Hybrid Quattroporte in the Works as Maserati Rethinks EV Push

Maserati is reportedly gearing up to launch a plug-in hybrid version of its next-generation Quattroporte, signalling a strategic shift in its electrification rollout. Originally due to launch in 2024 as a fully electric replacement for the current model, the new Quattroporte will now form part of a broader plug-in hybrid push across the Maserati range, with PHEV versions planned for several key models.

This recalibration comes amid a cooling of global EV momentum and a growing appetite among premium buyers for electrified drivetrains that don’t fully abandon internal combustion. The new PHEV Quattroporte is expected to debut in 2028, offering a bridge between Maserati’s ICE heritage and its long-term electric ambitions.

A Delay in Full Electrification

Maserati’s original plan was to go all-electric with the Quattroporte successor as part of the brand’s Folgore EV sub-brand, which already includes electric versions of the GranTurismo and Grecale. However, the company has now confirmed a delay to its rollout of full EVs, citing market uncertainty, customer hesitancy, and charging infrastructure gaps.

CEO Davide Grasso, who stepped down earlier this year, had publicly backed an aggressive EV strategy, but insiders suggest the new leadership is opting for a more balanced, demand-driven approach. That includes preserving brand identity — especially in performance and grand touring — by retaining the driving characteristics Maserati fans expect.

What We Know So Far

While the next Quattroporte has yet to be officially revealed, early reports suggest the PHEV model will use a heavily reworked version of the Stellantis STLA Large platform, shared with other group brands but adapted for Maserati’s unique requirements.

Expect a twin-turbo V6 or potentially even a mild V8 mated to an electric motor and a battery pack capable of offering 50–70 miles of electric-only range, putting it in line with rivals like the Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid and BMW 7 Series PHEV. Performance targets will likely remain a priority, with power expected to exceed 500bhp, depending on the configuration.

The car’s design is said to remain faithful to the classic long-hood, fastback style that defines the Quattroporte nameplate — now stretching back over six generations. With a renewed focus on luxury, agility, and flexibility, Maserati hopes the hybrid will appeal to loyalists as well as new customers not yet ready to make the leap to full electric.

PHEV Pivot Spreads Across the Lineup

It’s not just the Quattroporte being reconsidered. The Levante SUV, also scheduled for replacement in 2027, is tipped to include PHEV options alongside eventual full-electric variants. Maserati sees the hybrid phase not as a fallback, but as a strategic midpoint designed to keep combustion technology relevant while preparing for an electrified future.

This approach echoes a wider industry rethink, with many premium brands—Ferrari, Aston Martin, and Bentley among them—reassessing the pace of their EV rollout and extending the lifespan of plug-in tech. For Maserati, a brand that trades heavily on sound, feel and performance, this may prove to be a prudent move.

A New Phase, Not a Retreat

While some may view this as a step back from bold EV claims, Maserati insists it’s a recalibration, not a retreat. The Folgore programme is still very much alive, and more EVs are on the way. But the message is clear: luxury buyers want choice, and Maserati plans to deliver it — whether that’s V6, hybrid, or full battery-electric.

With the Quattroporte PHEV now firmly in development, and the Grecale and GranTurismo Folgore models gaining traction, Maserati seems determined to navigate the shifting market without losing its soul.