Maserati files patent for Maserati Cinqueporte in Europe

A lot of people cannot imagine an SUV in the Maserati showrooms but it is a reality as the brand has unveiled the concept vehicle Maserati Kubang during the motor show in Frankfurt just last month.

In a recent report in Italian newspapers, Maserati might actually be using the Cinqueporte nameplate for the Kubang SUV. This is following the filing of a patent for the name Cinqueporte in Europe. Many agree that the name is a lot better than Kubang.

The Kubang tag is actually a name that has been used before by Maserati for a concept vehicle. Something in the name Kubang does not sound right for an SUV and a lot of fans are glad that the car manufacturer might actually be dropping it in favor of a more classy name. Cinqueporte actually gives it away as it really suggests a five door vehicle.

So far we have not head any plans of Maserati planning to produce an estate version of any members of their current lineup. The only realistic application of the Cinqueporte name is to be attached at the back of a Maserati SUV unless the carmaker was able to conceal a plan for a new vehicle from everyone else.

Translating the new name it really comes down as the Maserati Five Door which is pretty much odd still but it works when it is in its Italian form. Anyway, whether it will be Kubang or the Cinqueporte, it will still be an SUV from Maserati that has a Ferrari built engine under its hood with the body inspired by the Grand Cherokee.

The Kubang concept that took spotlight in Frankfurt has a very prominent grille, LED headlights, and vents. The sloping roofline of the SUV takes you to the unique tailgate. The specs of the Kubang or the future Maserati Cinqueporte have not been revealed yet but the powerful powerplant will be linked with an 8-speed automatic gearbox. The crossover has also unique steering system, brakes, and suspension setup.