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Audi A8 vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (571 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (91400 £ vs 88800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Audi A8 or Maserati Ghibli?

Audi A8

5 (1 Reviews)
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Maserati Ghibli

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

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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.

Maserati Ghibli has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 88800 £, while the Audi A8 costs 91400 £. That’s a price difference of around 2619 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi A8 manages with 7 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 1.60 L per 100 km.

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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 Audi A8 has a noticeable edge – offering 571 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 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 a bit better – reaching 286 km/h, while the Audi A8 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Audi A8 pulls noticeable stronger with 800 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, Maserati Ghibli is barely noticeable lighter – 1953 kg compared to 2035 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi A8 offers minimal more room – 505 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 5 L.

When it comes to payload, Audi A8 slightly takes the win – 700 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi A8 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi A8 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £91,400
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Audi A8

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 11.5 L
Audi A8
Maserati Ghibli

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Audi A8

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The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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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 A8
Maserati Ghibli
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Ghibli @ Maserati S.p.A.

Costs and Consumption

Price
91400 - 134900 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 11.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 - 260 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
82 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
4
Curb weight
2035 - 2295 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
505 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
5190 - 5320 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1945 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1473 - 1488 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 700 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Audi
Brand
Maserati
Is the Audi A8 offered with different drivetrains?

The Audi A8 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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