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BMW Z4 vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (340 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (43500 £ vs 88800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW Z4 or Maserati Ghibli?

BMW Z4

Maserati Ghibli

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

Z4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

BMW Z4 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 43500 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 45295 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: BMW Z4 manages with 6.90 L and is therefore distinct more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 1.70 L per 100 km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 430 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 90 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW Z4 is hardly perceptible 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 BMW Z4 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

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

Z4

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 convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, BMW Z4 is evident lighter – 1510 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 443 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers decisively more room – 500 L compared to 281 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati Ghibli clearly takes the win – 577 kg compared to 235 kg. That’s a difference of about 342 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Ghibli is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

BMW Z4
Maserati Ghibli

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from about £88,800
Ghibli

Maserati Ghibli

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 330 - 430 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.6 - 11.1 L

BMW Z4

The BMW Z4 is a taut, road-hugging roadster that pairs elegant, low-slung styling with a roof you can drop on a sunny whim, delivering that pure, wind-in-your-hair driving thrill few cars manage to match. It’s an ideal weekend companion for drivers who prefer engagement over practicality — bring good shoes rather than a lot of luggage, and you’ll get a grin every time you turn the wheel.

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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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BMW Z4
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
43500 - 65300 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 8.5 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 191 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Roadster
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
2
Doors
4
Curb weight
1510 - 1640 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
281 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4324 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1864 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1303 - 1304 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
215 - 235 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 340 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
240 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
320 - 500 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
145 - 250 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1998 - 2998 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General

Model Year
2024 - 2026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
BMW
Brand
Maserati
What drive types are available for the BMW Z4?

The BMW Z4 is offered with Rear-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.