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Mercedes A-Class vs Maserati Ghibli - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (320 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (32300 £ vs 88800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes A-Class or Maserati Ghibli?

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Maserati Ghibli

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Mercedes A-Class has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 32300 £, while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88800 £. That’s a price difference of around 56490 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mercedes A-Class manages with 2.30 L and is therefore decisively more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.60 L. The difference is about 6.30 L per 100 km.

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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 Maserati Ghibli has a distinct edge – offering 430 HP compared to 320 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the is quicker – completing the sprint in , while the takes . That’s about faster.

In terms of top speed, the Maserati Ghibli performs slightly better – reaching 286 km/h, while the Mercedes A-Class tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 36 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Maserati Ghibli pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 580 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm difference.

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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.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Mercedes A-Class is distinct lighter – 1440 kg compared to 1953 kg. The difference is around 513 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers noticeable more room – 500 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, Maserati Ghibli a bit takes the win – 577 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Mercedes A-Class proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mercedes A-Class is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £32,300
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Mercedes A-Class

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 8.3 L
  • Electric Range : 85 km
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Mercedes A-Class

The Mercedes A‑Class arrives as a compact charmer that dresses premium materials and a cockpit full of screens in a tidy, city-friendly package, delivering surprising agility and poise. For buyers who want a luxury badge, clever tech and a car that's equally happy in tight streets or on a spirited country run, the A‑Class offers a grown-up feel with a cheeky streak.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
32300 - 55600 £
Price
88800 - 122600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 8.3 L
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
12.90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
53 - 188 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1440 - 1695 kg
Curb weight
1953 - 2010 kg
Trunk capacity
310 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4428 - 4447 mm
Length
4971 mm
Width
1796 mm
Width
1945 mm
Height
1407 - 1423 mm
Height
1461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1125 - 1190 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 485 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
202 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1332 - 1991 cm3
Engine capacity
1998 - 2979 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, D, E, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
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