Maserati
GranSport
Maserati
Quattroporte
Maserati GranSport vs Maserati Quattroporte: 2020 Comparison
The short answer
Based on available data, the Maserati Quattroporte comes out ahead of the Maserati GranSport on power. Check the specs table and owner sentiment below for the full comparison before deciding between the two. Both are covered by real owner reports on CarWizz.
Specs side by side
What owners say
GranSport
Overall
The sentiment among owners is sharply divided, characterized by a high-emotion, low-logic appeal. The car is universally praised for its stunning design, intoxicating Ferrari-derived V8 engine sound, and the unique driving sensation and prestige it provides. Several long-term owners report positive reliability experiences with the 4.2L and 4.7L V8 engines, describing them as "pretty reliable." However, this is counterbalanced by very frequent and severe criticism regarding exorbitant maintenance and repair costs, poor long-term reliability leading to significant downtime, and the notorious unreliability of the Cambiocorsa automated manual transmission.
Best version to buy
Insufficient owner data available to distinguish a "best" version. Owner discussions refer broadly to the GranSport model without specifying trims or packages like the MC Victory.
Known issues
- ⚠Cambiocorsa automated manual transmission reliability: eats clutches, poor maneuverability, stalling when cold, disliked in traffic, general unreliability concerns. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Exorbitant maintenance and repair costs: standard service costs cited at $750+, major repairs requiring engine removal for simple sensor access costing ~$2,000, annual costs can reach several thousand dollars. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠General poor long-term reliability: described as spending "more time in the shop than on the road," significant downtime, multiple major failures including engines. Frequency: very frequent.
Quattroporte
Overall
Sentiment is sharply divided and heavily dependent on the specific generation and powertrain. The consensus indicates that the vehicle is a deeply emotional purchase driven by passion for its design, sound, and driving character, not rational ownership. The Ferrari-developed 4.7L V8 models (circa 2004-2013) are frequently described as "fantastic," "beautiful," "iconic," and "intoxicating" to drive, with a sublime engine note and a "classy, baller feel." However, these older V8 models are almost universally associated with very high maintenance costs, expensive parts, and a high likelihood of significant reliability issues, particularly with early automated manual ("F1") transmissions and electrical systems.
Best version to buy
The 2009-2013 Quattroporte S or GTS with the 4.7L Ferrari-derived V8 and the ZF automatic transmission is most frequently cited as the desirable version. This configuration is praised for its glorious engine, improved transmission reliability over the earlier "F1" automated manual, and the classic Pininfarina design.
Known issues
- ⚠Catastrophic reliability concerns (general): Very frequent mentions of high likelihood of major, expensive failures, particularly on older, high-mileage V8 models. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Electrical system issues: Described as a "nightmare," with nagging gremlins, faulty modules, and persistent check engine lights. Frequency: very frequent.
- ⚠Exorbitant maintenance and parts costs: Routine service (e.g., oil changes $200+), extremely expensive replacement parts (e.g., $80 oil filters, $3,000 front shocks), and dealer labor rates compared to mainstream brands.
The verdict
The Maserati Quattroporte is the better choice for most buyers.
It has more power on its best-equipped version than the Maserati GranSport, based on the data above. If efficiency matters more to you than outright power, the Maserati GranSport is worth a closer look instead.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is more reliable, the Maserati GranSport or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Owner reports show similar reliability sentiment for the Maserati GranSport and the Maserati Quattroporte. Check the known issues listed above for specific differences between the two.
Which is better for families, the Maserati GranSport or the Maserati Quattroporte?
The Maserati Quattroporte seats more passengers than the Maserati GranSport on its catalogued best-equipped version. Body type also differs: the Maserati GranSport is classed as a Coupe, the Maserati Quattroporte as a Sedan.
Which has better fuel economy, the Maserati GranSport or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Fuel consumption data is limited for one or both models. Check the specs table above for the figures available on each catalogued version.
Which is cheaper to maintain, the Maserati GranSport or the Maserati Quattroporte?
Exact maintenance costs aren't in our data, but owner reports mention cost-related concerns more often for the Maserati GranSport than the Maserati Quattroporte. See the known issues comparison above.