Audi S8 vs. Maserati Ghibli
In comparing the Audi S8's and the Maserati Ghibli's specifications and ratings, the Audi S8 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Maserati Ghibli has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing. Based on this comparison of the Audi S8's and the Maserati Ghibli's specifications and ratings, the Audi S8 is a better car than the Maserati Ghibli.
Audi S8 vs. Maserati Ghibli Pricing
For a new model, the Audi S8's price is between $128,009 and $152,657, with the Maserati Ghibli priced between $102,970 and $115,311.
Audi S8 vs. Maserati Ghibli Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S8 loses 57.2 percent of its value and the Maserati Ghibli loses 61.5 percent of its value. This means the Audi S8 retains 4.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Maserati Ghibli.
Audi S8 vs. Maserati Ghibli Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S8 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Maserati Ghibli's quality rating is 6.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi S8 being ranked 7 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Maserati Ghibli being ranked 21 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Audi S8 vs. Maserati Ghibli Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S8 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Maserati Ghibli the reliability rating is 5.9 out of 10. This gives the Audi S8 an advantage in reliability compared to the Maserati Ghibli.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S8’s base engine makes 563 horsepower, and the Maserati Ghibli base engine makes 424 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Audi S8, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Maserati Ghibli, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
128009 - 152657
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.572224
Pricing
New Asking Price:
102970 - 115311
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.614851
Audi S8 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Maserati Ghibli Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.35 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi S8 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Maserati Ghibli Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S8 Trim Levels
4.0T quattro
Maserati Ghibli Trim Levels
Modena Ultima Q4
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
563 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
424 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 24 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
326 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
111.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5126 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
209.5 inches
Wheelbase:
123.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4123 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/40R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19