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Audi A5 Sportback vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (367 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (38700 £ vs 88800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A5 Sportback or Maserati Ghibli?

Audi A5 Sportback

Maserati Ghibli

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

A5 Sportback

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi A5 Sportback has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 38700 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50010 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A5 Sportback manages with 2 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 6.60 L per 100 km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli has a somewhat edge – offering 430 HP compared to 367 HP. That’s roughly 63 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A5 Sportback is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 4.50 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.70 s. That’s about 0.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Ghibli performs slightly better – reaching 286 km/h, while the Audi A5 Sportback tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Ghibli pulls barely noticeable stronger with 580 Nm compared to 550 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

A5 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.

Seats: Maserati Ghibli offers a bit more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Audi A5 Sportback is slightly lighter – 1770 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 183 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers a bit more room – 500 L compared to 445 L. That’s a difference of about 55 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati Ghibli slight takes the win – 577 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 47 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Audi A5 Sportback shows itself to be wins the duel decisively 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 £38,700
A5 Sportback

Audi A5 Sportback

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 150 - 367 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 107 - 110 km
Audi A5 Sportback
Maserati Ghibli

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Audi A5 Sportback

The Audi A5 Sportback dresses up sleek coupe proportions with the everyday sense of a practical hatchback, so you get striking looks without the compromises. Behind the wheel it balances poise and comfort with premium trimmings that make daily driving feel a little bit special — ideal for buyers who want style and substance in equal measure.

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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 A5 Sportback
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
38700 - 68600 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
2 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
107 - 110 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
20.70 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
45 - 172 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
46 - 60 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1770 - 2170 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
331 - 445 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4829 - 4835 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1429 - 1444 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1175 - 1299 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 530 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Diesel MHEV, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 367 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 9.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
280 - 550 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
110 - 270 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1968 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E, F, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Maserati
Is the Audi A5 Sportback offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Front-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.