Maserati Ghibli vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Maserati Ghibli and Mercedes-Benz C-Class contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Maserati Ghibli and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class.
In comparing the Maserati Ghibli's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Maserati Ghibli has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Maserati Ghibli's and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a better car than the Maserati Ghibli.
Pricing: A used 2024 Maserati Ghibli ranges from $60,951 to $119,605 while a used 2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class is priced between $41,991 to $59,895. For a new model, the Maserati Ghibli's price is between $82,201 and $116,538, with the Mercedes-Benz C-Class priced between $50,050 and $69,405.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Maserati Ghibli loses 63.3 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz C-Class retains 10.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Maserati Ghibli.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Maserati Ghibli is 7.2 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz C-Class' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Maserati Ghibli being ranked 9 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class being ranked 15 out of 35 Best Luxury Small Cars.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Maserati Ghibli is 7.4 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Maserati Ghibli.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Maserati Ghibli’s base engine makes 424 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class base engine makes 255 horsepower. The Ghibli is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The C-Class is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 609 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz C-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Maserati Ghibli. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Maserati Ghibli, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: The Mercedes-Benz C-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
82201 - 116538
Starting MSRP:
109500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
73001
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
38395 - 138800
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
50050 - 69405
Starting MSRP:
48450
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
49451
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
33000 - 79900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
87850
Price Range:
60951 - 119605
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
68219
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
40286 - 132492
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
14
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
14812
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
49306
Price Range:
41991 - 59895
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
51959
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
34107 - 95081
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
69077
Depreciation %:
0.63084231
Resale Value $:
40423
Residual Value %:
0.36915769
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.62392314
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.59795763 - 0.63084231
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25580
Depreciation %:
0.527976
Resale Value $:
22870
Residual Value %:
0.472024
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.51356376
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
0.34749831 - 0.55942423
Maserati Ghibli Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Maserati Ghibli
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
11.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
8.4 - 21.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.0
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
11.0
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
9.5 - 20.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.08
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4355889208295698
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.7 - 44.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7721588118427967
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact Cars)
1.5 - 10.4
Maserati Ghibli Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Mercedes-Benz C-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 35Ranking
4 out of / 35Ranking
7 out of / 35Ranking
8 out of / 35Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 35Ranking
11 out of / 35Ranking
15 out of / 35Ranking
16 out of / 35Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
29 out of / 35Ranking
31 out of / 35Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Maserati Ghibli Trim Levels
334 Ultima, Modena Ultima Q4
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Trim Levels
AMG C 43, C 300, C 300 4MATIC
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
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
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
424 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
359 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 35 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
435 / 609 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Backup camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4122 lbs
Width:
83.8 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
195.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3825 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/35R21XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Nero Assoluto
Gray
Grigio Maratea
White
Bianco
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Obsidian Black Metallic
Gray
Graphite Grey Metallic / MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey / MANUFAKTUR Graphite Grey Magno / Selenite Grey Metallic
White
MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic / Polar White
Blue
Starling Blue Metallic / Twilight Blue Metallic
Red
MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red Metallic
Silver
Cirrus Silver Metallic / Mojave Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Nero/Rosso
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Beige
Macchiato Beige
Brown
Sienna Brown / Sienna Brown/Black
Gray
Neva Grey
Red
Power Red/Black
