2027 Mercedes-Maybach S

MSRP: From $210,200

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Overview

The 2027 Mercedes-Maybach S is an ultra-luxury full-size sedan that rubs shoulders with upper-crust rivals such as the Bentley Flying Spur and Rolls-Royce Ghost. It comes as either an S 580 with a mild-hybrid twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with 530 hp or an S 680 with a 621-hp twin-turbo V12. AirMatic adaptive air suspension, a 9-speed automatic transmission, 4Matic AWD, and rear-axle steering are all standard, as is a truly opulent cabin with vast rear space and near-endless options and personalization configurations.

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What’s New for 2027

The 2027 Maybach S gets new three-pointed-star-accented adaptive LED headlights, and its grille increases in size by 20%, now displaying the Maybach name at the top. The grille is also fully illuminated, and an illuminated hood ornament is optional. Redesigned taillights and fresh new wheel and paint options round out the exterior changes.

The 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine in the S 580 is uprated from 496 hp and 516 lb-ft to 530 hp and 553 lb-ft and comes with a mild-hybrid system and ISG drive that contribute 23 hp and 151 lb-ft. The air suspension is now cloud-connected to improve ride comfort, and 10 degrees of rear-axle steering is standard. The autonomous driving aids are expanded as well.

Inside, the Maybach S now gets the cabin-width MBUX Superscreen with an updated infotainment system and AI-enabled digital assistant, as well as a redesigned steering wheel with physical controls, dual wireless charging pads, enhanced speakers for the audio system, motorized air vents, more trim and upholstery options, and optional heated front seatbelts.

Rear passengers get 13.1-inch displays attached to the front headrests, and newly available front airbags and seatbelt airbags. The rear center console is also redesigned and gets special new cupholders that can grip the (optional) Robbe and Berking champagne flutes. The Executive Rear Seat package also sees several improvements.

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Exterior

The Maybach S is essentially an S-Class, but with a big illuminated Maybach grille and an available illuminated Mercedes hood ornament. An extended chrome package is standard, as are forged 20-inch Maybach alloy wheels (upgradable to 21s) and available 2-tone paint jobs. Both trims come with a panoramic roof and side logo projectors. Various degrees of blacked-out treatment can be added with the Night Series Design and Night Series Exterior packages.

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Interior

The cabin is constructed from the finest natural materials, with wood, Nappa leather, and real metal everywhere you look. A huge array of interior trim and color options is available through the Manufaktur and Manufaktur Exclusive menus. Thanks to the long wheelbase, a vast 47.2 inches of rear-seat legroom is offered, along with an ample 38.4 inches of headroom.

Naturally, heated, ventilated, and massaging power front and rear seats, 4-zone climate control, and heating for the armrests are standard, but you can also spec a 4-seat configuration, and the rear compartment can be upgraded with folding tables, heated and cooled cupholders, a refrigerator, champagne flutes, electric doors, and more.

The pillar-to-pillar MBUX Superscreen comprises a 3D 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 14.4-inch center touchscreen, a 12.3-inch passenger display, an augmented-reality head-up display, an AI-assisted MBUX virtual assistant, biometric authentication, dual wireless charging pads, wireless smartphone integration, and a 35-speaker Burmester 4D audio system with Dolby Atmos.

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Price Range and Best Value Trim

The 2027 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class’s price starts at $210K.

You get the entire Maybach S experience, nearly the same performance, and far better gas mileage in the S 580 V8, so it’s the smarter buy.

2027 Mercedes-Maybach S Key Specs

Powertrain Options

Performance and 0-60 MPH

The 530-hp S 580 sprints in near-silence to 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds, not much slower than the 3.9 seconds the V12 S 680 records, though the latter adds another layer of creamy refinement thanks to the dozen cylinders. AirMatic adaptive air suspension offers a true magic-carpet ride, and 10 degrees of rear-axle steering improves agility and tightens the turning radius for parking.

Fuel Economy (MPG)

Dimensions

Interior Space (Front and Rear)

Cargo Space

The trunk is disappointingly small for such a large car – 12.7 cu-ft for the S 580 and 12.3 cu-ft for the S 680.

Warranty

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Powerful V8 and V12 engines
• Extremely quiet and composed ride
• Luxurious Executive rear cabin
• Standard AWD, air suspension, and rear-wheel steering
• Vast Manufaktur personalization options

Cons:

• S 680 very thirsty at 15 mpg combined
• Small trunk for a full-size car
• High pricing

Verdict

The Maybach S-Class is a delight, either for the chauffeur or back-seat plutocrat, in the way it glides in near-silence, blotting out noises and vibrations in the ultra-luxurious and spacious cabin. The $210K S 580 is not only the full experience, but also a bit of a bargain compared to a Bentley or Rolls-Royce.

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Competitors

• Bentley Continental Flying Spur
• Rolls-Royce Ghost
• Rolls-Royce Phantom
• Cadillac Celestiq

About the author

Cobus F. Potgieter

Reviews and Features Editor

Cobus F. Potgieter is a Reviews and Features Editor at Autoblog covering new car reviews, and technology and historical features. He moved to motoring media full time in 2021 after a career as a public relations practitioner and joined The Arena Group in June 2025.