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2016 Maserati Ghibli

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.

Maserati Ghibli
Pictured: 2018 Maserati Ghibli GranLusso Diesel 3.0 facelift Front. Photo: Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Midsize Cars
Body styles
S Q4
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
Length
195.7 in
Curb weight
3,990 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 27% below the 2016 midsize car average of 26.2 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2016 Maserati Ghibli is a midsize car offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive.

It measures about 196 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,990 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 27% worse than the 2016 midsize car average of 26.2 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2016

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 Ghibli — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 Ghibli →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
S Q4195.7 in76.8 in57.5 in118.1 in64.6 / 65 in3,990 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Ghibli V6 SQ43.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdAll-Wheel Drive16 / 24 / 19-27%$4,350475
Ghibli V63.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive17 / 24 / 19-27%$4,350460
Ghibli S RWD3.0L 6-cyl turboAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19-27%$4,350471
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.2 MPG2016 Midsize Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Maserati Ghibli.

Similar 2016 midsize cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2016 Maserati Ghibli (this car)19 MPGNot rated4
2016 BMW 5 Series30 MPGNot rated0
2016 Mercedes-Benz E-Class23 MPGNot rated0
2016 BMW 7 Series24 MPGNot rated0
2016 Audi A630 MPGNot rated3
2016 Lexus LS20 MPGNot rated0
2016 Tesla Model S315 miNot rated10

Recalls (4)

Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust · Jan 20, 2017

NHTSA campaign 17V046000 · 39,381 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Quattroporte and Ghibli, and 2017 Levante vehicles. Adjusting the front seats may cause the seat wiring harness to rub, possibly resulting in an electrical short.
Risk
An electrical short can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles, replacing the seat wiring harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 342.
Tires › Sidewall · Nov 21, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V840000 · 1,861 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ghibli and Quattroporte vehicles and one model year 2016 Ghibli vehicle manufactured February 29, 2016, to October 29, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with certain Pirelli P Zero All Season tires, size 275/40R19 101W, that may develop cracks in their lower sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air.
Risk
A loss of air may result in tire failure or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected tires, free of charge. The recall began on December 30, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 324.
Suspension › Rear · May 2, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V264000 · 26,464 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to September 18, 2015. During the assembly process, the rear tie-rod to hub assembly attaching bolt may not have been properly tightened.
Risk
An improperly tightened rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolt may allow the tie-rod to separate from the hub carrier, resulting in a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left and right rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly attaching bolts to verify that they are properly tightened, replacing the rear tie-rod to hub carrier assembly as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during July 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 303.
Equipment › Accessory › Floor Mat · Mar 1, 2016

NHTSA campaign 16V122000 · 28,235 vehicles

Problem
Maserati North America, Inc. (Maserati) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Quattroporte and Ghibli vehicles manufactured February 1, 2013, to November 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the driver-side floor mat anchor may break allowing the floor mat to move and get trapped between the accelerator pedal and the vehicle carpet.
Risk
If the floor mat moves and becomes trapped between the accelerator and the vehicle carpet, it may result in very high vehicle speeds, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
Fix
Maserati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side floor mat and possibly the accelerator pedal cover, free of charge. The recall began April 29, 2016. Owners may contact Maserati customer service at 1-877-696-2737. Maserati's number for this recall is 301. Note: These vehicles are equipped with a brake override system. In the event a pedal is trapped, pushing on the brake pedal will brake the vehicle and enable the driver to slow and stop and turn off the vehicle.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2016 Maserati Ghibli is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

7Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
38,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train2
Vehicle Speed Control1
Service Brakes1
Visibility/Wiper1
Back Over Prevention1
Air Bags1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
16/08: 119/10: 121/07: 121/09: 122/07: 123/01: 126/06: 116/0819/1021/0721/0922/0723/0126/06max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2016 Maserati Ghibli buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  4. Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 38,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2016 Maserati Ghibli. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Ghibli years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 Ghibli20195.7 inNot rated10
2023 Ghibli20195.7 inNot rated10
2022 Ghibli20195.7 inNot rated20
2021 Ghibli20195.7 inNot rated50
2020 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated05
2019 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated02
2018 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated21
2017 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated521
2015 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated625
2014 Ghibli19195.7 inNot rated619

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maserati. How we calculate this →