Heres The 2019 Maserati Quattroporte Granlusso S (FIRST DRIVE)

[@michaln2584]

Hi Ron, thanks for all of your videos, do not fall into the trap of reviewing window switches again, please, this is pathetic (: (I bought many luxury vehicles in the last 15 years and I never paid attention to WINDOW SWITCHES) all the comments from the "Reviewers " on minute staff like that make me scratch my head. These switches are from MERCEDES Benz as well as Chrysler minus the chrome inserts on the Benz (: I had few Benzes and just recently took a picture of GLS AMG for over 100k and it has the SAME switches. Nobody says they are from the Benz no... they are crap from Chrysler. I own 2017 Ghibli Q4 and 2018 Levante SQ4 after owning few Mercs, BMWs, Audi and Porsches and I love Masers !!! Way more finesse, class and the balance of handling, ride, sound, premium leather, style are to me way more enjoyable than Germans on the market. I understand why Germans are more popular, primarily because of the PAST reputation (and the price compared to the Maserati). That used to be the case that is why I was buying them in the past but now ... look what happened to Mercedes- paint is terrible, interior materials hard and plastic like, (for Luxury standards) most have nice design but the materials are cheep in comparison to the past Mercedes where nothing could touch a Benz, it is a sad case of quality traded for numbers to get sales and middle class market. End of QUALITY dominance by the Great Benz. Audi is all about tech, modern style over busy futuristic interior design and good ride, sure they are nice but not sumptuous or exquisite like the Maserati. BMW ? ...hmm, mushy ride, lost its sharpness from the glory days - different version of on Audi to me. Recently drove brand new Macan Turbo then my Levante. Macan ? NEIN DANKE Maserati to me still feels PREMIUM in many ways. Cheers

[@RonsRides]

Cheers Michael and thank you for such a stellar post! Pinning this one mate!

[@michaln2584]

Thanks, you should check out some of my responses to "very well informed readers" on kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIC9n6Skd5uretE@@RonsRides (GHIBL review by DDM) So called Doug DM is one of the "entertainers" not reviewers on the internet who has a loooot to say about Maseratis and all the crowds who have SOOOO much experience with Masers love him... I can show you what is wrong with an Audi Q7 assembly /quality and we would be laughing hard, I went to the dealer yesterday. Cheers, keep up the good work and stay objective, definitely gear shifter is not the best, but hey I can not think of much more (:

[@billmartien5039]

Michael N appreciate your post.

[@cameronabrams3285]

I believe the whole idea behind critiquing minute items such as door switches, "oh shit" handles and the like is that the vehicle is a luxury vehicle and even small details should be of a high quality. I've had the opportunity to drive (albeit not own) many luxury vehicles as of late and over time I have begun to notice those details, likely due to the fact that I have been able to drive so many different ones in such a short span of time. When it comes time for me to purchase a new sedan, I will very likely pay attention to details such as stitching, door switches or seat belt covers, simply because of how I perceive them.

[@itbeginx]

Yep exactly designed for rich people who are not tech savvy, happy with mediocrity, expensive plastics used in Chrysler cars and feel this is a better driver's car and comfort luxury.

[@aaronhussain3873]

I've said it in many Quattroporte videos before, but this is the most gorgeous 4-door car on sale! The new wheels look fab, the Chrysler stuff doesn't really bother me, since it's simple and all works properly. Entirely subjective statement here; but I'm glad that Maserati didn't invest too much in the technology and gadget side of things. Think about it, could you imagine how laggy and useless a current Audi A8 or 7-Series will be in 20-30 years time? Keeping the screens and tech running properly will be a nightmare! But since Maserati keep these sorts of things simple, it reassures me that (hopefully) when I get one, it'll be easier to keep running for decades to come.

[@RonsRides]

Simple and to the point. Its like the iphone of technology. Yeah it may not be super in depth or customizable but it is solid and works when it needs to. That's what I need is for the stuff i use on the daily to work. All of that other stuff is there just to say you have it, not that you need it.

[@Cliffracer46]

Aaron Hussain that’s what I love about Italian sports/luxury cars. I hope you get one, that Maserati is wonderful!

[@rikkee5157]

Aaron Hussain we meet again.

[@lvbadboy]

I agree this used to really bother me at first. I learned a lot of high end ,low production, cars are borrowing bits, Lamborgini, Bentley, Rolls Royce when it comes to tech and lil odd bits its because they have to they dont have to production numbers. I learned to get over this a few metal pieces do not make them comparable or down grade the craftsmanship of the high-end auto maker

[@splitshot7721]

My mom just got this car and it’s amazing. Highly recommend

[@sharjeelkhan7437]

Maserati try to be less stingy in quality and give more to its potential customers. Always nice videos 👍

[@bigpapa.B]

Folks can clown the switches, but this car is drop dead gorgeous inside and out.

[@aqulisbellphd5219]

Start button would be nice in RED....considering the Ferrari relationship.

[@Ekphrasys]

Aqulis Bell what the fuck are you talking about? Maserati and Ferrari are two different cars ... They ways were and always be... Red is only Ferrari and Alfa Romeo ... Maserati is another beast ... I ask you.. how American people can be so ignorant? Really...

[@mrcuboid]

Ekphrasys dude. He said “Ferrari relationship”. He never said they were the same car. Maseratis have engines built and turned by Ferrari so you sound dumb AF. A red start button would be a nice touch.

[@lvbadboy]

@@mrcuboid Not to mention same leather source and Pininfarina the design firm that designs Ferrari and Maserati, and icing on the cake when Maserati first came to USA they were only paired with Ferrari dealerships!

[@bernardcaillouet5565]

I love the QP SQ4. My only issue is you can't get massage seats in a car that has a six-figure MSRP. The buttons are fine in my opinion.

[@thestrangerwhoservestmhalo367]

Thanks Ron awesome review 👍🏽 will you be doing a review on the 2019 GTS ?

[@RonsRides]

I sure will. I cant wait until we get one in!

[@GustavoGaona777]

Hi Ron, nice to see your readtion and happiness in the test drive, thanks so much for the great energy in your videos for us, it will be fine if you make a raffle to give us some of that t-shirts n_n

[@RonsRides]

Hey Gustavo and thank you so much! I need to do a another giveaway soon, thanks for reminding me! Stay tuned!

[@jadomi2076]

Love your enthusiasm for Maserati and your continued content.

[@RonsRides]

Thank you Jason, thats honestly why took this job. Im glad my passion carries on throughout these videos.

[@steves.922]

Great review as always, Ron. This is the best looking Maserati Quattroporte I have seen. Very classy!

[@RonsRides]

Thank you Steve!

[@juliusd.ezpeleta9509]

Hi Ron! Your detailed review is always a pleasure to watch. Have you thought of doing reviews of previous generations of Maseratis?

[@DhruvDrives]

A friend of mine bought a 2018 Fully loaded Quattroporte S Gransport for $85k when the sticker price was $122k. Pretty crazy depreciation. For $85k, AMAZING deal. for $122k, hell no

[@Dominic_d14]

I think 🤔 Maserati need to use bigger infotainment system with higher tech, like s class or 7 series, also using led all around interior, I would pay 2k more if these staff is in Maserati cars,and as you said about the buttons it should be another material it will look nicer and suitable for Maserati cars 👍🏻

[@RonsRides]

Thats totally fair Cooper. I think people would be more inclined to pay the higher price if they get the value in return.

[@bryanhallman8183]

I don't know that I could justify paying in the $120's for one in 2024, however, looking a nicely kept, low mileage 2018 for around $31K seems much more doable. That puts it right in the heart of the Accord/Camry range, and compared to those cars, I could easily justify the higher cost of insurance and plates for the increased content.

[@Poinc]

Will you ever show us a Quattroporte with the executive package? :D

[@dellclouds3090]

They should definitely get rid of the FCQ buttons and put some gloss back controls. Slim down the bezels of the center display, get rid of all the plastics and make the rear passenger areas look more luxurious.

[@corneliusscipio777]

You really need to come to Italy... I love your video! greetings from Europe!

[@ABCDEF-mf1jl]

Most amazing sound!

[@RonsRides]

Something to be admired for sure!

[@michaelfreni5565]

Great review , love the car.

[@88Omega88]

If you make the front grills in gold color chrome it will look like Ol' Dirty Bastard smiling.

[@mtesc6516]

Dashboard design is much better than the Ghibli.

[@joelentz1715]

Great review! Wheels are perfect. Needs heads-up display. Next time, talk about moon roof. Thanks, joe

[@nickcascioli7436]

I just took delivery of a 2019 Quattroporte S GranLusso. I love the car so much. But I was wondering, is the center console, the one that’s under the armrest, supposed to be that shallow or is it two tiers? I also have the rear seat executive package. I don’t know if any of that impacts the center console storage, but it’s only about an inch deep and I could not find a way to make it any deeper. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

[@myutoto6449]

Ahhh maserati is my dream car!Hope ill be able to buy one one day! Probably the gt though :D cause its the best sounding imo

[@RonsRides]

Nothing wrong with that! The GT is incredible sounding!

[@piersandromannino4109]

Love the design, how it drives, the sound, the leather seats design and materials but some details should be changed at this price point, like the buttons under the big screen, feel a little cheap, like a piano board or some alluminium buttons where you hear the “click” when you use them, it would feel more premium. Also I didn’t see an wireless charger for the new phones. Again, I really like this car but I see the reasons why it doesn’t sell much, S class and A8 L, and 7 series are more technologically advanced, and this is what rich people look for. Only few people will enjoy this car driving it

[@qb3666]

Yow I like your sense of humor

[@soyunbanano166]

Best movie with a quattroporte... Friends

[@RonsRides]

Haha!

[@DreCarFinder]

Damn..4100 pounds isn't that bad for such a huge luxury car

[@Dominic_d14]

For next generation of quattroporte Maserati should add 3 main features in the car such as rear massage, two screens for rear passengers with high tech and controller and an small fridge for the rear passengers, although I know that Maserati is a sport car not a regular luxury car but these features I think it will be standard features for luxury cars for 2020 and above

[@RonsRides]

Yes I hear you, the bigger luxury vehicles should cater more to the backseat passengers by more than just adding extra legroom.

[@desertrosehealthandbeauty]

A fridge, you plan on living in the car?

[@fredsmith601]

Nice Vid, Thanks Ron. That motor ooooozes class....

[@RonsRides]

Glad you like it Fred. Def would be something I could see you in.

[@AfiqReza98]

Hope to see a GranSport version of the maserati levante S full spec . Great video nevertheless

[@RonsRides]

You already know I'll have that coming as SOON as ours gets in!

[@jmwdba]

See this makes it so hard for my next vehicle to not be a Maserati... LOL

[@RonsRides]

Bro Im right there with you!

[@TC-yr4vz]

I like the look,sound and last but certainly not least I love the rareness.Audi,lexus,bmw,benz and etc come dime of dozen.U see those cars everywhere and everyday but how often do u see a Maserati?I would like to have at least a 2016 Ghibli with low miles and never been issued a title with some warranty left.

[@RonsRides]

Thats what Maserati focuses on most is exclusivity. Maserati nation wide only sells about 1,100 units as opposed to its German rivals who sell 30,000 monthly nation wide.

[@martynh5410]

Another great detailed overview Ron. Enjoyed it! Switching brands for a moment, I heard a rumor that Alfa will resurrect the 8C Competezione model name for an all- new super car. The rumor goes on to mention 700hp and possibly available as a 2019 model. Is there even a slight chance that you would be able to get one for a review?

[@RonsRides]

All rumors for the most part have been confirmed so we will be looking at a 700hp unnamed monster from Alfa but as J-Oh said, we arent too sure when. Hooping for the next two years but in all reality, may be longer. We will have to see....

[@martynh5410]

J-oh Bl-oh Oh boy!! I hope that doesn’t happen. We don’t want any Santa Stelvio’s or Veloster 4C’s...

[@Zonksmobile]

Hello Rons Rides. How Comfortable Is The 2019 Maserati Quattroporte S GranLusso? How Does The 2019 Maserati Quattroporte S GranLusso Drive? Does It Drive Smoothly? How Nice And How High Quality Is The Interior? Do You Think That This Is A Major Improvement To The Quattroporte And For Maserati? Also, Whenever You Can, Can You Please Review A 2019 Maserati Quattroporte GTS GranLusso With The Executive Rear Seats, Folding Tables, Four-Zone Automatic Climate Control, Bowers And Wilkins Audio System, And The Driver Assistance System?

[@yesyeth8367]

ron, please don’t have me watching over 5 minutes of talking about window switches

[@정여훈-m1z]

prefer lusso over sport! luxury

[@maseratiskrill]

2008-2012 look the best

[@RonsRides]

Those were good years for the QP I agree.

[@SuperBaseball911]

Hi ron I’m very close to closing a deal on a 15’ ghibli sq4 is there a big difference between the 15 and 16 I’m hearing there are more problems with the 15 what would you recommend

[@RonsRides]

I would check the service history of the 15 you are looking to purchase. The '14 and '15 model years were known to have issues. My 15 had problems. They were the first model years so they weren't as refined.

[@SuperBaseball911]

Rons Rides id rather settle for a 16 then thanks

[@petarpetrovic8744]

A super beautiful car!

[@RonsRides]

Its so lovely!

[@khelmikyahvyer6000]

Them steering wheel buttons and window switches came from a Dodge Dart.

[@RonsRides]

Should they be made of gold? Doesnt matter to me, as long as they function. Its the same as Lamborghini using Audi parts. Etc. Lots of car makers share parts.

[@platinum7990]

113k car and no heated rear seats? No wonder they depreciate in half as soon as you drive off

[@visionist7]

They're optional like they are on the competition

[@Braglemaster123]

Beautiful

[@Thoughtful8]

Red or lime green wheel caps

[@TC-yr4vz]

Is it true about Maserati battery draining rapidly,if car isn’t driving constantly?

[@michaln2584]

I had mine 17 and new 18 in the garage siting for few weeks at the time not charged or started, and had no problems, but noticed that it was not engaging start stop function for few weeks after, probably to constantly charge the battery. AGM batteries (what Maser is using made by Johnson Controls BTW) are tough and can withstand many, many cycles, so no worries of premature battery destruction. Hope it helps

[@caseize]

It should be: "Hey, my Jeep has some Maserati tech in it", not the other way around lol. Just sayin'. Unfortunately you just get the feeling that almost everything is an afterthought at Maserati. Harald Wester at first rejected the Zegna silk and the guys at Zegna had to do some serious convincing to get an approval. Love the brand though, just getting tired of always defending it.

[@RonsRides]

I totally see where you're coming from. After some hard convincing. Maserati finally stepped out of their box with the Zegna interiors and it worked out well for them. Maybe its time for another big change.

[@caseize]

A big change like reverse engineer the S Class tech

[@henryt9731]

The trident looks hideous with the tec package... but then who am I to judge when I can't afford one. Yet

[@RonsRides]

No I agree. I dont like the bigger Trident.

[@DhruvDrives]

For technology at this price point, Maserati needs massaging seats, some level of autonomous driving, reclining rear seats, a rear entertainment system, quilted leather seats, and much more featutes. A bmw 750i or mercedes S class is about 20k less than this and most of them come equipped with these features. Also, the 750i and S class have V8 biturbos as opppsed to this turbocharged V6

[@RonsRides]

I agree. The engine and sound and history is really what puts Maserati at the price point it is today. To be associated with Maserati, means you are associated with Ferrari, and who doesn't want to be apart of that club? But Maserati also has to give the consumers what they want, even if it isnt necessarily what they 'need...'

[@Despot1389]

Steering wheel buttons, ac button, and seat control button are still cheap...

[@RonsRides]

As long as they work im good lol.

[@richardbutton1261]

Thats a hitmans car! Would you trade your Ghibli in on one?

[@RonsRides]

Haha a Hitman's car! Im not sure. Maybe a GTS but not sure about the Granlusso. I like the sporty look!

[@thaboss909]

Why u shift like that?

[@nicholaslee5473]

Is it worth it for that price?

[@RonsRides]

Thats really for you to decide...

[@DhruvDrives]

A V6 for 120k?! I just dont get it..

[@RonsRides]

Well with these cars I dont think the focus is on raw power for ex the Dodge Demon's focus is going in a straight line but thats it. This is geared more towards the luxury, feel and the ride mixed with prestige. Not necessarily the numbers game with it comes to power.

[@DhruvDrives]

@@matt_goes_fast its different, they are supercars and weigh much less, and NSX has 3 electric motors that pumps out about 100 hp

[@Braglemaster123]

In the trunk not the rear “

[@markonovakovic6738]

Maseratti great brend i like the al model of brend , but they have to bild new car you cant ask for car ho is briliant but aut of date they must have new models other bild 1 , 2 generation maseratti old model with large navigation , that was a problem i cnow that he planing new model 21 ,22 but to lait ,

[@gfair2]

These wheels remind me too much of those VW triple-line wheels. If I was buying a car like this and those were the only choice, I wouldn't keep them.

[@Braglemaster123]

V6 no V8

[@aaroncrocker8806]

Wait a year and save $40k

[@RonsRides]

Lol more like $15k but I see your point.

[@williamthompson1655]

90

[@ashwinjogaratnam9417]

First view

[@RonsRides]

NICE!

[@femiogunsola5436]

How in the world can this car be more expensive than a Cadillac CT6 Platinum. It is not even close in technology compared to the CT6. The upcoming Caddy will even be more luxurious. SMH

[@RonsRides]

Masi has never been tech driven. Cant really base it off of that. This does have a Ferrai built engine underneath the hood, its a lot more exclusive with Masi only selling 1,100 units nation wide, brand history, the signature Maserati sound, performance, etc...

[@timurstadnichenko6691]

Not worth the money at all. Too much plastic for being called a luxury car, infotainment is trash including the drivers display, no paddle shifters, no panoramic sunroof, the sound system is not high end by any standards, no ambient lighting, no ventilated seats. The depreciation is insane on these cars. And finally the ride isn’t great for a luxury sedan neither the handling and performance is for a sports car.