Surprise: Flagship Mercedes S-Class to Come as a V12 Maybach After All
Maybach V12 will be the Absolute Lap of Luxury
Maybach promises the S Class’ infinitely adjustable, heated or cooled pews overshadow all seats before them. They even massage your calves as part of a ten rear passenger body rubbing program. They will also fold out to provide a business class-like cot. There’s a chilled center console for your drinks in those optional silver goblets. And if you want more space, the longer wheelbase version exclusively stretches the rear compartment by 7 inches.
An optional MBUX interior assistant recognizes rear occupants’ gestures and attitude to do everything from turning up the volume to power operating the doors. Active ambient lighting packs in 253 LED units to deliver special effects including two additional Rosegold White and Amethyst Glow ‘color worlds’. Premiere adaptive rear cabin lighting furthermore present the choice of an active workplace or a relaxed lounge atmosphere.
It’s quiet in there too — Active Driving Noise Compensation fades the sound out and the selectable Maybach Dynamic Select system driving program ensures an even smoother ride. You can even specify optional noise-optimized tires.
Yours for a Quarter Million Dollars
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class prices will start at $185,950 for the S 580. Expect the S 680 Maybach V12 to set you back a cool quarter-million dollars. So, rest assured — if it’s the best or nothing for you, Maybach will sell you the very best.
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