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Online platform Whatcar reported last week that Roberto Corradi, vice-president of product development, said that the Italians are planning diesel-powered models equipped with a device that emits an artificial engine sound to make the car sound sportier.

The noise simulator will likely be similar to the Active Sound system that is currently found in the 2012 BMW F10M M5, meaning that the noise will be channeled through the stereo speakers, delivering a sportier sound experience.

The engine, Maserati's first oil burner, boasts 275bhp and 442lb/ft of torque, giving it a 0 to 62mph time of 6.3 seconds. An impressive first attempt, it must be said, but then it was designed by ex-Ferrari F1 engine head honcho Paolo Martinelli.

Although an exact mpg figure is yet to be released, the V6 diesel is said to kick out less than 160g/km of CO2 emissions, making it more tax friendly than your average Mazzy. It should also make a decent-ish noise (we sincerely hope) thanks to sound generators mounted near the exhaust system.

The 3.0-liter V6 turbo diesel is the first diesel engine built by Ferrari, delivering 275HP and a massive 600Nm of torque. The maximum power output translates to a 0-100km/h performance in just 6.3 seconds, whilst returning a fuel economy of 6.0litres/100km.