The current Maserati Ghibli has been in production since 2013 and, while it was facelifted in 2017, it’s clearly showing its age, and we’re not talking solely about its exterior appearance, which stills holds up today.

Fittingly, the Italian marque is working on a second facelift for the sedan, as proven by this prototype of the refreshed model recently snapped during winter testing. It is difficult to say how comprehensive the changes will be, as this tester features the same body panels as the current model.

Despite this, it is reasonable to assume that Maserati will stick to the tried-and-tested formula of tweaking the sedan’s front and rear fascias. The presence of camouflage across the hood of this prototype indicates that it too will be changed.

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As with the recently spotted 2021 Levante prototype, more substantial modifications seem certain for the Ghibli’s interior as black plastic is covering most surfaces. We understand key changes being prepared include an enlarged infotainment system and a fully digital gauge cluster. Maserati will also update the infotainment software used by the Ghibli to make it feel fresh and modern.

Of particular interest with this prototype is that it’s rocking a sticker on the windshield stating it is powered by a 2.0-liter engine with 330 PS (325 HP). To achieve such a horsepower figure, the four-cylinder obviously features a turbocharger but may also form part of a plug-in hybrid system that’s long been rumored for the Ghibli.

If this is the case, it’s possible the black tape just above the gas cap could be hiding the charging port. Maserati had intended on unveiling the plug-in hybrid Ghibli at the Beijing Auto Show but the event was recently postponed. It’s difficult to say when the facelifted Ghibli range will premiere but it could arrive at the same time as the PHEV.

The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too
The Maserati Ghibli Is Getting Its Second Facelift, Could Gain Hybrid Variant Too

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