Maserati revealed two particular editions of the Ghibli and the Levante as a farewell to its V8 engine which is able to exit of manufacturing in late 2023. The Ghibli 334 Ultima shall be produced in a restricted variety of 103 items, whereas the Levante Ultima to 206, cut up evenly between the 2 obtainable colours. The particular fashions have been launched on the Goodwood Competition of Velocity final weekend, with Maserati sharing extra official images over the course of the following few days.

Each particular editions are fitted with the Ferrari-sourced twin-turbo V8 producing 572 hp (427 kW / 580 PS) and 729 Nm (538 lb-ft) of torque, as within the Trofeo variants. The Ultima fashions mark the top of the road for the eight-cylinder powertrain which has been an integral a part of Maserati’s historical past since 1959, leaving the Nettuno V6 because the core engine of the ICE-powered vary subsequent to the totally electrical Folgore trims.

Maserati Ghibli 334 Ultima

Beginning with the Ghibli 334 Ultima, its title refers back to the 334 km/h (207.5 mph) prime pace which is 8 km/h (5 mph) increased than the Ghibli Trofeo. Based on the Italian model, this makes it the “quickest amongst the sedans with a combustion engine”. In actual fact, the Italian sedan is 1 km/h (0.5 mph) quicker than the W12-powered Bentley Flying Spur Velocity which beforehand held this title. As for the acceleration, the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) dash is accomplished in a Trofeo-matching 3.9 seconds.

Visually, it’s distinguished by the Persia blu shade, the carbon fiber accents, and the deep Rosso Rubino 334 lettering on the fenders matching the Maserati emblem on the middle caps of the grey alloy wheels. Inside, we discover the 334 Ultima brand on the headrests, and on a numbered plaque on the middle console. The sunshine-colored Pale Terracotta (tan) and black mushy leather-based and Alcantara upholstery are mixed with carbon fiber accents and some shiny bits.

Maserati Levante V8 Ultima

Shifting on to the particular version of Maserati’s giant SUV, the Levante Ultima could be had in two totally different specs. Half of the 206 items shall be painted in Nero Assoluto (black) shade, and half in Blu Royale (blue). Each characteristic contrasting purple “V8 Ultima” lettering on the fenders, carbon fiber particulars, gloss black alloy wheels and matching brake calipers.

Inside, the Levante Ultima shares the identical Pale Terracotta (tan) and black colour mixture with the Ghibli 334 Ultima, including excessive gloss carbon fiber accents. Equally, the V8 Ultima brand could be discovered on the headrests and middle console whereas the panoramic sunroof is included in the usual package.

Maserati hasn’t introduced pricing for the particular editions however judging from their restricted availability and collectible standing they may seemingly be dearer than the same Trofeo trims. The corporate confirmed that the manufacturing of the growing old Ghibli, Levante, and Quattroporte will finish in late 2023, however all fashions will proceed to be obtainable in 2024 so long as the remaining inventory lasts. Beneath you’ll be able to watch walk-around movies from the Goodwood Competition of Velocity, uploaded on YouTube by @Iamspanner.