Mercedes will hold three global debuts at Monterey Car Week, which is expected to be bigger than most auto shows. The new Mercedes-Maybach SL, which will be introduced on August 18, is the star of the show.
Mercedes is keeping quiet about the model, but spy photos show prototypes with very slight modifications being tested across Europe. Nevertheless, the Maybach version will stand out thanks to a distinctive grille and what looks to be an altered front bumper.
Specialized wheels and a twin exhaust system will accompany them. A unique soft top and Maybach badging are also to be expected.
However, what really sets Maybach versions apart is the interior. You should so anticipate high-quality wood and leather trim along with a variety of unique details. An 11.9-inch infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster should be installed in the vehicle.
The exact specifications of the powertrain are also unknown, but a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 producing 577 horsepower (430 kW / 585 PS) and 590 lb-ft (799 Nm) of torque seems like a good fit. It allows the SL 63 to reach an electronically limited top speed of 196 mph (315 km/h) after accelerating from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.5 seconds.
Mercedes-Maybach will also unveil the new S 680 Nordic Glow Edition in addition to the SL. The Manufaktur limited edition, designed exclusively for the US market, aims to represent “craftsmanship at the highest level.”
Though there isn’t much information there, just 50 units will be produced. With a twin-turbo 6.0-liter V12 engine producing 621 horsepower (463 kW / 630 PS) and 664 lb-ft (899 Nm) of torque, they will probably cost more than $234,000. With this, the enormous sedan should be able to reach 60 mph (96 km/h) in 4.5 seconds.
Mercedes will commemorate 130 years of motorsport in addition to introducing two new Maybachs. The business will introduce a limited edition Mercedes-AMG GT3 race car as part of this endeavor. There will only be 13 units produced.
Mercedes will also have a variety of historic vehicles on exhibit, such as a 1970 C 111-II, a 1932 Maybach Zeppelin DS 8, and a 1924 Targa Florio race car.