Imagine coming across an ad like this while scrolling through your Facebook feed or a classified ads site. An SUV Maserati Levante S, 430 hp V6 twin-turbo petrol, automatic gearbox, first launched in January 2016. So far, nothing out of the ordinary. Then come the two lines that change everything: 720,000 km on the odometer... and just €15,000.
Yes, you read that right. The price of a used city car for an Italian luxury SUV that was well over €100,000 new. The ad comes from a seller based in Augsburg, Germany, and even states that the mileage would be certified. Better still, it promises a 24-month warranty on engine, parts and labor.
So the question inevitably arises: is this an incredible opportunity... or the start of a long series of bills?
When a Maserati costs the price of a city car
The Maserati Levante occupies a special place in the brand's history. Launched in 2016, it is the first SUV produced by Maserati, assembled at the Mirafiori plant in Turin. Positioned opposite the Porsche Cayenne, BMW X5 or Range Rover Sport, it offered a blend of Italian luxury, performance and family versatility.
At the time, prices started at around €80,000 and could exceed €150,000, depending on the version. Today, the second-hand market is extremely broad. A Levante in good condition, with 60,000 to 120,000 km, generally sells for between €40,000 and €70,000.
But as is often the case with top-of-the-range cars, there is also a “market basement”. Here you'll find examples for under €25,000, usually with high mileage, often from fleets of heavy drivers or chauffeurs. And sometimes, some ads go even further.
720,000 km: a shocking figure... but not totally unprecedented
Seeing a Levante boasting 720,000 km may seem totally unrealistic. But it's not as absurd as it sounds.
In a previous guide to buying a used Levante, We've already spotted some particularly well-maintained examples. Some V6 diesels exceed 300,000 km, which is not so unusual for vehicles used intensively on freeways. Even more surprisingly, there's even a 2017 Levante V6 petrol with almost 780,000 km in some ads. In other words, these SUVs have sometimes lived the life of professional heavy-duty drivers: freeways, long-distance journeys, almost daily use.
Of course, this doesn't mean that all Levante models are capable of achieving such figures. But it does show that the model's technical base can withstand an enormous amount of mileage when properly maintained.
The V6 petrol engine
The model featured in the advert is not a diesel, but a Levante S, equipped with the 430hp V6 3.0 twin-turbo petrol engine. This engine is particularly interesting in Maserati's recent history. Designed by the trident brand but assembled by Ferrari in Maranello, it is part of the F160 engine family. Aluminum block, twin turbochargers, direct injection: on paper, it's a noble engine.
On the road, this V6 completely transforms the Levante's character. Where the diesel favors torque and long-distance efficiency, the gasoline brings a much more expressive sound, a livelier rev-up and a sportier feel.
As far as reliability is concerned, feedback has been pretty good. There are no known major faults with the engine itself, although modern peripherals (injectors, sensors, etc.) may obviously require attention over time. But one thing is certain: 720,000 km remains an extreme mileage, even for a solid engine.
The real trap of a very cheap Maserati
Because the real question is not just whether this Levante can still be driven. The real question is: how much will it cost over the next few years?
A Levante remains a luxury SUV designed for a new six-figure price tag. Parts, labor, tires, brakes and suspension are calibrated for this level of the range. In other words, even if you buy it for €15,000, maintenance will never be the same as for a €15,000 car. On a car with over 700,000 km, almost every mechanical component has potentially already been replaced... or could be soon. The presence of a 24-month warranty in the advertisement may be reassuring, but it remains essential to understand precisely what is actually covered.
So, a good deal or a risky bet?
In absolute terms, driving a Maserati Levante for €15,000 is obviously attractive. The brand image, Italian design, Ferrari V6 engine and performance are all very attractive. But with an odometer reading 720,000 km, the purchase becomes almost a philosophical decision.
For some, this kind of announcement represents a fascinating curiosity: proof that a Maserati SUV can cover distances worthy of a German cab. For others, it's simply a mechanical gamble that's hard to justify. At this mileage level, the car has already lived its life.
And in this case, the real question may not be “how much does it cost?”, but rather “how many more kilometers can it cover?”.
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