The sixth-generation W222 S-Class carried Mercedes-Benz’s full-size luxury car torch with pride, building on the continuous innovation and cutting-edge technology proposition that the S-moniker is best known for. While a ‘regular’ S-Class is a fine car in its own right, there will always be a segment that want something more. For that, Mercedes-Benz offers a few Maybach variants. Maybach is now very much a part of the Mercedes-Benz empire, and this 2018 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560 4MATIC is a fine example of one, with a mere 48,000 miles since new.

Exterior and Interior

The design of the W222 S-Class is not changed much on the exterior on the Maybach models, as this 2018 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560 4MATIC shows in a Metallic Gray paintwork. The most prominent hint is the MAYBACH lettering on the left corner of the trunk lid, the Maybach crest on the C-pillar, and the stretched wheelbase that’s apparent from the side profile. In fact, the Maybach S-Class stretches 214.7 inches in length, which is 6.2 inches longer than a long-wheelbase regular S-Class, and a whopping 12.1 inches longer than the standard wheelbase variant. Rolling on a set of silver 20-inch Mercedes-Benz alloy wheels, it looks a suave and sophisticated vehicle, and those who know what it is, will appreciate it. The interior is where things are truly cranked up to eleven from a standard S-Class, which is a tough act as the standard car already comes loaded to the gills with luxury. Nevertheless, Maybach have done it. As you’d glean, the best place is in the rear seat, as this car comes with the multi-contour rear seats, Rear Seat Comfort and Entertainment package, memory package with rear seat memory, and climate control for the rear, as well as front seats. Enhancing the airiness of the cabin is an exclusive leather beige interior, and you’ve also got the Luxury Package, Exclusive Package and Light Package to make things even more cozy, as well as illuminated door sills. Tech toys for the driver include smartphone integration, Active Park Assist, Driving Package, 360-degree camera system and heated steering wheel. Four-zone climate control keeps everyone comfortable while they enjoy the sublime tones of the Burmester sound system.

Engine

This 2018 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S560 4MATIC is powered by a 4.0L BiTurbo V8 that puts out 463hp and 516lb-ft, enough to propel this 5,100lb beast to sixty from rest in 4.9 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155mph.