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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