What comes to mind when you think of luxury cars? Yes, they are priced way higher than other classes of cars. However, one thing you can't take away is comfort. The serenity and relaxation that come with luxury cars are second to none. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-Class with its thorough delivery in the luxury department is perhaps the perfect example of that.

Comfort is not the only exciting feature of luxury cars, though. The 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class goes further to define the true meaning of luxury by delivering high-end performance, meticulously detailed interior and exterior finishes, herculean horsepower, and near-perfect safety measures. When it comes to prestige, there is no doubt that the Maybach name represents a high reputation and stature across various genres.

So without further ado, let's dive in.

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The Mercedes Maybach: A Brief History

2016 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class
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It all started in the 1990s when Volkswagen and BMW decided to roll out luxury lines after individually purchasing Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Taking note of this move, Mercedes-Benz also thought to keep up with the rivalry and stay in the game. The brand built a car on the W140 S-Class platform in 2003, and it was well-received by the market.

Although this car was just as competent in style and performance as its rivals, the management believed that the Mercedes-Benz name was not alluring enough to stay in the competition with other luxury brands. Therefore, the name became Mercedes-Benz Maybach, or more popularly the Maybach.

The Maybach name was derived from Wilhelm Maybach, an engineer that worked at the start of the automotive age with Gottlieb Daimler. He built luxury cars in the years leading up to World War II. Wilhelm Maybach was a revered and respected name mentioned among individuals who loved repairing or restoring vehicles before the war. However, by 2013, hardly 3,000 Maybachs had been sold globally, with Mercedes losing hundreds or thousands of dollars for every car built.

The company took this downtime in stride and, in 2015, clearly associated the Maybach name with the famous three-pointed star logo. This move proved to be a successful one with the logo on the hood of the largest and most lavishly equipped W222 S-Class Mercedes Maybachs. By 2019, Mercedes had sold over 60,000 luxury models, mainly in China, where statistics claimed that the demand was 700 cars per month. Simply impressive!

Before this turns into a history lesson, let's find out just how luxurious the 2022 Maybach S-class is.

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The Luxury Of The 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class

2022 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class
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It is not a stretch to say that the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class puts the luxe in luxury. Reputable sources have claimed that this luxurious sedan rivals extravagant models such as the Bentley Flying Spur and the Rolls-Royce Ghost. It also brings features that are nothing short of high-end performance.

From the exterior, the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class showcases such smooth and exquisite finishing that, although you may not consider it as flashy as its rivals, does not fail to draw attention and show its high class. Offering a V-8 or V-12 as a pair of twin-turbo engines, the horsepower is in no way lagging. All models of the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class come with an all-wheel drive, a boost for handling.

If you prefer to be chauffeured, that's no problem. The 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class has a body length ideal for moving around, including luxury rear seats that can recline and offer a massage. The power controls also mean that you rarely ever have to exert yourself when doing anything. Simply put, the Maybach is great for easing stress and relaxing between destinations and meetings.

Performance That Redefines The Bar

2022 Mercedes-Benz S-class engine
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The 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class comes in two models, the S580 4Matic and the S680 4Matic. The significant difference between these two is the engines. The S580 sedan is equipped with a 496HP twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine with a 48-V hybrid system. If that isn't already a mouthful, check out the 621HP 6.0-liter V-12 that comes with the S680 4Matic.

Compared to the 2020 S560 sedan, the V-8 has an additional 33HP. That said the V-12 is similar, in power rating to the 2020 S650 model, with the 48-volt hybrid not making much of a difference.

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An Interior Fit For...You?

2022 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S-class rear seat
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With a more extensive wheelbase than the Mercedes-Benz S-class sedan, the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class provides more room for relaxation. The interior is highly detailed, and all features seem to be in the ideal place. Honestly, no one would be surprised if you refused to step out of this vehicle once in.

The elegantly crafted leather that spreads across the interior gives a smooth touch to the skin and is aesthetically pleasing to the eyes. The aesthetics are backed up by the 64-color interior ambient lighting system, giving your eyes a pleasant treat. But it would not be at the peak of luxury cars if this was all.

The front seats of the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class are heated and ventilated with massage features and seat memory settings. The memory settings enable you to get into the ideal seating position with just the touch of a button. The rear seats also have massage and heating features, in addition to power adjustments. The luxury continues with an air-ionizing system with a signature fragrance and a panoramic sunroof to see the clear night skies, if you're into that kind of thing.

There is also an exclusive package available for buyers who prefer to be chauffeured. This package includes an extended center console, rear-seat foldable tables, extra rear-seat wood trim, and temperature-controlled cup holders. Electrically operated rear doors, a refrigerator, and Maybach-branded flutes are also available as options.

In terms of luxury, the 2022 Mercedes-Maybach S-Class leaves no tables, seats, or tires (yes, tires) unturned. Checking through all boxes from class to comfortability, the Maybach ensures you enjoy the good life on all four wheels—a true luxury car.