[Spo81rty]

Starting a new thread since photos were released. So far I think it looks good. Haven't seen any engine specs or other details yet. If anyone finds anything else please post it here!

Official site:
Maserati Kubang

More photos:
Maserati Kubang - Salone di Francoforte Live 2011 - 1/48

[BigFoot]

I'm going to make thist thread a sticky for a while.

[tyroquidam]

Seems like the engine (at least for the higher end lines) will be developed in-house by former Ferrari F1 engine chief Paolo Martinelli.
Suspensions, brakes, steering will be developed in-house to keep the "Maserati feel"

[elambo]

The interior is classic Maserati, in fact a little too classic for me. I was expecting some new twists and turns. Maybe when I get the chance to look closer I'll see a few.

So far so good!

Price???

[Briik]

much better. Where do we see pics of interior?

[BigFoot]

There are no photos of the interiors yet, those on the link belong to the GranTurismo Convertible.

[maseratibuyer]

Not bad, actually. Reminds me of a few different SUVs though. If I ever get an SUV, it'll be the Kubang! Lol

[JGT]

not too impressed by the looks...as already mentioned above the good news is in the motor department:

"the Kubang will be offered with a new generation of "high-tech Maserati propriety engines" designed in house. The work is being led by Paolo Martinelli, Maserati’s Head of Powertrain Department. Prior to work at Maserati, Martinelli served as engine chief of Ferrari’s Formula One racing team... and for nearly 30 years at Ferrari...
and will be produced in Maranello by Ferrari"....


they certainly took the right decision there!

[JGT]

Paolo Martinelli (born September 29, 1952 in Modena, Italy) is an engineer best known for his position as head of Scuderia Ferrari's Engine Department from 1994 to 2006.

Career

Martinelli studied Mechanical Engineering at Bologna University, graduating in 1978. He joined Ferrari immediately, at first working on engine design for the company's production cars. In 1994 he was appointed head of the Formula One team's Engine Department, where he took the decision to ditch the commitment to running V12 engines in favour of V10s. The first V10-powered Ferrari raced in 1996, and the team used this configuration to win five Drivers' and six Constructors' Championships before rules were brought in stipulating the use of V8s for 2006.

In October 2006, Martinelli moved to an executive role within Fiat, Ferrari's parent company. His position in Ferrari was taken over by Gilles Simon.

[VOLTRADER66]

The styling is perfect for the target market...'soccer moms', nothing too weird or funky looking. Let's hope they make billions of Yuan (the soon to be official ccy of Italy...lol) and plough some of that into improving their QP and GT cars.

[JGT]

Paolo is probably delighted he has been saved of making 85hp engines for fiat so hopefully he gives us a great surprise that will find its way in the nice Maseratis

[elambo]

Originally Posted by BigFoot

There are no photos of the interiors yet, those on the link belong to the GranTurismo Convertible.

The photos I saw came from the Kubang-specific website. They weren't exactly easy to find but they're there.

[sasso1977]

i think its very similar to the cayenne, the looks wont make anyone go gaga over it, but like the cayenne i hope once you drive it , you realize how good it is , i just hope the kubang performs like a tall sports car.

[bvanzyl]

Originally Posted by sasso1977

i think its very similar to the cayenne, the looks wont make anyone go gaga over it, but like the cayenne i hope once you drive it , you realize how good it is , i just hope the kubang performs like a tall sports car.

Looks: agree with you 100% - this could have an Infinity logo on it and no one would be surprised. lol.

Performance: Unless this thing comes in a higher-line model that rivals the Cayenne Turbo S, there is no way I would even consider buying it.

[veloce49]

Originally Posted by VOLTRADER66

The styling is perfect for the target market...'soccer moms', nothing too weird or funky looking. Let's hope they make billions of Yuan (the soon to be official ccy of Italy...lol) and plough some of that into improving their QP and GT cars.

The yuan? Yikes!
I have been hoarding lire in anticipation of Italia being thrown out of the euro community.
Time to take off the lira/drachma spread?