2022 Maserati Ghibli Sedan

　　

2022 Maserati Ghibli Review

byAlex NishimotoCorrespondent

　　Alex Nishimoto has worked in the automotive industry since 2007. He was a staff writer for MotorTrend for 10 years and since then has contributed to CNET, PRI, AutoWise and other publications.

　　If we asked you to picture in your mind a midsize luxury sedan, odds are it looks something like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class or BMW 5 Series. But if you're not one to follow the crowd, you might be thinking of the Maserati Ghibli, the uniquely Italian alternative to the usual four-door suspects from Germany. 

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Maserati Ghibli GT 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$223/mo  for Ghibli GT

　　Ghibli GT

　　GT 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $76,200 MSRPModena 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) (Most Popular) - $80,900 MSRPModena Q4 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A) - $83,500 MSRPTrofeo 4dr Sedan (3.8L 8cyl Turbo 8A) - $110,600 MSRP

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　　$165/mo

　　Avg. Midsize Car

　　The 2022 Maserati Ghibli tackles the midsize luxury sedan equation in its own way, with a focus on performance that's conveyed through its aggressively styled front end. Though the Ghibli can be had with exceptionally supple leather upholstery and plush materials, in general its interior fit and finish isn't on the same level as the Germans, with some bland-looking controls and lackluster design elements making it feel less special than its competitors. But if you can get past that, the Ghibli is a comfortable and fun-to-drive luxury sedan, especially in Trofeo guise, which competes with the likes of the BMW M5 and Mercedes-AMG E 63. If you're looking for something different, read our in-depth Expert Rating to see if the Maserati Ghibli is for you.

　　

Which Ghibli does zzdcar recommend?

Choosing the Ghibli Modena will grant you access to the more powerful version of the model's turbocharged V6 along with the option of all-wheel drive. You also get a few more standard features and an assortment of luxurious stand-alone options to choose from.

　　

Maserati Ghibli models

Maserati has revised its trim strategy for the Ghibli in 2022. The new lineup includes the GT, Modena and Trofeo.

　　The GT gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 good for 345 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque, while the Modena gets a version of that engine tuned to 424 hp and 428 lb-ft. The top-range Trofeo gets an exclusive turbocharged 3.8-liter V8 that generates 580 hp and 538 lb-ft of torque.

　　All Ghiblis have an eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. All-wheel drive, known as Q4, is available on the Modena.

　　GT

　　Comes luxuriously equipped with:

　　19-inch wheels Limited-slip differential Sunroof Xenon headlights Power trunk release Leather upholstery Power-adjustable front seats Heated front seats and steering wheel Keyless entry with push-button start Dual-zone climate control Soft-close doors (catch as they're being closed and gently pull shut) Wireless chargerStandard technology features include:

　　10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility HD and satellite radio Blind-spot monitoring (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot) Parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking) Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time) Full-speed adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Maserati and the car in front down to a stop) Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Ghibli and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)Modena

　　Is available with AWD and adds more luxurious features, including:

　　Turbocharged V6 with 424 horsepower Unique front fascia with chrome trim Aluminum paddle shifters Wood trim Larger cupholdersOptional extras include:

　　20- and 21-inch wheels Upgraded leather upholstery with ventilated front seats Carbon-fiber interior trim 12-way power-adjustable front seatsTrofeo

　　Besides the more powerful V8 engine, the Trofeo adds:

　　Distinctive exterior styling 21-inch wheels Red brake calipers Summer performance tires Adaptive LED headlights Carbon-fiber interior trim Ventilated front seats Special high-performance driving mode 10-speaker Harman Kardon audio system

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