The SUV With A Touch Of Ferrari | 2021 Maserati Levante

[@La-yt1wr]

I'm so glad that Maserati updated their lineup with UConnect5, which Maserati loves to call Maserati Connect. Everytime my mother gets her Stelvio Sport Ti serviced, I always check out the Levante SQ4 and GTS.

[@hellkitty1014]

I'm so happy they didn't go the Alfa route. Nothing like a stable and reliable infotainment system. And this one is really easy to work.

[@hellkitty1014]

For all of its faults, the Levante is still a quite unique offering. One can never get enough of that exhaust, especially if you spring for the Ferrari V8s. I really think the materials in the interior come together very well, especially using the Italian-sourced cotton-silk. Yes, it has FCA and Mercedes bits here and there. And thank God it does. It would not be fun to have it fixed if it were Italian-exclusive(ask ANY Ferrari owner). UConnect 5 is likely the best system to debut this year, and while I wish Maserati would've added its own graphics and skins(in addition to at least a 12" screen), I think the compromise works. All of that said, ALL Maseratis are either a lease or buy second-hand propositions. Their resale is beyond atrocious.

[@cho5577]

I have the Levante. It is so underrated! Love the SUV and its ride is so smooth with the air suspension. I can't get enough of the Italian exhaust note!

[@future62]

I agree that sticking with U Connect was a good idea but they could have spent some money to spruce up the graphics a little bit. Wouldn't take much design effort to make it look different while retaining functionality and performance.

[@cauwama]

the levante trofeo is one of my favorite suvs

[@francoisbalavoine1316]

Maserati all day long!!! I want the only GTS available in my country!!! It's s so so expensive that basically no one is willing to pay the asking price... love your reviews Alex!!! English is my third language and I understand perfectly everything you say! Saludos!!

[@mariowhyte2816]

Congratulations on 400k subscribers, Alex!!! Great reviews beginning to end!!!

[@GrayFox0047]

I think you get this car because you want something different and I think Maserati accomplished that with the Levante. It’s got a personality, it’s a little quirky, and even for a base model this thing is kinda badass.

[@harryaxe5167]

The most popular Maserati SUV in the United States!! Maserati has sold over 35 of these beauties!!

[@Blowurwig_604]

😂

[@rdm925]

Once upon a time I would aspire to own a BMW, Audi or even a Maserati, but I've grown-up and am very happy to have a reliable Mazda CX-5 Signature which is near perfect for me and a much better value. I don't need a "Fix It Again Tony" Italian car. Especially not a SUV!

[@paulj9821]

You grew up but in the process become even more ignorant. Perhaps you might want to stop living 25 years in the past.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, Maserati? I think the success of reaching 400,000 subscribers has already spoiled you. ;-)

[@bppbssr1229]

Great work. I love this Maserati👌

[@akshayramachandran7806]

400k subscribers! You got it! Keep up the good work!

[@WC3isBetterThanReforged]

Every time Alex says "personality," drink. Actually great review. I wish I could afford one.

[@falconwaver]

That fuel economy is literally worse than a lot of half ton trucks.

[@ChristosDimou]

I wasn't expecting a Maserati without Sport oriented tyres. Still an excellent option.

[@JulezWinnfield]

Tyres?

[@andreasstolze3328]

I am really surprised about that car! Seems like Maserati is getting on the right path again.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

One year ago today! I might buy one dude.

[@samuelzilberg4018]

the song trident was playing. i see what you did there

[@lixiaochen6]

He does that every single time. It's kinda like an easter egg.

[@heinedenmark]

It was quite bad/cheap when it came out. But they've updated dated it over the time, till it is now very attractive. The 'outdated' interior is perfect for me. Not a fan of all the screens some use for basic operations today.

[@KingCarlofcarlWorld]

In my opinion, all rear turn signals in the USA should be AMBER for safety.

[@NisuUuno]

It has personality. Something that the Germans will never have.

[@Ficon]

Yes, I guess you can call 90% Chrysler hardware "personality"

[@NisuUuno]

@@Ficon only thing chryseler are some switches and infoteinment software.

[@La-yt1wr]

@@Ficon Only Chrysler hardware used in the Levante is the Switchgear. And like Alex said it's a plus for a small Automakers to use a larger Automakers Hardware and Software specifically the electronics, which I'll say Chrysler's UConnect is one of the best mainstream Infotainment systems currently available.

[@paulj9821]

@@Ficon Oh look honey, another person pretending like they have a grasp on the subject.

[@james2042]

that second row is like on the floor wtf, your knees were so high

[@hellkitty1014]

All the "coupe SUVs" slam the rear bench due to the sloped roof.

[@DoctorSkillz]

"Italian engineering"

[@chateuaxfaygeaux]

It's a dumb thing to be hung up on, but that Maserati logo all over the thing makes me think Wagon Queen Family Truckster.

[@samarioantonio]

Should’ve mentioned wheel locks.. always make sure they come with the corresponding set

[@mybro727]

Thanks to me, and AOA of course, my sister is looking at one of these right now. Lol.

[@jlolment]

21:10 I hope maserati never goes full german in its tech implementation screens are not an indicator of luxury and italian cars are meant to be driven, not prodded

[@woostersheer1]

What other new vehicle other than Maserati would a person be concerned with easy to obtain parts for when the window switches break?

[@tomdrummy4984]

2:53 is it me, or did the window close more after he closed the door ? Lol Soft close windows? 😃

[@angelherg1997]

It did. Usually frameless windows come down a little bit when the door is opened. Once closed, then the windows go all the way up, I’m guessing is to avoid damage.

[@cho5577]

@@angelherg1997 You are correct

[@faizarafebian6348]

La mia auto maserati levante 😎

[@chrisdblue]

From the inside is just feels like a fancy Chrysler interior :( same screen same switches, same instrument cluster.

[@abetts1971s1]

The car wizard just bought Mrs. wizard one and they seem to love it....🤔

[@nateavery2875]

Would anyone even think about this brand knowing their quality heritage. A Lease maybe.

[@wannabedal-adx458]

When impressing your neighbors out weighs ANY financial logic!!!

[@paulbugoni2846]

Yes because my BMW has been problem free-not! All euro cars should be leased.

[@korswe]

Italian option for those who can’t spend their money fast enough. Consider your bank account commandeered by the service department after the warranty runs out.

[@kristians2704]

just don’t own it after the warranty runs out

[@kristians2704]

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[@rammanohar8161]

Hey Alex, we are waiting for your Hyundai Tucson Hybrid review, please compare it against Rav4 hybrid and prime , considering the insane markups.

[@alexsu6872]

RX 450 is longer than Q8?

[@jvp714]

I love the Levante it's just too big for me. I can't wait for the Grecale

[@swanblake]

Little details like the wood trim grain not lining really make the interior hit or miss inside especially for the price. Without the Ferrari V8, I don't get the appeal of the Levante outside of loving the Maserati badge

[@superset5]

I.C.E. (Increased Control & Efficiency) Mode. In other words, it de-tunes the engine for, what i assume, MPG's

[@charlessands7649]

I’m so excited to buy this car next year for 15k

[@вечная_мерзлота]

😂😂😂 maybe 17k.

[@JulezWinnfield]

Do you really think this particular Levante will depreciate from $80,000 to $15,000 in 12 months?

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

You ain’t gonna buy one because you can’t even afford 15K, so just shut up.

[@EternalOcean1]

Now all second-hand Mazda and Toyota owners will start to complain here about 100k+ car!) Let's the battle begin!) About the car - superior! The only competitor is AM DBX, but way more expensive. But I still think that the best Maserati is a Quattroporte! Cheers!

[@bird718]

i would go with a very well equipped gle amg

[@mas502arc]

It's crazy that the Levante is so large and long, yet it has the same amount (or lesser) capacity than a Subaru Impreza hatchback or Hyundai Elantra GT....

[@markmiller3279]

It has quite a long hood for its overall length.

[@DM-xt3rl]

I like the styling of the exterior. The interior not so much. I mean aside from the air suspension which is something I wouldn’t want any parts of especially in a Maserati you can get the GV80 for less with more horsepower and better interior styling if you want a “different” vehicle. But as was mentioned at this price range buyers aren’t worried about reliability.

[@Natethegreat200c]

Why do y’all try n sneak in a kia in every comment section of a car video. That kia won’t ride as well , handle as well, or have the interior quality this Maserati has. Looks can and will be deceiving in the kia with all that nicely styled hard plastic. Especially towards the bottom of the cabin. These have been very reliable per hoodies garage and car wizards findings. Also no issues with the air ride. I was terrified of air ride until a few days ago. Met someone with a Lexus With air ride 200k never touch the bags. I seen car wow but three Luxury 20 year old sedans , merc bmw and Lexus two of which had air ride and it worked fine.

[@DM-xt3rl]

@@Natethegreat200c Well a GV80 isn’t a Kia………Additionally I don’t think anyone hasn’t seen a and older German car or a Range Rover with air suspension that isn’t smashed low to the ground indicating that it is in need of repair. You are more likely to encounter one that is broken than completely functional after 4-5 years of ownership and say 75-80K miles. Will be interesting to see the reliability of the Acura MDX Type S Air suspension over the years. I suspect it will be more reliable than any of the German models or this vehicle.

[@Natethegreat200c]

@@DM-xt3rl 4-5 years is something Scotty Kilmer would say. That’s ridiculous. A lease is 4 years .. the cars generally don’t start having issues till 100k and that’s IF you have issues. 4 years?😂 I valet cars have parked plenty of range rovers 70-176k miles with perfectly working air ride , and all had no check engine light besides the 176k one but the air ride worked. And going by brand is simply immature. This is Acura’s first air ride in that car or first air ride period. Germans have been making air ride for decades. Yet because it’s a Honda you automatically assume it will be more reliable and it’s a first for them. Very bias.

[@DoctorSkillz]

This Mozzarella is a spicy meatball. 👌

[@tonykono5225]

The wood grain doesn’t line up.

[@garrettw99]

Alex, are we going to get an update on the Durango replacement soon?

[@evanlandry9503]

The Levante would be great if it wasn't made with recycled FCA parts.

[@geosh10]

Right!

[@evanlandry9503]

@footballcoreano Yeah but if I'm paying more than 80k for an SUV, I don't want to see parts that came out of a Dodge Journey.

[@kevinmsft]

Agree... A problem with all the American "premium" offerings.

[@Natethegreat200c]

YES ALEX. Finally someone said that! window switches complaints are BS infotainment complaints are BS a freaking push to start button complaint Is BS. Even some of your friends in this industry HARP AND HARP on these things. No need to name names.LOL

[@tjs114]

It really says something about Fiat or Stellantis, or whatever they're calling themselves these days that they are using at least 14 year old Mercedes switch gear in a brand new Maserati. 14 + year old Mercedes switch gear is the most 'premium' product in their inventory.

[@hellkitty1014]

But nobody says squat about the Escalade using a turn signal stalk from a 2007 Impala or the Navigator using Ford switch gear from the turn of the 2010s. And...at the end of thr day, it is still switchgear from Mercedes. Not exactly in the downtrodden.

[@mybro727]

@@hellkitty1014 Lol. There is no Chevy Impala turn signal stalk in ANY current Cadillac to date. Y’all will literally make up anything just to prove a lost point. Although you were heavily exaggerating, it’s perfectly fine for automakers to share small buttons and switches with cheaper products across their own portfolio to keep prices low as long as it looks/feels appropriate. Stellantis fetching nearly 15 year old plastic panels from Mercedes-Benz for a $158,000 2021 Maserati is a bit different, bud.

[@hellkitty1014]

@@mybro727 i suggest you look at the turn signal stalk again. Parts-sharing "shaming" is insane, considering that many automakers make better decisions at masking it. The Escalade is my favorite big truck by far, but that does not remove the fact, besides the big screen, it has no proprietary switchgear. The window switches can be found in all Chevys. The gear controller/screen control knob are found on Buicks. Nothing wrong with it, but we can't call out Maserati for having switchgear from a luxury brand if Cadillac is able to have non-premium brand switchgear.

[@mybro727]

@@hellkitty1014 You’re not even grasping the point. It’s not that they’re using Mercedes-Benz switchgear, it’s the fact they’re using *15 year old Mercedes-Benz switchgear.* That point seemed to have completely slipped your mind. Cadillac shares switchgear with _New_ Buicks, another premium brand from General Motors. As you’ve stated there’s nothing wrong with that. These parts are new. Chevrolet has upped their quality over the years to be much closer to Buick which is why they have some of the same switches /similar looking gauges but the Cadillac Escalade shares none of this with the Chevy Impala. That was a reach.

[@mybro727]

@@hellkitty1014 Besides the big screen? Is that the only thing that stands out and is a differentiating factor when comparing the Escalade to the rest of GM’s portfolio for you? I think you need to do more research of your own.

[@skywalker2852]

The BMW X5 doesn't have enough flaws to have personality. I'll take lack of personality over knowing my Service Advisor on a first-name basis. 😄

[@aussie2uGA]

Yes, the Maserati is definitely for the person who finds a BMW too reliable...

[@NisuUuno]

BMWs arent reliable

[@TheShootersBay]

@@NisuUuno that part!

[@rudfil]

Of course German cars are reliable..😂

[@kristians2704]

@@NisuUuno the straight 6 from BMW is reliable

[@woostersheer1]

This Stelantis looks like a cross between a Mazda and a Buick.

[@markmiller3279]

I see older Infiniti, myself, at least from the windshield back, especially the EX.

[@bvedant]

S trim to Trofeo is like $60k, I’d rather pocket the difference and buy an M340i. Macan Turbo for a fast SUV instead of Levante

[@awschmitt93]

I’m sure it’s quite nice but the interior just seems so tacky to me. Like it’s a 2000s faux Tuscan designed home with a fake window mural and those swirly brown couches

[@philsalley3278]

DOA

[@martinmartin5904]

11:58 you don’t know how to drink , it’s obvious that it’s bottles of red that fit in there , perfect match with the cigarette lighter .

[@вечная_мерзлота]

Alex open your own stock. I'll buy it.

[@Jia1337]

Also with a touch of Fiat.

[@bbustin1290]

Maserati is number one for lemon law lawsuits in California. they are notorious for poor quality. If you leasing and flipping it doesn’t matter

[@bikingmoments]

From here we can guess Acura MDX type S 3.0T will go 0-60 in ~5.5s!

[@wagrj5738]

Sq5 is 5.3 seconds haha

[@bikingmoments]

@@wagrj5738 MDX is 3-row and competes with Q7. Do you see Audi SQ7??

[@dtay8913]

Let me be the first idiot to comment "but reliability..."

[@Natethegreat200c]

Hahaahhaahah. I Hate those comments too.

[@kromahj]

Those are only good for lease, or buy extended warranty when you buying like any car

[@markmiller3279]

Given the competition, it's not as if its poor reliability will stand out. The Audi is probably the most reliable of this iffy bunch, but it's still not great. One other problem Italians have historically had is lousy ergonomics, but the Levante doesn't look so bad in that respect.

[@nevco8774]

@@markmiller3279 Italians were always eager to sacrify comfort in order the style to prevail. However today almost all former sport and ultraluxury brands come in proper SUV versions. And since it is designed with American and Middle East markets in mind it has proper space and even cup holders. I think soon it will come in PHEV version to allow a full EV mode in cities where ICE will be prohibited.

[@paulj9821]

@@markmiller3279 have you seen Italian made cars from the past 15 years? They are masters at ergonomics unless you were referring to Italian exotic sports car which in that case that is most every exotic sports car.

[@lucisleesion8824]

I am feeling bad when I heard FCA and PSA are merging together. A lot of historically influenced car brands are gonna be wasted sooner or later

[@kristians2704]

the new Peugeot models sold in Europe are very good

[@yahshaunyahu]

Save your 💰and get the Genesis gv80 or gv70

[@wannabedal-adx458]

BINGO!!!!

[@mybro727]

*Unless* you actually want the styling, design, performance, and/or experience of owning this new Maserati. Spending less doesn’t necessarily mean you’re getting a better deal. The Maserati Levante has more prestige & personality than the entire Genesis lineup.

[@yahshaunyahu]

@@mybro727 only a dodo bird would say that

[@mybro727]

@@yahshaunyahu Only a “dodo” would believe that the buyers who are seriously considering the Maserati Levante will now change their minds and travel to their local Hyundai dealerships to lease a Genesis SUV instead...but here we are.

[@yahshaunyahu]

@@mybro727 which is why car reviewers are telling bias buyers before they buy so called luxury brands to check out the Genesis first. Because when they do, they realize they're wasting their money with the other so called "luxury " brands. You wasting ya time trying to convince me otherwise

[@cocmaster4474]

Woo

[@billblonco]

Genesis Gv80 is a better suv

[@damilolaakanni]

It depends on what you're looking for in your "luxury" crossover in this price range. Also, this seems to be bigger than the GV80.

[@kromahj]

You own both? How can you say something is better , but never own it

[@Ficon]

Levante appeals to the same buyers as the Escalade (and now the Aston DBX if you go way upmarket). Spending too much money on a vastly inferior product for the sake of being different.

[@favyan16]

Ive heard fit and finish is terrible for the price. Kinda like old jaguars with expensive materials that fall apart

[@budellsworth1265]

Alex, are you seriously trying to convince me into trading my pinto In for this hunk of junk? That thing will catch on fire just sitting in my driveway. My pinto is safer and running strong after all these years. It’s built tough.

[@tominftlthomasp3559]

No italian, British, German or Korean cars for me. Thanks anyway. Want huge maintenance? Then buy one.

[@stevensmith8648]

Love it but maintainence costs too high for me.

[@bigpete8567]

Oh dear, another car that will spend a lot of it’s time at the dealer. Just buy a Lexus RX450H, it just won’t go wrong.

[@kristians2704]

the RX is outdated, boring and ugly. The X5, GV80 and GLE are all way better

[@markmiller3279]

Yeah, and be stuck with the unappealing RX, which didn't feel special when it was new, a very long time ago.

[@dmack346]

I’m leasing the base granlusso now and I have to say its the worst suv I’ve own. The base model brake are horrible, they squeak most of the time. It’s been in the shop over 50% of the time I’ve leased it. Get ready to spend upwards of $350 for the oil changes because they have to remove a lot of the bottom to change. June 2021 can’t get here fast enough to turn it in. I’m going back to genesis to have less headaches.

[@KalvinNi]

The infotainment system look very outdated compare to Tesla's Model 3 infotainment system.

[@RogerAlan]

Upvote if you'd rather have a Toyota Venza

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

You’re comparing the interior of the old Dodge Grand Caravan to German SUVs. Many words describe Maserati but premium isn’t one of them. This is no part a Ferrari and you should feel ashamed even mentioning it

[@paulj9821]

The only person who should feel ashamed is you sir for your display of unbridled ignorance.

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

@@paulj9821 help my ignorance, what percentage of this Fiat is Ferrari?

[@geosh10]

Cheap looking steering wheel.

[@paulj9821]

agreed!!!

[@relevant.c5411]

doesnt really look like an suv at all more like a weird glorified car

[@lee8org]

Good review ....But to my taste Maserati are so ugly cars.

[@blueryxfalls7949]

Clown shoe

[@dearbulls]

Still the ugliest SUV exists