Cars.com Team Praises 2023 Maserati Levante’s Muscular Aesthetics, Exhilarating Performance

So many trends within the automotive realm have changed over recent years, and here at Jim Butler Maserati of St. Louis, we have noticed that buyers have been shifting from sedans to luxury SUVs. There is a sense of capable versatility and benefit of extra cargo room that appeals to busy families, and we have long had the likes of the BMW X5 and Porsche Cayenne in our sights as competition to enjoy outdoing as always! The 2023 Maserati Levante boasts a curvaceous and muscular stance to stand out for those who are looking for an upper-end and unordinary touch.

The Cars.com review team spent a week with the Levante’s top-level Trofeo trim, and eagerly posted a blog about the traits they loved during the excitement. The bold, blacked-out grille and sharply angled rear hatch gives the Levante a very distinct and athletic look. Trademark fender bulges, blacked-out trim and 22-inch wheels all add to the Trofeo’s black-tie-affair-inspired appearance. Other elements such as vent ports on the front fenders, XXL Maserati logo, and Rosso Magma paint all are reminiscent of our brand that is World Class.

Powertrain duties are handled by a ferociously legendary and Ferrari-sourced twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V8, cranking out 580 horsepower. This was referred to enthusiastically by the Cars.com team as an “outright gem”, which dishes out an excellent soundtrack while rocketing the vehicle from 0-60 mph in just 3.8 seconds. The base-model Levante is powered by the still-tremendous 345-horsepower, twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. The Levante’s characteristically low center of gravity and seating position render it one of the most unique driving experiences on the market today and give it a torpedo-like sense of grounding that is a unique treat from behind the wheel.

Inside you’ll find a blend of retro and modern luxury, with high-quality leather on the dash, doors, and seats that commands attention and provide comfort to the fullest. Many manufacturers have strayed from analog dials and blended all the vitals in with the touchscreen, and the Trofeo’s gauges evoke simplicity and charm far beyond what competitors have exuded with a bit more stainless-steel aesthetic. There is also a new Maserati-themed version of the Uconnect multimedia system, with an 8.4-inch touchscreen, and is very user-friendly.

We also can’t resist appreciating what the Car and Driver crew thought of the exhaust note, as they reflected it “sang operas” alongside a “100% pure and exotic V8”. Here it is outlined that this is a vehicle that fully delivers on performance aspects and wardrobe, while they also were thoroughly smitten with the Ermenegildo Zegna leather-and-silk upholstery. The Edmunds.com auto crew gave the Levante the highest of their marks for its quick acceleration, lively handling, and pure-bred Italian flair.

They also were excited about the body roll and torque-vectoring electronics that allow for the sharpest and most fun turns they had encountered on any test drive thus far this year. After successfully coming up with a model that is completely different and has a unique character, we are certain that the Levante is the best option for any affluent daily driver that is after a model that strays far from the norm. The Trofeo also can confidently stake its claim to the top of the lineup with the fantastic sounds of the available 17-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system onboard.

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