Sensitivity of Gas Pedal in 2018 Maybach S560
06-07-2018, 06:27 PM
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Sensitivity of Gas Pedal in 2018 Maybach S560
I am new to Mercedes. I discovered a few days ago that my dream car is the 2018 Mercedes Maybach S560 with 4MATIC because I want all wheel drive and I don’t need the V12. What I am wondering is on the V8 S560, if the gas pedal is feather sensitive. Like you push it the tinest bit, and it nearly gives you whiplash. My friend had to put concrete bags in the back of his car (not a Mercedes) because it would spin out in the rain. Can I comfortably go from a V8 pickup to this car without losing control when trying to accelerate? I know it has all kinds of safety features and practically does the driving for you. What do others think? I drove a luxury car before that would really take off just pressing the gas pedal the smallest amount I could. It was hard to control. Or is this just something you get used to?
And how is the braking? Do you have to push hard to brake like my friend does with his fancy Buick?
And how is the braking? Do you have to push hard to brake like my friend does with his fancy Buick?
06-07-2018, 06:31 PM
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No, not at all Mercedes' pedals have traditionally be stiff. It truly sounds like your friend just can't drive. A Buick is NO COMPARISON to a Mercedes. I would say take a test drive to answer all of this.
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06-09-2018, 10:33 PM
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2019 S560, 2022 Audi S8
I am new to Mercedes. I discovered a few days ago that my dream car is the 2018 Mercedes Maybach S560 with 4MATIC because I want all wheel drive and I don’t need the V12. What I am wondering is on the V8 S560, if the gas pedal is feather sensitive. Like you push it the tinest bit, and it nearly gives you whiplash. My friend had to put concrete bags in the back of his car (not a Mercedes) because it would spin out in the rain. Can I comfortably go from a V8 pickup to this car without losing control when trying to accelerate? I know it has all kinds of safety features and practically does the driving for you. What do others think? I drove a luxury car before that would really take off just pressing the gas pedal the smallest amount I could. It was hard to control. Or is this just something you get used to?
And how is the braking? Do you have to push hard to brake like my friend does with his fancy Buick?
And how is the braking? Do you have to push hard to brake like my friend does with his fancy Buick?
06-09-2018, 11:29 PM
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Possible problem with unit
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article...osition-sensor
or
Someone installed a device similar to this..
https://www.pedalcommander.com/produ...v=7516fd43adaa
https://www.yourmechanic.com/article...osition-sensor
or
Someone installed a device similar to this..
https://www.pedalcommander.com/produ...v=7516fd43adaa
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06-10-2018, 06:58 AM
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If you are comparing the gas pedal in a 13 year old pick up truck to a new S Class you need to take a test ride at a Mercedes dealership.
06-10-2018, 09:13 AM
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You need to test drive it.
Maybach version has a modified throttle vs regular 560 to avoid accidental jerkiness and allowing a smooth take off without upsetting passengers.
Car is made to be a most cosseting limo after all, it's not an Audi S8 or RS7 that have to be feathered to avoid whiplash.
Maybach version has a modified throttle vs regular 560 to avoid accidental jerkiness and allowing a smooth take off without upsetting passengers.
Car is made to be a most cosseting limo after all, it's not an Audi S8 or RS7 that have to be feathered to avoid whiplash.
06-11-2018, 08:24 AM
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06-11-2018, 09:55 AM
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06-12-2018, 06:28 PM
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How can you even lose control in a 621HP S65 with all the electronic nannies watching your every step??
06-12-2018, 06:41 PM
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I mentioned I started to lose control, not that I lost control. When I was going around a turn and pressed on the gas the slightest bit the Lincoln swerved on me.
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