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Audi A3 Sportback vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (400 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (27000 £ vs 88800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A3 Sportback or Maserati Ghibli?

Audi A3 Sportback

Maserati Ghibli

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A3 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Audi A3 Sportback has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 27000 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 61752 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A3 Sportback manages with 1.10 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 7.50 L per 100 km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli has a slight edge – offering 430 HP compared to 400 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A3 Sportback is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 3.80 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Ghibli performs slightly better – reaching 286 km/h, while the Audi A3 Sportback tops out at 237 km/h. The difference is around 49 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Ghibli pulls somewhat stronger with 580 Nm compared to 500 Nm. That’s about 80 Nm difference.

A3 Sportback

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Audi A3 Sportback is decisively lighter – 1360 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 593 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 120 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati Ghibli somewhat takes the win – 577 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 97 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A3 Sportback shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £27,000
A3 Sportback

Audi A3 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 400 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 9.3 L
  • Electric Range : 134 - 141 km
Audi A3 Sportback
Maserati Ghibli

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Audi A3 Sportback

The Audi A3 Sportback wraps premium materials and crisp German design into a practical hatchback package that makes daily driving feel smart rather than showy. It’s nimble in the city, composed on longer trips, and carries just enough swagger to satisfy buyers who want quality without shouting about it.

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Maserati Ghibli

The Maserati Ghibli cuts a striking figure with Italian flair, serving up rare elegance and a soundtrack that makes even mundane commutes feel cinematic. It’s a driver's car with comfortable manners and enough personality to turn heads, perfect for buyers who want grand tourer charisma without ostentatious showboating.

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Audi A3 Sportback
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
27000 - 56600 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 9.3 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
134 - 141 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
25 - 211 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1360 - 1685 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
280 - 380 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4352 - 4353 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1816 - 1851 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1441 - 1470 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1100 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
410 - 480 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 400 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 10.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
225 - 237 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
220 - 500 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 294 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1498 - 2480 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Maserati
What drive types are available for the Audi A3 Sportback?

The Audi A3 Sportback is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.