Naza Italia–Maserati, the sole importer and distributor of Maserati recently celebrated a decade of success in introducing the wide range of Maserati innovative models, as well as creating a full lifestyle and ownership experience of the iconic Italian marque for discerning Malaysian clients.
Present at the 10th Anniversary celebration was SM Nasarudin Tan Sri SM Nasimuddin, Group Executive Chairman of Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd, who attributed the distributor’s success to Maserati’s innovation, and the dedication and commitment of the Malaysian team to the brand and business.
He explained: “We commenced our journey as the Malaysian home of Maserati by launching the Maserati GranTurismo Sports and Quattroporte Sport GTS.
This was quickly followed by the introduction of GranCabrio. 2014 was our turning point when we introduced the highly anticipated Ghibli, an elegant and yet sporty sedan, which was very well accepted by the Malaysia market.”
Subsequently in 2016, Naza Italia-Maserati achieved its next milestone by launching the “Maserati of SUVs”, the Levante.
In the last few years, the distributor has introduced at least three upgrades and face-lifts of the various models each year.
“Thanks to Maserati’s continuous innovation, we are able to delight the most discerning tastes of our Malaysian clientele with a comprehensive product line-up that is stylish, refined, technologically excellent and innately exclusive,” said Nasarudin.
Another key attribute to Naza Italia-Maserati’s success is its 45,000 sq ft flagship centre in Petaling Jaya.
The state-of-the-art 4S showroom and service centre was inaugurated in 2009 and refurbished in 2015 to meet Maserati’s global brand identity.
Speaking to media at the celebration, Dato’ Samson Anand George, Group CEO of the Automotive Division at Naza Corporation Holdings Sdn Bhd, emphasised that the flagship centre represents Naza Italia–Maserati’s commitment towards the brand and clientele in Malaysia.
He said, “We strive to make the entire experience of owning a Maserati unique and sensational – from the moment you walk through the doors of our showroom, to the point of your car’s delivery and the dedicated after-service.
“To this commitment, and to the delight of Maserati fans and enthusiasts in northern Peninsular Malaysia, I am pleased to announce that plans are in the pipeline for network expansion in Penang.”
As part of its 10th Anniversary celebration, Naza Italia–Maserati unveiled the limited edition SUV (sports utility vehicle), the Levante Vulcano Limited Edition, where only ten units will be available for the Malaysia market.
The Levante represents the turning point in Maserati’s history. It trail-blazes through new territory for the brand as the marque makes its first foray into the world of luxury sports utility vehicles in its more than 100-year history.
When the Levante was first launched in 2016, it also made a key contribution to completing the marque’s luxury and sporty fleet line-up.
Since then, the Levante has been a popular addition to Malaysia’s luxury automotive market.
“As such, it could not be more apt to mark Naza Italia-Maserati’s one decade of achievements with ten exclusive units of the limited edition Levante Vulcano for Malaysia,” said Dato’ Samson.
Indeed, the new Levante Vulcano is produced in a series of just 150 units for the European and Asian markets, including Malaysia.
The units for Malaysia are available with twin-turbo V6 engine of 430 hp, as well as exclusive finishes and matte Grigio Lava colour exterior that comes with the new Vulcano logo and the words “one of 150”.
Dato’ Samson closed his address with words of thanks. “We are grateful for the guidance and support of Maserati’s team at both regional and global levels and the patronage of our loyal clients. We look forward to another decade of partnership and excellence to continue creating the Maserati ownership and luxury lifestyle experience for our clients here”.
The public is invited to visit the Naza Italia-Maserati showroom in Petaling Jaya to view the Levante Vulcano and speak with the team in greater detail about Maserati’s newest offering.
About the Levante Vulcano
The Vulcano limited edition is available with twin-turbo V6 engine of 430 hp, designed by Maserati Powertrain and built at the Ferrari plant in Maranello.
The exclusive matte “Grigio Lava” shade of the exterior highlights the Trident SUV’s sporty lines to magnificent effect.
The exterior look is completed by the Nerissimo pack details (dark look rear light clusters, black chrome front grille and logos, glossy black window surrounds, body-coloured door handles and burnished exhaust tailpipes), the 21-inch Helios wheels, also with matte finish, and the red brake calipers.
The six-piston Brembo Dual Cast braking system guarantees excellent braking performance.
Inside the new Levante Vulcano, every finish is redolent with sporty elegance.
The heated, ventilated full Pieno Fiore leather seats come in red, featuring electrical adjustment with memories, complete with contrasting embroidered Trident logo on the headrest, and are designed to underline the model’s “volcanic” personality.
In addition, it is fully equipped with an impressively comprehensive range of Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) with more active functions, whilst retaining the razor-sharp steering feel symbolic of any Maserati.
The functions include Integrated Vehicle Control, Forward Collision Warning, Traffic Sign Recognition, Surround View Camera, Highway Assist System, Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist.
Its exclusive allure is further enhanced by the interior trims in high gloss carbon fibre, also used for the gearshift paddles and the insert on the electrically adjustable sport steering wheel, and the chromed aluminium badge on the central tunnel bearing the legendary Trident, together with the new Vulcano logo and the words “one of 150”.
The standard outfit is completed by the Bowers&Wilkins premium sound system, the soft close door closure system, the front and rear parking sensors and the full-LED Matrix adaptive headlights.
The limited edition Levante Vulcano enters the Malaysian market at the starting price of RM838,800.00 (inclusive of local taxes and duties).
The price includes three years Standard Warranty coverage with no mileage restriction plus a free maintenance programme of three years/100,000 km whichever comes first (inclusive of *Maserati Premium Service Plus of three Years/60,000 km).
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