Description
The Maybach nameplate returned in 2015 not as a separate brand but as a trim level for the already luxurious Mercedes-Benz S-Class. But it was more than just some posh on the wheels.
Maybach didn't make it well after the 2008 world economic crisis, and it was cut from the assembly line. Seven years later, Mercedes-Benz decided to introduce it as a trim level. The features and amenities installed on the S-Class, along with the Maybach badge applied on the C-pillars, were a statement for the new luxury line, which almost doubled the price of the S-Class. In 2018, a facelift was introduced.
The 2018 S-Class Maybach was longer than the longest S-Class, and between its front and rear axle, it could fit a SMART four-four. At the front, the grille design was different than the one existing on the regular S-Class. But the three-pointed-star badge was still installed on top of the radiator grille and on the hood.
Inside, the Maybach offered a higher level of luxury and technology than most of the limousines on the planet. It was certainly a car built for the rear two passengers since there were just two seats separated by an ample center console. The reclining seats, the touch-screens in the back of the front seats, or the electric shades for the side windows are just a few examples of fine luxury features. For the sound system, a 3D Burmeister unit with 26 speakers could ensure a concert-hall quality level. On long journeys, the rear seat occupants could enjoy an intense massage experience with specific music and aromatherapy surround them.
Mercedes-Benz offered this hi-class luxury experience with a choice of two gasoline engines. The base version, with 469 hp, was offered with rear- or all-wheel-drive.
Press Release
Mercedes-Maybach stands for the ultimate in exclusivity and individuality. The luxury brand combines the perfection of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class with the exclusivity of Maybach. Now the top model from Mercedes-Benz is even more refined. A new radiator grille, optional two-tone paintwork and new exclusive colour combinations in the interior ensure an even more majestic look. The world premiere is at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. The sales start is in April 2018.
A reinterpretation of the Mercedes-Maybach radiator grille with its fine, vertical struts accentuates the front end. The grille was inspired by a pinstriped suit. It celebrated its world premiere in the Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6, the exclusive coupé study which thrilled connoisseurs and fans of the brand in 2016.
The two-tone exterior paint finish is also a classic Mercedes-Maybach theme. In future there will be nine different colour combinations available on request. The double clear coat is available as a further new option for all dark colours. It creates a brilliant surface finish with a piano lacquer effect and a special impression of depth. The second bodywork clear coat, including intermediate sanding, is intricately applied by hand in the Maybach Manufaktur by specially trained varnishers.
The exterior look of the top model is rounded off by a new luxury 20-inch multi-spoke wheel. There are also three exclusive 20- inch wheels to choose from for the Mercedes-Maybach, including the wheel with a 20-hole design familiar from the Mercedes-Maybach S-Cabriolet.
Two new exclusive colour combinations are offered in the interior: armagnac brown/black and savanna beige/black. The black Maybach Exclusive nappa leather upholstery appointments can also be ordered with a choice of copper-, gold- or platinum-coloured contrasting topstitching. Also new in the range are trim inserts in designo flowing lines Magnolia.
With a length of 5462 mm and a wheelbase of 3365 mm, the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz model range exceeds the long-wheelbase S-Class Saloon by 20 cm in both dimensions. Rear passengers benefit from this increased size, as well as from standard equipment that includes Executive seats on both left and right and other exclusive details such as innovative voice amplification. The huge success of the Mercedes-Maybach speaks volumes: since the market launch of the Maybach in February 2015 over 25,000 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class models have already been delivered to customers. In 2017, too, more than 1 in 10 S-Class models sold was a Mercedes-Maybach. The main markets are China, Russia and the USA.
