VS

Maserati Ghibli vs Mercedes G-Class comparison

Compare performance (430 HP vs 605 HP), boot space and price (88,800 £ vs 106,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maserati Ghibli or Mercedes G-Class?

Maserati Ghibli vs Mercedes G-Class: Key differences

Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
rate
  • visibly cheaper
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly lighter
details

Mercedes G-Class

  • markedly more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
details

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ghibli

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.

Maserati Ghibli is visibly cheaper – starting at 88,800 £ , while the Mercedes G-Class costs 106,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,838 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Maserati Ghibli uses 8.6 L/100km and is very slightly more efficient than the Mercedes G-Class with 8.7 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

G-Class

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 Mercedes G-Class offers markedly more power – delivering 605 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 175 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes G-Class is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.4 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes G-Class delivers clearly more torque with 1,164 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 584 Nm more.

Ghibli

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Maserati Ghibli is markedly lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,485 kg. The difference is around 532 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes G-Class offers noticeably more boot space – 640 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 140 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes G-Class carries somewhat more – 715 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 138 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes G-Class 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 £106,600
G-Class

Mercedes G-Class

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 387 - 605 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 28 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 479 km
Maserati Ghibli
Mercedes G-Class

Costs and Consumption

View detailed analysis

Engine and Performance

View detailed analysis

Dimensions and Body

View detailed analysis

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.

details

Mercedes G-Class

The G-Class, often called the G‑Wagen, is a blocky icon that blends unapologetic off-road prowess with a plush, modern cabin, announcing your arrival before you even step out. It’s equally at home crawling over rocks or cruising city streets, and owning one feels like adopting a very expensive, very capable personality.

details
Maserati Ghibli
Mercedes G-Class

Costs and Consumption

Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Price
106,600 - 171,000 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.7 - 14.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
28 kWh/100km
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
479 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
194 - 251 g/km
co2
0 - 336 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,485 - 3,085 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
640 L
Length
4,971 mm
Length
-
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,931 - 1,984 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
520 - 577 kg
Payload
115 - 715 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Power HP
387 - 605 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 5.8 s
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Torque
760 - 1,164 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Power kW
285 - 445 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3
Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
Brand
Maserati
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
DriveDuel uses data analysis and artificial intelligence to evaluate vehicle data and create content. Content is regularly reviewed and improved. The displayed prices are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted to the respective country’s VAT. Country-specific registration taxes are not included. This information is not legally binding.