Mercedes-Maybach Unveils Updated S-Class with Electrified Engines and MB.OS
The new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class receives its most comprehensive update, featuring a redesigned interior, electrified six- and eight-cylinder engines, and the debut of MB.OS in a Maybach.
20%
450 kW + 17 kW
~100 km
What Happened
The new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class features a 20 percent larger grille with illuminated contour, rose gold accents in the headlights, and floating wheel stars on forged wheels. The interior introduces a leather-free option with 'Mirville' textile, a redesigned center console with smartphone charger, and Robbe & Berking champagne flutes. The MBUX Superscreen and four dedicated rear displays run the new MB.OS with Maybach-specific graphics and a rose gold-finish virtual assistant.
“The new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class is a very clear statement of what our brand stands for today: exceptional comfort, great attention to detail, and a very modern understanding of exclusivity. It underscores our leadership claim in the top-end segment.”
- 450 kW + 17 kW, 850 Nm + 205 Nm, mild hybrid
- 395 kW + 17 kW, 750 Nm + 205 Nm, mild hybrid
- Six-cylinder + electric motor, ~100 km electric range, system power up to 55 kW more than predecessor
- 20% larger illuminated Maybach grille
- First leather-free interior with 'Mirville' textile
- MB.OS with MBUX Virtual Assistant using AI from Microsoft and Google
- New AIRMATIC suspension with predictive damping using Car-to-X data
Why this matters
This update redefines luxury in the top-end segment, combining handcrafted exclusivity with modern technology. The introduction of electrified powertrains and a leather-free interior option reflects changing consumer preferences. Series production begins in April 2026 at the Sindelfingen plant, reinforcing Mercedes-Benz's commitment to craftsmanship.
Terms in This Story
- MB.OS
- Mercedes-Benz Operating System, the automaker's proprietary software platform for vehicle functions.
- MBUX
- Mercedes-Benz User Experience, the infotainment and control system with voice assistant and touchscreen.
- Mild Hybrid
- A hybrid system with an electric motor that assists the engine but cannot drive the car alone.
- MANUFAKTUR
- Mercedes-Benz's custom personalization program for bespoke colors, materials, and trim.
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