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Toyota Prius vs Maserati Ghibli comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 430 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 88,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Maserati Ghibli?

Toyota Prius vs Maserati Ghibli: Key differences

Toyota Prius

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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • visibly lighter

Maserati Ghibli

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  • significantly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

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

Prius

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.

Toyota Prius is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Maserati Ghibli costs 88,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 49,332 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota Prius uses 0.5 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Maserati Ghibli with 8.6 L/100km. The difference is about 8.1 L/100km.

Ghibli

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 offers significantly more power – delivering 430 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 207 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Maserati Ghibli is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Maserati Ghibli is visibly faster – reaching 286 km/h, while the Toyota Prius tops out at 177 km/h. The difference is around 109 km/h.

Prius

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, Toyota Prius is visibly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 1,953 kg. The difference is around 333 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Maserati Ghibli offers significantly more boot space – 500 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

When it comes to payload, the Maserati Ghibli carries clearly more – 577 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 202 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota Prius 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 £39,400
Prius

Toyota Prius

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 72 - 86 km
Toyota Prius
Maserati Ghibli

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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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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Toyota Prius
Maserati Ghibli

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
88,800 - 122,600 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.6 - 11.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
194 - 251 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
1,953 - 2,010 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
500 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
4,971 mm
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,945 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
1,461 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
520 - 577 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
330 - 430 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 5.7 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
255 - 286 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
450 - 580 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
243 - 316 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,998 - 2,979 cm3

General

Model Year
2,023
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Maserati
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