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Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (585 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (52,600 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E Class Wagon or Maserati Ghibli?

Mercedes E Class Wagon vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • moderately more trunk space
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Maserati Ghibli

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

E Class Wagon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Mercedes E Class Wagon is considerably cheaper – starting at 52,600 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,120 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E Class Wagon uses 1.7 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 6.9 L/100km.

Ghibli

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 Mercedes E Class Wagon offers markedly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 155 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E Class Wagon is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.1 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E Class Wagon delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 170 Nm more.

E Class Wagon

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, Mercedes E Class Wagon is only slightly lighter – 1,900 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes E Class Wagon offers moderately more boot space – 615 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E Class Wagon carries a bit more – 645 kg compared to 577 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes E Class Wagon 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.

from £52,600
E Class Wagon

Mercedes E Class Wagon

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 186 - 585 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 - 109 km
Mercedes E Class Wagon
Maserati Ghibli

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Mercedes E Class Wagon

The E‑Class Estate blends executive elegance with genuine everyday practicality, wrapping luxury materials and a serene ride in a wagon silhouette that never looks apologetic. It’s the perfect choice for buyers who need grown-up luggage space without sacrificing comfort, refinement or a touch of driving enjoyment.

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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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Mercedes E Class Wagon
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
52,600 - 121,800 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.7 - 7.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 - 109 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
44 - 181 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,900 - 2,435 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
460 - 615 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
-
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,880 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
540 - 645 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
186 - 585 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
320 - 750 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
137 - 430 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, F, B, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Maserati
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