Lotus Emeya vs Maserati Ghibli
Verdict
At RM459,000, the Lotus Emeya undercuts the RM538,800 Maserati Ghibli by RM79,800, yet its dual motors deliver 603 hp/710 Nm and a 4.15-second 0-100 km/h run versus the Maserati’s 330 hp/500 Nm and 5.6 seconds. It is the quicker, more digital car on paper, with 610 km EV range and 420 kW DC charging. The Ghibli counters with a 263 km/h top speed, an 8-speed ZF auto and rear-drive petrol layout, but its RM2,078 road tax is higher than the Emeya’s RM1,440.
Emeya
Pick the Lotus Emeya if you want the cheaper, faster EV with 610 km range, stronger driver assistance and a longer warranty package.
Ghibli
Pick the Maserati Ghibli if you want a petrol V6 executive sedan with rear-wheel drive, a ZF 8-speed automatic and the higher 263 km/h top speed.
Key differences
- Price: Lotus Emeya RM459,000; Maserati Ghibli RM538,800
- Output: Lotus Emeya 603 hp/710 Nm; Maserati Ghibli 330 hp/500 Nm
- 0-100 km/h: Lotus Emeya 4.15 seconds; Maserati Ghibli 5.6 seconds
- Top speed: Lotus Emeya 250 km/h; Maserati Ghibli 263 km/h
- Boot space: Lotus Emeya 509 litres; Maserati Ghibli 500 litres
- Warranty: Lotus Emeya 5 years/150,000 km plus 8-year/200,000 km battery warranty; Maserati Ghibli 3 years/100,000 km
Emeya
- Much quicker to 100 km/h, with 603 hp and 710 Nm from two motors
- 610 km EV range, 22 kW AC charging and up to 420 kW DC charging
- More active safety kit, including blind spot info, autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist and surround view
- Lower top speed at 250 km/h versus 263 km/h
- No full-size spare tyre, while the Ghibli gets one
- No sunroof, while the Ghibli has a front tilt-and-slide sunroof
Ghibli
- Higher 263 km/h top speed
- Petrol V6 with a ZF 8-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive
- Full-size spare tyre, front foglamps and front tilt-and-slide sunroof are fitted
- Costs RM79,800 more than the Emeya
- Slower from 0-100 km/h at 5.6 seconds versus 4.15 seconds
- Shorter warranty at 3 years/100,000 km versus 5 years/150,000 km
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 459,000✓ | RM 538,800 |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Segment | Grand Tourer | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 24-valve DOHC twin turbocharged V6, variable valve timing |
| Capacity | — | 2,979 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 330 hp |
| Torque | — | 500 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | — | V |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 86.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.7 |
| Number of Motors | 2 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 603 hp✓ | — |
| Motor Torque | 710 Nm✓ | — |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion | — |
| Battery Capacity | 102 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 610 km✓ | — |
| Charger Type (AC) | Type 2 | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 22 kW | — |
| Charger Type (DC) | CCS | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 420 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | Auto-Adaptive Transmission |
| Gears | — | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 4.15 seconds✓ | 5.6 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 9.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 263 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | — | 223 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,139 mm | 4,971 mm |
| Width | 2,241 mm | 1,945 mm |
| Height | 1,459 mm | 1,461 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,069 mm | 2,998 mm |
| Weight | — | 1,810 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 70 litres |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 509 litres✓ | 500 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/45R20 | 235/50R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 285/40R20 | 235/50R18 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full size |
| Factory Tyres | Pirelli P-Zero | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Italy (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Double wishbone with stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-link rear suspension with stabilizer bar |
| Front Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys | 18" Alfieri |
| Rear Wheels | 20" 5-spoke Aero Grey Alloys | 18" Alfieri |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Ventilated Discs | Ventilated Discs |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Continuous Dampening Control with Air Suspension | Mechanical LSD |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| ANCAP | — | 5 stars — With 7 airbags and stability control |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain Airbags, Front Center Airbag and Driver's Knee Airbag | Front and Passenger, Side, and Curtain Airbags |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | — | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electronic for Rear Doors | Manual for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | Three-point seat belts for all five seats |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on two rear passenger seats | Available on two outer rear seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | — |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | — |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Projector LED with Dynamic Indicators | Bi-Xenon |
| Taillamps | Full LED with Dynamic Indicators | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats | 8-way with adjustable lumbar, driver and passenger |
| Rear Seats | Fixed | Fold-down centre armrest, three rear headrests |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Air vents only |
| Sunroof | — | Front, Tilt and Slide |
| Power Sockets | — | 12V front and 12V cargo area power outlet |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | Two Front, Two Rear |
| Audio | 15.1" Touchscreen with Lotus Hyper OS, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 15-speaker KEF Reference Audio | 8.4 inch Maserati Touch Control, 280W audio system with 8 speakers, CD/DVD/MP3/USB support |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Automatic with Anti-pinch | All Four Windows, Driver Auto Up and Down with Jam-Protection |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Depress Brake Pedal) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Entry | Keyless Entry + Remote Control Activation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | — | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | — | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation with Contactless Boot Opening | Remote boot release |
| Parking Sensor Front | 4 Sensors | 4 sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with Surround View | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | No | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | — |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | — |
| Convenience Notes | Tyre puncture repair kit | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years✓ | 3 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-year/200,000 km Battery Warranty | Free Service at 20,000km, 40,000km, 60,000km |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 1,440✓ | RM 2,078 |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
Emeya vs Ghibli FAQ
Is the Lotus Emeya or Maserati Ghibli better?
The Lotus Emeya is the better all-round buy on paper: it is cheaper, quicker, more powerful, has more driver assistance kit and gets a longer warranty. The Maserati Ghibli is for buyers who specifically want a petrol V6 and higher top speed.
What is the price difference?
The Lotus Emeya costs RM459,000, while the Maserati Ghibli costs RM538,800. That makes the Emeya RM79,800 cheaper.
Which is quicker from 0-100 km/h?
The Lotus Emeya is quicker, taking 4.15 seconds from 0-100 km/h. The Maserati Ghibli takes 5.6 seconds, so the Emeya is 1.45 seconds faster.