Mercedes GLS 600 Maybach: Where Opulence Breeds Lethal Performance

Mercedes GLS 600 Maybach

Mercedes GLS 600 Maybach- An ultra-luxurious full size SUV that is often called the “Ride of the Deities” is an exquisite contradiction that marries opulence with brute performance.

Nestled within 4.0L V8 Bitturbo Mild- Hybrid engine with EQ Boost, Maybach accumulates a 550 hp and thumping torque of 730 that powers this synonym of opulence to dash 0-60 mph in mere 4.8 secs.

Top speed? Topping out at 155 mph, this plush  levitates on the cemented paths without compromising the promised suave riding experience.

mercedes gls 600 maybach

When leaned inside, an executive deluxe suite seating, pillow-soft headrests, and unparalleled boardroom serenity with tech laden infotainment is waiting to comfort and entertain its master from the world noise. 

Contemporaries such as Bentley Bentayga, Rolls Royce Cullinan, and Range Rover SVautobiography chases the elite class whereas Maybach attracts them with its superlative executive architecture – evocates affinity.

But as they say, “perfection is an illusion”, this rolling premium lounge does carry an overlooked flaw in its mechanical DNA.

Restless for the answers? Stay tuned till the end to explore the absolute Mercedes GLS 600 Maybach specifications sheet and know what’s that con that often glossed over!

Engine & Performance

Engine Type:🔧 4.0L V8 Biturbo with EQ Boost (Mild-Hybrid)
Displacement/Battery Capacity:📦 3,982 cc
Power Output:⚡ 550 hp (410 kW) @ 6,000 rpm
Torque:💥 730 Nm (538 lb-ft) @ 2,500–5,000 rpm
0-60 mph (0-100km/h):⏱️ 4.8 seconds
Top Speed:🏁 155 mph (250 km/h) [electronically limited]
Number of Cylinders/Motors:🔧 8 Cylinders (V8) + EQ Boost (Integrated Starter Generator, 21 hp)
Fuel Type:Premium Unleaded Petrol
Emission Standard:🌱 Euro 6d / EPA Tier 3-compliant (US)

Transmission

Type:⚙️ 9G-TRONIC Automatic Transmission
Number of Gears:🔁 9
Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD):❄️ All-Wheel Drive (4MATIC)

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length:📏 5,207 mm
Overall Width:📐 2,030 mm (excluding mirrors)
Overall Height:📏 1,838 mm
Wheelbase:🚘 3,135 mm
Ground Clearance🌍 ~200 mm (adaptive AIRMATIC suspension adjusts ±)
Kerb Weight:⚖️ ~2,785 kg
Boot Space🧳 520 liters (with all seats up)

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack:⛽ 90 liters (including 12L reserve)
🔋 48V Mild-Hybrid EQ Boost (no external charging required)
Mileage (City):💧 ~15 mpg
Mileage (Highway):🛣️ ~20 mpg
Mileage (EPA/Company Certified):📊 16 mpg (combined EPA)

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension:🛠️ AIRMATIC Air Suspension with Adaptive Dampers
Rear Suspension:🔧 AIRMATIC Air Suspension with Level Control
Front Brakes:🟥 Ventilated Disc Brakes (6-piston calipers)
Rear Brakes:⬛ Ventilated Disc Brakes
Steering Type:🔄 Electromechanical Power Steering

  • Optional: Rear-Axle Steering (up to 10°)
  • Wheels & Tyres

    Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy)🛞 Alloy Wheels (forged, multi-spoke Maybach-specific design)
    Tyre Size:🔧 285/40 R23 (Standard for Night Series; 22″ available in other trims)
    Spare Tyre:🧯 No spare tyre (Run-flat tyres standard)

    Capacity

    Seating Capacity:👥 4 or 5 (depending on configuration)
    Number of Doors:🚪 4

    Features & Technology

    Infotainment System:🖥️ MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience)

  • Dual 12.3″ widescreen displays (instrument + media)

  • Rear-seat MBUX tablets integrated into executive seats

  • Rear Entertainment System with dual 11.6″ touchscreens (standard)
  • Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.)🔌 Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
    🔌 Bluetooth, USB-C Ports
    📶 Built-in Navigation with AR (Augmented Reality)
    📱 Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
    📡 5G LTE eSIM (select regions)
    Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital)📊 Fully Digital 12.3″ Display
    🌌 Head-Up Display with customizable views
    AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control)❄️ 5-Zone Automatic Climate Control
    🔥 Separate controls for both rear seats with air purification
    Other Features:🛋️ Executive Rear Seats with ventilation, massage, and recline

    🍾 Rear center console with refrigerator and folding tables (optional)

    🎶 Burmester 3D Surround Sound System (27-speaker, 1590W)

    🌈 Active Ambient Lighting (64-color palette)

    ☀️ Panoramic Sliding Sunroof with opaque roller blind

    📱 Wireless Charging (front and rear)

    ✨ Maybach-specific wood, leather, and chrome trim options

    🧳 Powered Easy-Pack Tailgate

    🚪 Soft-Close Doors with illuminated Maybach logos

    Safety

    Airbags:🎈 9 Airbags
    (Front, Side, Curtain, Driver Knee, Rear Side)
    ABS with EBD:✅ Standard
    Traction Control:✅ Standard
    ESC/VSC:✅ Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Curve Dynamic Assist
    ISOFIX:👶 ISOFIX Mounts (Rear Seats, standard)
    Parking Sensors/Camera:🔁 Front and Rear Parking Sensors
    📷 360° Surround View Camera with 3D View
    Additional Safety Features:🚘 Active Brake Assist (Autonomous Emergency Braking)

    ↪️ Active Lane Keeping & Lane Change Assist

    🚗 Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning

    ⚠️ Pre-Safe® System (detects collision likelihood and tightens belts, adjusts seats/windows)

    🧠 Driver Drowsiness Detection (ATTENTION ASSIST)

    ⛓️ Adaptive Cruise Control (DISTRONIC) with Stop & Go

    🔧 Active Steering Assist

    📶 Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

    🚘 Trailer Stability Assist

    🛑 Traffic Sign Recognition

    Price (If applicable)

    Ex-Showroom Price:💰 $178,450
    On-Road Price:💰 ~$190,000 – $210,000

    Mercedes GLS 600 Maybach is undeniably an stupendous equilibrium of on-road grace and off-road versatility. A pinnacle creation that sets new and overwhelming benchmarks for the other SUV manufacturers with its brutal performance and unmatched sophisticated persona -fuses seamlessly with the aura of the captain.

    With regards to the above, GLS 600 boasts the same frame of GLS that lacks the novel individuality and bespoke identity of ultra-premium occupants – can act as a catalyst for the discerning prospectives.

    In the end, whether you are running business errands, off to a detour or planning to dominate off road terrains, Mercedes Maybach GLS 600 can be a commendable and loyal sidekick.

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