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Kia Niro vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (138 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (29,100 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Niro or Maserati Ghibli?

Kia Niro vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally 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.

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

Niro

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.

Kia Niro is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,618 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Niro uses 4.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 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 substantially more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 138 HP. That’s roughly 292 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Kia Niro takes 11.1 s. That’s about 6.4 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.

Niro

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Niro is markedly lighter – 1,474 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 479 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers marginally more boot space – 500 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 49 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries slightly more – 577 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Ghibli has only a minor advantage 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 £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/100km
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Kia Niro

The Kia Niro is a practical crossover that blends economy and everyday versatility without sacrificing comfort. With a roomy, well-laid-out cabin and calm, composed handling, it’s an easy-to-live-with choice for commuters and families.

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Reviews Kia Niro

4.6 (4 Reviews)
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pip
11 Jul 2026, 08:42:12

nice size, roomy for passengers, lots of bells and whistles as standard, magnificent fuel economy,well made , 7 year warranty

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Archi
25 Mar 2026, 13:11:41

Efficient, functional, understated, spacious and comfortable. No surprises: it delivers what it promises and does its job without fanfare. Good buy.

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Wolfgang Schäfer
21 Oct 2025, 14:01:32

I've been driving the Kia Niro since 2019 and am still very happy with this car.

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29,100 - 33,800 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
102 - 111 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
1,474 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
451 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
466 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
138 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.1 - 11.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
265 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
102 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,580 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Maserati
What drive types are available for the Kia Niro?

The Kia Niro is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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