Compare performance (196 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (28,300 £ vs 71,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra or Maserati Grecale?
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.
Vauxhall Astra is considerably cheaper – starting at 28,300 £ , while the Maserati Grecale costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,304 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Vauxhall Astra uses 2.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Maserati Grecale with 8.8 L/100km. The difference is about 6.6 L/100km.
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 Maserati Grecale offers significantly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 334 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Grecale is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Vauxhall Astra takes 7.6 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Grecale delivers significantly more torque with 620 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm more.
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, Vauxhall Astra is clearly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,870 kg. The difference is around 432 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Maserati Grecale offers clearly more boot space – 535 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 113 L.
When it comes to payload, the Maserati Grecale carries markedly more – 690 kg compared to 502 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra 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.
The Opel Astra strikes a neat balance between everyday practicality and engaging handling, so the daily grind suddenly feels a bit less dull. Inside it's intelligently packaged with modern kit and comfortable seating, making it a very sensible pick for buyers who want a dependable hatchback that doesn't take itself too seriously.
detailsThe Maserati Grecale blends Italian flair with everyday usability, delivering a lively driving character wrapped in a surprisingly polished cabin. It's a compelling choice for buyers who want exotic looks and engaging driving without the fuss of a supercar, and it even manages to feel at home on the school run as well as on a spirited backroad.
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Price
28,300 - 37,900 £
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Price
71,600 - 107,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 4.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.8 - 11.2 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
84 - 454 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 130 g/km
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co2
199 - 254 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,733 kg
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Curb weight
1,870 - 2,027 kg
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Trunk capacity
310 - 422 L
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Trunk capacity
535 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,948 - 1,979 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
438 - 502 kg
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Payload
643 - 690 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
301 - 530 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
450 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
221 - 390 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 3,000 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Maserati
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