Mercedes-Benz India has launched the Maybach S650 in India, with prices starting from ₹ 2.73 crore (ex showroom), while the Maybach S560 variant is priced at ₹ 1.94 crore (ex showroom). The S650 is a long wheelbase model and sits right at top of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class line-up. India already has the Maybach S500 and the S600. The Maybach S650 replaces the S600 in India.
 |
The dimensions of the S650 remain the same as the S600 save an increase of 1 mm in width of the sedan. Apart from that, the S650 also gets 20-inch alloy wheels instead of the 19-inch ones doing duty on the S500. Based on the new S-Class facelift, the S650 now features a slightly updated front end with a revised bumper and larger air dams. Also, the LED headlamps are new, adding freshness to face of the sedan. The rear too gets tweaks in form of new tail lamps and a re-styled bumper. And of course, the car gets the Maybach badging on the C-Pillars and the wheels.
The S-Class includes interior comfort control technology and a panoramic dashboard, while boasting semi-autonomous driving. The lineup also includes coupe and cabriolet versions plus the Mercedes-Maybach S 650 sedan.
| ENGINE | |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| CO₂ emissions | 6,900 kg/year |
| Type | V12 6.0 litres |
| Power | 621 hp @ 5,000 rpm (463 kW) |
| Torque | 738 lb·ft @ 2,300 - 4,300 rpm (1,001 N·m) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Bore | 82 mm |
| Stroke | 93 mm |
| Fuel type | Premium |
| VEHICLE TYPE / CATEGORY | |
| Vehicle type | Sedan |
| Category | Luxury Sedan and Coupe over $100,000 |
| Assembly | Sindelfingen, DE |
| Generation | 1 |
| What's new | N/A |
| FUEL EFFICIENCY / AUTONOMY | |
| City | 18.1 l/100km |
| Highway | 10.7 l/100km |
| Autonomy | 442 km |
| TIRES / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / SAFETY | |
| Steering | rack and pinion with assist |
| Traction control | yes |
| Stability control | yes |
| Seat belts | 4 |
| Airbags | 10 |
| Front suspension | independent, pneumatic, multi-link |
| Rear suspension | independent, pneumatic, multi-link |
| Front brakes | disc (ABS) |
| Rear brakes | disc (ABS) |
| Front tires | P245/40R20 |
| Rear tires | P275/35R20 |
| DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT | |
| Length | 5,462 mm (215″) |
| Width | 1,930 mm (76″) |
| Height | 1,498 mm (59″) |
| Wheelbase | 3,365 mm (132″) |
| Front track | 1,634 mm (64″) |
| Rear track | 1,632 mm (64″) |
| Weight | 2,335 kg (5,148 lbs) |
| Weight distribution front-rear | N/A |
| CAPACITIES | |
| Fuel tank | 80 l (21 gal) |
| Trunk | 500 l (18 ft3) |
| Towing | N/A |
| Box length | N/A |
| PERFORMANCE | |
| Power to weight ratio | 198.0 W/kg |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.0 s |
| 80-120 km/h | N/A |
| Top speed | 250 km/h |
| Braking distance | N/A |
| WARRANTY | |
| Base warranty | 4 years / 80,000 km |
| Powetrain warranty | 4 years / 80,000 km |
| Insurability rating | N/A |
| COMPETITION | |
model |
|
Mercedes-Maybach S-Class Design & Features
In terms of design, the Mercedes-Maybach takes the luxurious design of the S-Class to a new level. This can be seen up front where the massive grille and bonnet are topped off by a hood ornament with the Maybach logo. Both the front and rear bumpers features are layered with chrome to add to the luxury feel of the car.
The new Mercedes-Maybach S650 also gets a longer wheelbase to ensure that those in the rear get the most amount of space possible. The new Mercedes-Maybach S650 also gets a host of features including multibeam LED headlights and tail lights, magic body control, magic sky control, and a crystal-design tail lamp among many others. The S650 Maybach also gets radar-based driving aids including cruise control along with a host of safety features.
DriveSparks Thoughts On The Newly Launched Mercedes-Maybach S650
The newly launched Mercedes-Maybach S650 and S560 take the luxury game of the S-Class luxury limo to a whole new level. With its crazy array of features and luxury amenities, the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class is the limo of choice for the one percenter who prefers to cocoon himself from the rest of the world when being driven around in his car.
