cycles respectively. Being built with a 21.1-gallon fuel tank, it offers a respectable fuel range of 379 miles on the highway

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT despite being the most powerful offers the best fuel efficiency in the lot at 17 MPG combined. It also comes with a large fuel tank at 23.7 gallons which pushes its driving range well over 450 miles. Levante Trofeo and RS Q8 offer the least fuel economy in the lot but the latter comes with a slightly larger fuel tank as compared to the Maserati. This helps it in pushing the driving range over 400 miles. The Land Rover RR SV Autobiography Dynamic despite having a large engine under the hood offers decent fuel economy. Moreover, it has the largest fuel tank under its hood of 27.9-gallons and can cover 440 miles without any difficulty. 

Maserati has flaunted excellent craftsmanship, which is apparent when you look at the cabin of the 2022 Levante Trofeo. It can accommodate 5 people and the seats are covered with Pieno Fiore Leather. The seats are 10-way power-adjustable at the front and are padded well. The front seats offer an excellent view of the road ahead. On the contrary, the back seats are laid back and restful. As standard, the cabin is embellished with wooden inserts and matte carbon fiber inserts. Moreover, the dashboard is further wrapped with leatherette and has subtle elements like an analog clock which add to its luxurious appeal. 

For further comfort, the cabin is fitted with quad-zone climate control with interior air filtration. On the flip side, when you look closely, you’ll notice buttons and other parts of brands like Jeep inside the cabin. This remains one of the disappointments. Else, the controls are user-friendly and well within comfortable reach. The Levante despite being an SUV doesn’t offer much trunk space. At the back, you get a 20.5 cubic foot cargo trunk that can accommodate small bags and luggage. Furthermore, the rear seats can be folded in a 60/40 split for further space.

The Cayenne Turbo GT comes with the smallest cargo capacity at 19.4 cu ft which makes it difficult to accommodate large bags and luggage. However, the rear seats when folded offer extra space. RR SVAutobiography offers a large cargo space at 34.5 cu ft while RS Q8 offers a balance between interior volume and cargo capacity. All cars in the competition seat 5 people as standard, while the Porsche offers seating only for 4. Standout interior features include:

• 12-way power-adjustable and heated front seats
• Pieno Fiore Leather upholstery
• 4-zone climate control
• Power, leather-wrapped, and heated steering wheel
• Hand-stitched leather inserts on the dashboard
• Matt Carbon Fiber interior trim

What’s there to keep you entertained?

The 2022 Levante Trofeo comes equipped with a pragmatic infotainment system that is user-friendly and the software runs smoothly. As standard, you get an 8.4” MTC+ display which boasts decent graphics and touch response. The infotainment unit can be controlled in 3 ways- touch, voice, and a rotary knob.

 For audio an 8-speaker audio system comes on board as standard. Other features include Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Siri Eyes Free, Bluetooth hands-free and streaming, HD Radio, and SiriusXM (all-access 1-year trial). Optional 14-speaker premium audio by Harman Kardon and 17-speaker premium audio by B&O can be fitted if you want a better audio experience. Standout infotainment features include:

• 8.4” MTC TFT display
• 8-speaker audio w/ AM/FM/Mp3/ Radio
• HD Radio
• Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Sirius XM
• Navigation
• Siri Eyes Free
• 14-speaker premium audio by Harman Kardon
• 17-speaker premium audio by B&O

When you look at the Levante, you’ll notice how the Italians are as good as the Germans when it comes to looks. The exterior is composed of galvanized sheets and the quality of paint is admirable. The 2022 Levante Trofeo brings sharper and meaner headlights, while at the back a redesigned tail lights spice up the SUV’s look. At the front, the cleaver-shaped headlights fit well and house the DRLs and projector headlamps. 

In between the headlamps, the aggressive-looking grille with double vertical bars adds to the aesthetics. The rear part looks like a coupe due to the tapering roofline. Moreover, the spoiler and chrome-plated quad tailpipes add to its sporty characteristics; typical of a Trofeo variant. Moreover, as standard, you get 22” forged aluminum wheels.

The Levante Trofeo is one of the lightest SUVs of the lot along with the likes of the Porsche and is almost 400 lbs lighter than their competitors. On the other hand, the Levante is the biggest SUV here and comes with the longest wheelbase of 118.2 inches. On the other hand, the Range Rover SV Autobiography sits on the heavier side owing to its 5L Supercharged V8 under the hood along with plenty of creature comforts it has on offer. The Audi RS Q8, however, is equally matched with the Maserati in terms of dimensions and also has a handsome silhouette, which will impress most buyers in the segment. Standout exterior features include:

• 22” Forged Aluminum wheels
• Carbon Fiber inserts on the rear Sport bumper
• Front Fog Lamps
• Programmable Projector Headlamps w/ DRLs
• New Maserati Emblem
• Side air vents w/ Trofeo Badge

The 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo comes with the necessary safety and driver assistance tech onboard. The chassis is made of aluminum and carbon fiber bits to reduce its weight. Since it is too expensive, it is unlikely to be crash-tested by NHTSA or IIHS. Some of the standout safety features include:

• Traffic Sign Recognition
• Highway Assist System
• Lane Departure Warning System
• Lane Keep Assist
• Active Blind Spot Assist
• Surround View Camera
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Forward Collision Warning Plus
• Rear Cross Path Function

2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo vs 2022 Audi RS Q8

The Maserati is 30 grand costlier than the Audi RS Q8, and the expensive price tag is justified well. The Levante Trofeo is an absolute beast on roads.

The Ferrari sourced engine offers better power and performance than the Audi. Moreover, it comes with a spacious and opulent cabin, the distinct Italian styling. Between the two, Levante has our money.

2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo vs 2022 Land Rover Range Rover SV Autobiography Dynamic

The Land Rover Range Rover SV Autobiography Dynamic is quite expensive. Moreover, it is the only SUV that’s powered by a supercharged engine. It looks more like a traditional SUV compared to the modern design language of the others.

On the contrary, the Levante Trofeo is class apart from the latter with better engine power and performance. Between the Italian and British, we would for the Italian as they have to offer on the platter.

2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo vs 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

Apart from the monstrous performance, Porsche offers better fuel efficiency and a bigger fuel tank. On the other hand, the exterior styling of the Levante Trofeo looks more appealing compared to the decade-old design of the Cayenne.

Moreover, the Italians know how to furnish the interior with only the best of the best materials. Between the two, if you are slightly on budget and performance is not what you are after, we would recommend you to get the Maserati.

In short, the 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo is an amazing SUV. It is one of the appealing and bold SUVs you can buy presently. The cabin inside is comfortable, feature-packed, and composed well. It also offers decent fuel economy despite being exemplary in power and performance. The build quality is impeccable and best of all you get a Ferrari sourced engine under the hood. Acknowledging the value it offers, it is an amazing car to put your money on!