Maserati Ghibli vs Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | GT | AMG CLS 53 |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2022 | 2021 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $76,200 (best) | $81,550 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal | 21.1 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 345 hp | 429 hp (best) |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 384 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 17.7 cu ft (best) | 11.9 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,990 lbs (best) | 4,456 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.5 in | 4.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 118 in (best) | 115.7 in |
| Length | 195.7 in | 199.1 in (best) |
| Width | 76.6 in (best) | 74.6 in |
| Height | 57.5 in (best) | 56 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Maserati GhibliGT | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMGAMG CLS 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Maserati Ghibli | Mercedes-Benz CLS53 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GT $76,200 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG CLS 53 $81,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Modena $80,900 MSRP | — |
| 3 | Modena Q4 $83,500 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Trofeo $110,600 MSRP | — |