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Lexus ES vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (218 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (46,600 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus ES or Maserati Ghibli?

Lexus ES vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Lexus ES

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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • moderately lighter

Maserati Ghibli

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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space

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

ES

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Lexus ES is considerably cheaper – starting at 46,600 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,167 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus ES uses 5.1 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 3.5 L/100km.

Ghibli

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 Maserati Ghibli offers considerably more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 212 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 Lexus ES takes 8.9 s. That’s about 4.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is clearly faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the Lexus ES tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 106 km/h.

ES

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, Lexus ES is moderately lighter – 1,680 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 273 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers very slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 454 L. That’s a difference of about 46 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries slightly more – 577 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 107 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Maserati Ghibli is clearly superior 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.

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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
Lexus ES
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus ES

The Lexus ES delivers a supremely comfortable, quietly luxurious experience that favors serene cruising over sporting theatrics. It wraps everyday practicality, top-notch build quality and unimpeachable reliability in a handsome, grown-up package that will appeal to buyers who prize calm refinement over headline-grabbing excitement.

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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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Lexus ES
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,600 - 59,300 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
5.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
115 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 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
1,680 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
454 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,975 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,865 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,445 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
160 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Maserati
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