PROS It's properly fast Hatch-like handling Feels properly special
CONS Tight interior relative to rivals Options can still get expensive Do you really need a GTS?
Porsche updated the Macan's front and rear bumpers and added new wheel designs to the order form for 2022. The interior sports a reworked center console, steering wheel, and shift lever. The base turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder now makes 261 horsepower, and the Macan S inherits the 375-hp twin-turbo 2.9-liter V-6 from last year's GTS. Porsche cut the Turbo from the list but transferred its 434-hp V-6 to the GTS.
PROS Spry handling, eager powertrains, sporty exterior styling.
CONS Standard interior materials don't impress, snug rear seat, most rivals offer more cargo space.
The 2019 Maserati Levante ranked #5 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Maserati Levante has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 19 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful, rich-sounding lineup of Ferrari engines Smooth ride quality Responsive handling
Cons Some lower-quality cabin materials Very small cargo area for the class Poor fuel economy
The 2019 Maserati Levante comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.New turbocharged V8 available in two new variants: GTS and Trofeo.New wireless charging pad with signal booster comes standardElectronic power steering replaces hydraulic steering.New interior and exterior trim.
PROS Design differentiates it from the sea of look-alike crossovers Turbocharged V6 engine provides quick acceleration Suspension enhances ride comfort and handling around turns Highly customizable interior
CONS Comes up short on storage space Fuel economy lags that of other luxury SUVs Some downmarket buttons and switches
It's the new entry-level Maserati Levante and it's almost $15,000 less than the next rung up the ladder. It's still got a twin-turbo V6 and it still has loads of kit. So, what's not to like?
Pros It's still got a big presence It goes well and sounds even better Ride comfort is excellent with air suspension Sporty handling with solid composure Very comfortable cockpit and all the latest features including Apple CarPlay General refinement ZF eight-speed gearbox is a big plus
Cons Not as sharp as the Porsche Cayenne Generic rear styling Still 10 grand more than the Porsche
