Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

In pictures

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Overview

- First two-door car from Maybach since 1930s

- Based on AMG SL 63 roadster

- Only 3 units allocated to India

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

'Monogram' bonnet

- Finished in Obsidian Black

- Dozens of tiny Maybach logos in a repeating pattern

 

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Wheels

- Multi-spoke 21-inch wheels are Maybach exclusive

- Five-spoke monobloc option also on offer

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Interior

- Yacht-like ambience

- AMG SL 63-like 11.9-inch touchscreen

- Adjustable for best viewing angle (12-32 degrees)

 

 

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Seats

- Diamond-stitched seats in Nappa leather

- They also have Maybach patterns

- All-white upholstery gives an airy feel to the cabin 

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Performance and refinement

- 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8: 585hp, 800Nm

- 0-100kph: 4.1s, slightly slower than AMG SL 63: 3.6s

- 9AT recalibrated for leisurely shifts

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 quick review

Price and verdict

- Pricey at Rs 4.2 crore (ex-showroom)

- Shared touchscreen isn't bespoke

- Superb comfort, refinement

 

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