there Mercedes-Maybach S 680 this is the best version of the Mercedes S-Class with a 6.0-liter V12 engine that develops at least 612 horsepower and 900 Nm of torque, which is transmitted to the 4Matic all-wheel drive system through a 9-speed 9G-Tronic gearbox. automatic transmission: this cavalry can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and top speed is 250 km/h.

To go further, the famous German coach opens Brabus 850 : the displacement of the V12 engine has been increased to 6.3 liters, and a special crankshaft, 12 individual connecting rods, 8 forged pistons, as well as two high-performance Brabus turbochargers complete this preparation. Replaced the catalytic converter with a more efficient intake system with two high-flow air filters, not to mention reprogramming the engine. The set is now evolving to 850 horsepower and 1400 Nm of torque (limited by electronics to 1100 Nm)! Then acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is easily swallowed 4.1 secondsthe maximum speed is limited to 250 km/h.

Mercedes-Maybach S 680: sporty style

AND Exhaust system Brabus high performance stainless steel also complements the V12’s performance and tuning, with an active valvetrain that allows the driver to choose between stealth or sportiness thanks to Coming Home or Sport modes.

Aesthetically, while Mercedes-Maybach models traditionally feature rich chrome, here Brabus offers its usual all black style : we find the body color black, which is associated with black inserts replacing the various chrome elements of the original car. Sprat carbon fiber elements also complement this hardware with a front bumper blade, front bumper covers or even an extractor-style rear apron covering the dual black exhaust.

The Brabus emblem also completes the look, not to mention Brabus Monoblock Z Platinum Edition 22-inch black forged wheels, mounted on 265/30 R 22 front and 305/25 R 22 rear tires. At the same time, the Brabus SportXtra air suspension control module lowers the ground clearance by 20 mm.

Brabus 850: over €500,000!

Inside, as usual with Brabus, there is a quilted black leather upholstery which covers most of the interior, from the seats to the dashboard, including the door trim, armrests and floor mats. Plenty of carbon fiber inserts also bring a sense of sportiness on board, while no less than 300 plastic parts are finished in Shadow Chrome.

On the price side, you will have to count the little things 549,020 euros to bring you this Brabus 850, minus the options, more than double the price of the standard Mercedes-Maybach S 680, priced from €247,351 in France.

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