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NIO EL6 vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (45,900 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO EL6 or Maserati Ghibli?

NIO EL6 vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

NIO EL6

4.1 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • moderately more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • moderately more trunk space
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • somewhat lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EL6

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.

NIO EL6 is clearly cheaper – starting at 45,900 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 42,895 £.

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 NIO EL6 offers moderately more power – delivering 490 HP compared to 430 HP. That’s roughly 60 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL6 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.5 s, while the Maserati Ghibli takes 4.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is visibly faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the NIO EL6 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 86 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO EL6 delivers moderately more torque with 700 Nm compared to 580 Nm. That’s about 120 Nm more.

EL6

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, Maserati Ghibli is somewhat lighter – 1,953 kg compared to 2,215 kg. The difference is around 262 kg.

Looking at boot space, the NIO EL6 offers moderately more boot space – 597 L compared to 500 L. That’s a difference of about 97 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries a bit more – 577 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 102 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL6 is decisively ahead 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 £45,900
EL6

NIO EL6

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 406 - 529 km
NIO EL6
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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NIO EL6

The NIO EL6 blends coupe-like styling with a spacious, tech-packed cabin that makes it feel more premium than its price tag suggests. It steers with quiet confidence and clever conveniences — including NIO's battery-swap option — so long trips start to feel like pure driving pleasure rather than logistical planning.

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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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NIO EL6
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,900 - 63,900 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.4 - 21.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
406 - 529 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
597 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,854 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,703 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,430 L
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
455 - 475 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
NIO
Brand
Maserati
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