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Suzuki Swift vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Swift or Maserati Ghibli?

Suzuki Swift vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Suzuki Swift

4.2 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • significantly lighter
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Maserati Ghibli

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
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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

Swift

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Suzuki Swift is significantly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 71,610 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Suzuki Swift uses 4.4 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

Ghibli

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Maserati Ghibli offers substantially more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 348 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Maserati Ghibli delivers clearly more torque with 580 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 468 Nm more.

Swift

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, Suzuki Swift is significantly lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 884 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries significantly more – 577 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 281 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Swift is far ahead 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 £17,100
Swift

Suzuki Swift

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 82 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
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Suzuki Swift

The Suzuki Swift is a cheeky little hatch that turns city streets into its playground with lively handling and a grin-inducing drive. Practical enough for daily chores, thrifty to run and kinder on your wallet than many rivals, it's a sensible pick for buyers who want fun without drama.

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Reviews Suzuki Swift

4.2 (5 Reviews)
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eb
14 Jul 2026, 19:24:07

Pleasant car to drive, small engine but enough to overtake trucks and climb in the mountains at a decent pace, and to cruise at 130 on the motorway.

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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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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
17,100 - 21,200 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 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
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
98 - 110 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
80 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
-
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
-
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
282 - 296 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
112 Nm
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Maserati
Is the Suzuki Swift offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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