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Maserati Ghibli vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (430 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (88,800 £ vs 45,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Maserati Ghibli or Polestar 2?

Maserati Ghibli vs Polestar 2: Key differences

Maserati Ghibli

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  • marginally lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Polestar 2

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  • substantially cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • slightly 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:

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

Polestar 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 45,200 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,590 £.

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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 Polestar 2 offers very slightly more power – delivering 476 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 46 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 2 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is clearly faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the Polestar 2 tops out at 205 km/h. The difference is around 81 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 2 delivers markedly more torque with 740 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 160 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 marginally lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,069 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 95 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries noticeably more – 577 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 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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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 568 - 659 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 Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Price
45,200 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
568 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
194 - 251 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
80 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Curb weight
2,069 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
4,971 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
520 - 577 kg
Payload
412 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Power HP
299 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.2 s
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Power kW
220 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Maserati
Brand
Polestar
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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