2018 Maserati Quattroporte

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2018 models.

Maserati Quattroporte
Pictured: 2015 Maserati Quattroporte DV6 Automatic 3.0 Front. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Large Cars
Body styles
Gts 4dr Sedan, S Q4 4dr Sedan
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.8L 8-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
18 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
Length
207.1 in
Curb weight
4,189–4,233 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
2 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 22% below the 2018 large car average of 23.1 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 11 similar 2018 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2018 Maserati Quattroporte is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 3.8L 8-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.

It measures about 207 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 125-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,189 lb (Gts 4dr Sedan).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 22% worse than the 2018 large car average of 23.1 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.

What changed for 2018

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2017 Quattroporte — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2017; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2017 Quattroporte →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Gts 4dr Sedan207.1 in76.8 in58.3 in124.8 in64.2 / 65 in4,189 lb50/50
S Q4 4dr Sedan207.1 in76.8 in58.3 in124.8 in64.2 / 65 in4,233 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Quattroporte SQ4 V63.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 18-22%$4,550485
Quattroporte S3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 18-22%$4,550482
Quattroporte V83.8L 8-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 17-26%$4,850517
3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
3/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $10,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.1 MPG2018 Large Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2018 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2018 Maserati Quattroporte.

Similar 2018 large cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2018 Maserati Quattroporte (this car)18 MPGNot rated2
2018 Lexus LS28 MPGNot rated4
2018 Lincoln Continental21 MPG★★★★★2
2018 Jaguar XJ21 MPGNot rated0
2018 Porsche Panamera24 MPGNot rated8
2018 Audi A822 MPGNot rated2
2018 Audi RS 717 MPGNot rated2

Recalls (2)

Structure › Frame And Members · May 25, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V347000 · 62 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte, Ghibli, and Levante vehicles. The welds on the front sub frame may be incomplete, which can result in the welds breaking.
Risk
If the welds fracture, it can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the sub frame for incomplete welds, replacing the sub frame, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 369.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Dec 21, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V834000 · 1,405 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2018 Maserati Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles. These vehicles have a fuel delivery pipe in the engine compartment that may leak fuel at the connections.
Risk
A fuel leak within the engine compartment increases the risk of a fire.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will install a new fuel delivery line kit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 363.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2018 Maserati Quattroporte is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

1Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
4,500 miTypical mileage at failure
Vehicle Speed Control1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2018 Maserati Quattroporte buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  3. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 4,500 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  4. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2018 Maserati Quattroporte. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Quattroporte years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 Quattroporte20207.1 inNot rated10
2023 Quattroporte20207.1 inNot rated11
2022 Quattroporte19207.1 inNot rated20
2021 Quattroporte19207.1 inNot rated53
2020 Quattroporte19207.1 inNot rated00
2019 Quattroporte18207.1 inNot rated00
2017 Quattroporte18207.1 inNot rated61
2016 Quattroporte18207.1 inNot rated40
2015 Quattroporte18207.1 inNot rated65
2014 Quattroporte18206.7 inNot rated810
2013 Quattroporte14198.8 inNot rated00
2012 Quattroporte15198.8 inNot rated11

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maserati. How we calculate this →