Mercedes Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series Unveiled: Sportiest Maybach Ever!

The new Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, Mercedes-Benz's first drop-top Maybach, is here. Based on the Mercedes SL Roadster, the SL 680 features subtle changes over the base model to give it a more sumptuous appearance. It is the sportiest model in Maybach's history and has a combined energy consumption of 13.7l/100km and CO2 emissions of 312g/km. The cabin is upholstered in crystal white nappa leather, with a silver satin finish on the dashboard and door pads. The features and equipment are carried over from the SL Roadster. The car comes equipped with a noise-reducing exhaust system, a comprehensive insulation and absorption package, a comfort-oriented suspension setup, and soft engine mounts. Mercedes says the suspension setup has been altered with a stronger emphasis on comfort. Read on to learn more about the other aspects of the new SL 680 Monogram Series.

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Mercedes Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series: Styling Cues

Let's start with the styling. The Maybach maintains the SL's dimensions, but up front, is a new, illuminated, chrome-heavy Maybach grille. Mercedes-Maybach logos are extensively used on the air vents on the front bumper. There is a Mercedes hood ornament on the bonnet now, and the windshield has chrome trim around the sides as well as a chrome centre stripe running across its length. Prospective customers may also choose to have Maybach logos engraved onto the base layer of paint, covering the bonnet. A closer look additionally reveals rose gold accents within the headlights.

As you move to the side profile, there are 21-inch wheels (exclusive to Maybach) along with Maybach badging on the chrome trim behind the doors and Maybach fender badging. The Maybach emblem is embossed all over the fabric folding roof. In place of the rear seats, the SL 680 gets a distinctive cover with twin scoops emblazoned with the Maybach branding. A brand-exclusive rear skirt with additional chrome trim and a new diffuser design is located around the back. An "aerodynamically designed" double scoop has allowed for the removal of the back bench. Customers can pick between two design concepts: Red Ambience or White Ambience. The former features a red body with a black contrast bonnet, and the latter has the body, finished mostly in white. Other paint jobs are available upon request.

Mercedes Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series: Powertrain Setup

On the mechanical front, the 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine, powering the Maybach SL 680, produces 800Nm of peak torque and 577bhp of maximum power without any assistance from a hybrid setup. Power is distributed to all four wheels using Mercedes' 4Matic+ all-wheel drive technology, coupled with a nine-speed automatic gearbox. According to the luxury carmaker, high traction is provided even on slick roads by the fully variable 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive. A safe and manoeuvrable driving experience is provided by the rear-axle steering that comes as standard. It blends stability and agility. The model takes 4.1 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100km/h and has a top speed of 260km/h.

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Mercedes Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series: Will It Come to India?

The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Roadster, when compared to the base model, will fetch a high price. The SL 55 is available in India for Rs 2.44 crore, and it is anticipated that the Maybach SL 680 will cost more than 3 crore when it arrives on our soil. Deliveries in Europe will begin next year, and the unique offering will probably reach the Indian market by late 2025.