2016 Maserati Quattroporte
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- S Q4/Gts
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 3.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 207.1 in
- Curb weight
- 4,495 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 15% below the 2016 large car average of 21.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 Maserati Quattroporte is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 3.8L 8-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 207 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 125-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,495 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 15% worse than the 2016 large car average of 21.2 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Quattroporte — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Quattroporte →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Q4/Gts | 207.1 in | 76.8 in | 58.3 in | 124.8 in | 64.2 / 65 in | 4,495 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quattroporte SQ4 V6 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -15% | $4,550 | 485 |
| Quattroporte S | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -15% | $4,550 | 482 |
| Quattroporte GTS | 3.8L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 17 | -20% | $4,850 | 517 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte.
Similar 2016 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Maserati Quattroporte (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2016 BMW 7 Series | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 Porsche Panamera | 25 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2016 Audi RS 7 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Cadillac CT6 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (4)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Sep 29, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V610000 · 439 vehicles
- Problem
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Quattroporte GTS vehicles equipped with a V8 3.8 liter engine. A resistor in the low pressure fuel pump resistor may fail, causing a loss of engine power or a stall.
- Risk
- A stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump resistor cable assembly, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed 11/28/2017. Owners will receive a second notice when the remedy is available. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 359.
Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust · Jan 20, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V046000 · 39,381 vehicles
- Problem
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
- Risk
- An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.
Suspension › Rear · May 2, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V264000 · 26,464 vehicles
- Problem
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to September 18, 2015. During the assembly process, the rear tie-rod to hub assembly attaching bolt may not have been properly tightened.
- Risk
- An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolts to verify that they are properly tightened, replacing the rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 303.
Equipment › Accessory › Floor Mat · Mar 1, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V122000 · 28,235 vehicles
- Problem
- Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to November 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver-side floor mat anchor may break allowing the floor mat to move and get trapped between the accelerator pedal and the vehicle carpet.
- Risk
- If the floor mat moves and becomes trapped between the accelerator and the vehicle carpet, it may result in very high vehicle speeds, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
- Fix
- Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side floor mat and possibly the accelerator pedal cover, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 301. Note: These vehicles are equipped with a brake override system. In the event a pedal is trapped, pushing on the brake pedal will brake the vehicle and enable the driver to slow and stop and turn off the vehicle.
Not every 2016 Maserati Quattroporte is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2016 Maserati Quattroporte buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Maserati Quattroporte. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Quattroporte years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Quattroporte | 20 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 Quattroporte | 20 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Quattroporte | 19 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 Quattroporte | 19 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 5 | 3 |
| 2020 Quattroporte | 19 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 Quattroporte | 18 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 Quattroporte | 18 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 Quattroporte | 18 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 1 |
| 2015 Quattroporte | 18 | 207.1 in | Not rated | 6 | 5 |
| 2014 Quattroporte | 18 | 206.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 10 |
| 2013 Quattroporte | 14 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 Quattroporte | 15 | 198.8 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maserati. How we calculate this →