Maserati Levante Mule Spied Testing
Maserati has been spied testing a new mule for its upcoming Levante SUV.
Last time we saw the Levante SUV testing, it was sporting a black body and this time around, the Italian automaker has been caught by AutoGuide.com‘s spy photographers testing a mule in Germany with a red body. Sharing the same platform as the Ghibli and Quattroporte, it’s no surprise to see that the mule is essentially a high-riding Ghibli with additional bodywork to mimic an SUV. Originally rumored to be built on a modified Jeep Grand Cherokee chassis, it’s clear that Maserati is definitely crossing that idea off the list.
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Another benefit for using the same platform was the Ghibli and Quattroporte is that Maserati can share the same powerplants found in its sedan models. Expect the company’s Q4 all-wheel drive system to also make its way to the Levante when it debuts at the 2015 Frankfurt Motor Show.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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