Mercedes-Maybach has expanded beyond the world of ultra-luxury sedans and SUVs with the new Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series. Based on the AMG SL roadster, the SL 680 is the first Maybach-branded production sports car from the company and gets comfort-oriented changes over the standard model. The company however says the the SL 680 is its sportiest car to date.
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Maybach touches to the SL include new 21-inch wheels, Maybach grille and additional chrome detailing to the exterior.
Starting with the looks, the SL proportions are retained by the Maybach though up front you now get the new chrome-heavy Maybach grille - which is illuminated. The air vents in the front bumper make extensive use of Maybach logos. The bonnet now features a Mercedes hood ornament along with a chrome centre trim running its length and the windshield too features chrome trim along the edges. Buyers can additionally opt to have the bonnet covered in Maybach logos printed onto the base coat of paint. A closer look also reveals rose gold detailing within the headlamps.
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Contrast-finished bonnet can be option with Maybach logo patterning; Maybach SL is a 2-seater.
Down the sides, you get Maybach exclusive 21-inch wheels, Maybach fender badging, and Maybach badging on the chrome trim under the doors. The fabric folding roof also comes covered in Maybach logo patterning. The SL 680 also gets a unique cover with twin scoops carrying Maybach branding in place of the rear seats. Round the back the Maybach SL gets a revised rear bumper along with additional chrome detailing and tweaks to the tail lamps.
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Roof fabric features Maybach logo patterning.
Buyers have two standard specifications to choose from - Red Ambience or White Ambience. The former pairs a red body with a black contrast bonnet while the latter sees the body finished predominantly in white. Other paint options are available on request.
Moving to the cabin, the interior is finished predominantly in white Napa leather with the digital interfaces all running Maybach-specific graphics. The white upholstery is accentuated by silver trim inserts around the cabin.
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Cabin finished in white Napa leather upholstery; screens get Maybach-specific graphics.
There are mechanical changes to the Maybach SL as well. The Maybach SL gets a revised noise-optimised exhaust system along with more extensive use of sound-deadening material and softer engine mountings. The suspension set-up too has been revised for a greater focus on comfort. Rear axle steering is standard.
Under the hood, the Maybach SL 680 is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8 that puts out 577 bhp and 800 Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a 9-speed automatic gearbox and 4Matic all-wheel drive. The SL 680 will hit 100 kmph in a claimed 4.1 seconds and has a top speed of 260 kmph. Interestingly this makes the SL 680 just as powerful as the full-blown AMG SL 63 though revised powertrain tuning means that it is slower in the sprint to 100 kmph and has a lower top speed. The AMG SL 63 hits 100 kmph in a claimed 3.6 seconds and has a 315 kmph top speed.
