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Mazda MX-30 vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Maserati Ghibli?

Mazda MX-30 vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mazda MX-30 is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,904 £.

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 clearly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 260 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 Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is substantially faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the Mazda MX-30 tops out at 140 km/h. The difference is around 146 km/h.

MX-30

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, Mazda MX-30 is barely lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 104 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers visibly more boot space – 500 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries visibly more – 577 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 175 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda MX-30 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £30,800
MX-30

Mazda MX-30

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 170 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 85 km
Mazda MX-30
Maserati Ghibli

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Mazda MX-30
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 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
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
402 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Maserati
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