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New Mercedes Maybach S Class Redefines First Class Travel

11 Jul 2026
  • How does the new Mercedes Maybach S Class stand out on the road?
  • What new customization options are available for Maybach owners?
  • How has Mercedes Maybach enhanced passenger comfort?
  • What new technology and powertrain upgrades does the Maybach S Class offer?

Mercedes Maybach introduces the most extensive update ever created for the S Class, bringing a more refined expression of luxury, technology and effortless performance. The flagship luxury sedan combines a stronger exterior presence with an extensively redesigned cabin that focuses on quiet comfort and personal relaxation. For the first time, the Mercedes Benz Operating System MB.OS makes its debut in a Maybach model, adding a more intelligent digital experience alongside newly engineered electrified engines and expanded personalization options.

Exterior Design

Exterior Design

Creates the redesigned front end a stronger visual identity through a grille that is now 20 percent larger and available with an illuminated surround. Adds Mercedes subtle lighting to the Maybach lettering inside the grille, while illuminated emblems on the hood and C pillar are available in selected markets. Complements the elegant look with rose gold details inside the headlights, redesigned rear lights, and a discreet Maybach logo projector that welcomes passengers as they approach the vehicle.

Personalization

Personalization

Expands Mercedes the possibilities for personalization through the MANUFAKTUR program, offering more than 150 exterior paint finishes and over 400 interior color choices. Introduces two new forged wheel designs, including a 21 inch golden finish option and a polished 20 inch alternative. Allows the Made to Measure program customers to personalize leather, stitching, embroidery, decorative trim and exclusive finishes, creating a vehicle tailored to individual preferences.

Luxury Interior

Luxury Interior

Transforms the cabin into a private lounge through redesigned materials, open pore wood trim, soft ambient lighting and the standard MBUX Superscreen. Introduces a leather free interior option for the first time, combining ARTICO material with Mirville fabric made from linen and recycled polyester. Enhances rear passenger comfort with automatic comfort doors, Executive rear seats, a refrigerated compartment and dedicated holders for silver plated champagne glasses, while Active Ambient Lighting responds intelligently to voice commands and vehicle functions.

Technology and Performance

Technology and Performance

Brings MB.OS to a Maybach model for the first time, supported by the latest MBUX system with exclusive Maybach graphics and an AI powered Virtual Assistant that uses technologies from Microsoft and Google. Equips the rear cabin with dual 13.1 inch displays and individual remote controls for entertainment and comfort settings. Powers the range with newly engineered electrified six cylinder and eight cylinder engines, while selected markets continue to receive the V12. Adds predictive AIRMATIC suspension that adjusts to road conditions in advance, delivering an exceptionally smooth and quiet driving experience that reinforces the Maybach reputation for effortless luxury.

Ahd Kamal

BY Ahd Kamal

Started my career in Automotive Journalism in 2015. Even though I'm a pharmacist, hanging around cars all the time has created a passion for the automotive industry since day 1.

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