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Kia Sportage vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (288 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 Sportage or Maserati Ghibli?

Kia Sportage vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Kia Sportage

5 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Maserati Ghibli

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

Sportage

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Kia Sportage 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 Sportage uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 5.7 L/100km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli offers visibly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 142 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 Sportage takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Ghibli delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 380 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

Sportage

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, Kia Sportage is noticeably lighter – 1,552 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 401 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sportage offers slightly more boot space – 587 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sportage carries barely more – 580 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 3 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia Sportage 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 £29,100
Sportage

Kia Sportage

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 63 - 66 km
Kia Sportage
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia Sportage

The Kia Sportage is a roomy, well-equipped compact SUV that balances comfort and practicality for daily driving. It delivers a modern interior, composed ride, and strong value for buyers who want versatility without fuss.

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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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Kia Sportage
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,100 - 47,100 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 66 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
67 - 177 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
1,552 - 1,896 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
-
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
533 - 580 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
250 - 380 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Maserati
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