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Hyundai Kona vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (23,600 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Kona or Maserati Ghibli?

Hyundai Kona vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Hyundai Kona

4.6 (10 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • clearly lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Kona

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.

Hyundai Kona is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,181 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Kona uses 4.6 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 226 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Hyundai Kona takes 8.1 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Ghibli delivers considerably more torque with 580 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm more.

Kona

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Kona is clearly lighter – 1,370 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 583 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers only slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 34 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 490 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Kona holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £23,600
Kona

Hyundai Kona

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 115 - 204 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 380 - 510 km
Hyundai Kona
Maserati Ghibli

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Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a compact crossover that pairs bold styling with practical everyday usability, offering a comfortable cabin and intuitive tech for modern drivers. Available in both conventional and electrified versions, Kona brings lively handling and strong value for buyers who want crossover versatility and standout character.

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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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Hyundai Kona
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
23,600 - 41,900 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
380 - 510 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 - 163 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,370 - 1,773 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
-
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,825 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 - 490 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 204 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.1 - 11.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 150 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, F, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Maserati
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