The Levante name was inspired by a warm Mediterranean wind that can change from mild to gale force in an instant mirroring the character of the first Maserati SUV. It enables the Trident to access the largest luxury segment in the world and contributes to creating of the most complete product line-up in Maserati's history.

'This is the first ever SUV by Maserati so it is a complete game-changer particularly in this region. Maserati is renowned for exotic sports cars so our mission was not just to build an SUV but to build a Maserati.

Exciting times are ahead and we are glad to be able to offer Maserati aficionados a completely new experience' said Mohamed al Zawawy assistant general manager at Alfardan Motors. The Levante is based on the evolution of the sedan platform designed exclusively by Maserati.

The car chassis has been specifically developed to offer unique on-road drivability and competitive off-road capability with day-to-day comfort and practicality.

The Levante's design is distinctive and attractive embracing the most valuable aesthetic elements of Italian style. Its design brings a new concept to the SUV world combining spaciousness and coupe lines while achieving the best aerodynamic efficiency in its segment with a Cx coefficient of just 0.31.

The thoroughbred on-road handling typical of all Maserati cars and solid off-road capabilities as demanded in the SUV segment describe the car's overall dynamic.

The Levante is here to excite any sports car driver counting on performance-oriented features such as the extensive use of lightweight materials ideal 50-50 per cent weight distribution and its lowest in class centre of gravity.

The Levante was designed to deliver best in class comfort on rough terrains and handling on snow and ice. The aluminium 'double wishbone - five link' suspension layout comprises standard Air Springs and electronically controlled Skyhook shock absorbers combined with the intelligent Q4 All-Wheel-Drive system and the newly introduced Torque Vectoring system.

The Levante is equipped with the latest evolution of the Maserati 3l V6 engines globally acclaimed for their unique Maserati signature sound and exceptional performance. The petrol Maserati V6 engine with latest GDI and twin turbo is available in two versions: The top of the range 430hp and the exciting 350hp.

The most powerful Levante makes it to 100kmph in 5.2 seconds and has a top speed of 264kmph while the figures for the 350hp version are 6 seconds and 251kmph respectively.

The petrol version of the Maserati Levante adopts the eight-speed automatic ZF gearbox that provides seamless comfort and fast gear shifting depending on the selected drive mode: Normal ICE Sport or Off-road.

The Levante has entered the SUV segment with a marked advantage in terms of new options and content including: Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go function Forward Collision Warning and Brake Assist System Lane Departure Warning Surround View camera the capacitive 8.4" Touch Screen display with brand new rotary control and a high level of customisation. The result is a driving experience that is as unique as the Maserati brand and its customers.

A new state-of-the-art production line was set up exclusively for the Levante in
the historic Mirafiori plant. Maserati's 100-year tradition of craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology guarantees outstanding quality right down to the tiniest of details.