[Auto Home New Car First Launch] On November 19, before the Guangzhou Auto Show, the new generation of Mercedes-Maybach S-Class was officially released. The new car is based on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and is more extreme in design, materials, space, and luxury experience. Currently, Mercedes-Maybach's sales in the Chinese market account for 70% of global sales. It is worth noting that the new car is the only Mercedes-Benz model with a V12 engine. According to the plan, the new car will also launch a plug-in hybrid model, as well as an electric version in the future.
The new generation of Maybach S-Class is based on the newly released new generation of S-Class, but many unique designs make it more refined and elegant, and it also has a stronger aura. The front of the new car is still the classic three-pointed star emblem of Mercedes-Benz, with the vertical grille of Mercedes-Maybach style, and the wide air intakes on both sides with chrome-plated fine woven mesh. The overall momentum is magnificent. Of course, above the vertical grille, there will be an English logo of "MAYBACH".
Standing on the shoulders of the S-class, the new Maybach S-class will also apply the latest technology. The new car will also provide optional smart digital headlights. Each headlight contains a lighting module. Three LED light sources refract and guide light through 1.3 million micromirrors to obtain a lighting resolution of more than 2.6 million pixels. Achieve highly accurate and clear light distribution.
Like the previous model, the new Maybach S-Class is further longer than the S-Class. Official data shows that the wheelbase is 18cm longer than the long-wheelbase version of the S-Class to provide a more spacious rear row. Ride space. With the lengthening of the body, the Maybach S-Class has a longer rear door and a thicker C-pillar. The triangular window in the back row blends with the C-pillar, which is also an important detail that distinguishes the Maybach S-Class from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
In order to further demonstrate the distinguished status of this car, the new car still offers classic two-color paint options, and the newly added penetrating divider further adds a sense of ceremony. In addition, details such as the Maybach brand LOGO on the C-pillar and the densely-spoke wheels are also classic Maybach design elements.
The tail of the new Maybach S-Class basically retains the design of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and the new triangular lamp set brings a youthful atmosphere to this elegant model. Then surround and other details, this car will add more chrome decoration, further highlighting its high-end positioning.
Mercedes-Benz has been emphasizing the "digital luxury" experience of the new S-Class, and all this will continue to the new Maybach S-Class. The car is equipped with a 12.8-inch OLED central control display, which has lower energy consumption and more sensitive operation; a camera that can capture eyeballs is integrated above the 12.3-inch high-definition instrument panel, bringing naked-eye 3D effects; AR-HUD, etc. The effective projection area has reached 77 inches, which represents the future development trend.
Of course, the style of the interior is completely different from the S-Class. The car's interior panels will be decorated with a large amount of wood materials, and many details are supplemented by Mercedes-Maybach's unique rose gold stitching and piping to enhance the sense of luxury.
In terms of sound system, the Maybach S-Class will be equipped with Burmester high-end 4D surround sound speakers. Refer to the S-Class model. It contains 30 speakers and 8 oscillators, which can combine vibration massage with sound transmission. In addition, the active noise reduction system further enhances the quietness of the car.
As we all know, some Mercedes-Benz coupes and convertibles are equipped with automatic delivery seat belts. The new Maybach S-Class also provides this configuration for rear passengers. The car also provides an adaptive lighting system for the rear passengers, which can automatically adjust brightness, light range and lighting position.
Maybach S-Class will also be equipped with an electronic dynamic body control system (E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL), which can individually adjust the shock absorption and spring strength of each wheel, and react to different driving conditions in advance to ensure the stability and comfort of the rear passengers . In terms of safety configuration, the side collision protection function and the rear forward airbag will not be absent.
The rear seats of the new car are also more powerful than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, and its executive seats have increasedMassage function for calf and heating function for neck and shoulders. If necessary, the car can also be equipped with an electric opening and closing rear door, even if the car is parked on an inclined surface, the rear passengers can easily open or close the door. Of course, this operation can also be done by the driver in front, without the rear passengers.
In terms of power, the new Mercedes-Maybach S 680 4MATIC is equipped with a 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged V12 engine that has 450 kW (612 horsepower) power and 900 Nm of torque, and is equipped with a 9-speed automatic transmission for the first time And 4MATIC four-wheel drive system. The new Mercedes-Maybach S 580 4MATIC is equipped with a V8 engine and matches the latest generation of 48V Intelligent Motor System (ISG). The maximum power and torque of the engine are 370 kW (503 HP) and 700 N·m respectively. The motor can instantly output an additional 180 N·m torque and 15 kW (20 HP) power, and it also has a smart closing function. The active engine noise compensation system is equipped with an inverse sound wave of engine noise to realize active noise reduction. (Text/Car Home Chen Hao)
