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Maserati Ghibli vs Audi A8 comparison

Compare performance (430 HP vs 571 HP), boot space and price (88,800 £ vs 91,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maserati Ghibli or Audi A8?

Maserati Ghibli vs Audi A8: Key differences

Maserati Ghibli

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  • barely cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • noticeably more trunk space
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Audi A8

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  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ghibli

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Maserati Ghibli is barely cheaper – starting at 88,800 £ , while the Audi A8 costs 91,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,619 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Audi A8 uses 4.6 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

A8

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 Audi A8 offers markedly more power – delivering 571 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 141 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Audi A8 is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi A8 delivers noticeably more torque with 800 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Ghibli

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, Maserati Ghibli is barely lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,035 kg. The difference is around 82 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers noticeably more boot space – 500 L compared to 390 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi A8 carries slightly more – 700 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Audi A8 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.

from £91,400
A8

Audi A8

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 571 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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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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The Audi A8 arrives with the kind of quiet authority that makes other limousines feel like they’re trying too hard, offering a cabin wrapped in subtle luxury and tech that never demands attention. For buyers who want composed comfort and discreet status, it’s the sensible splurge that turns daily commutes into a private parade.

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Maserati Ghibli
Audi A8

Costs and Consumption
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Price
91,400 - 134,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 11.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
194 - 251 g/km
co2
105 - 260 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,035 - 2,415 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
390 L
Length
4,971 mm
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
520 - 577 kg
Payload
525 - 700 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Power HP
286 - 571 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Torque
500 - 800 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Power kW
210 - 420 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3
Engine capacity
2,967 - 3,996 cm3

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

The Maserati Ghibli is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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