The Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series arrives as a Maybach-badged AMG SL, a softer, more blingy take on Mercedes’ SL.
But Mercedes aimed to fix that perception with the latest SL – launched in 2021 – which AMG fettled this time to become a more driver-focussed car with hints of the AMG GT and even the Porsche 911 in its looks, complete with a new platform to add dynamism.
Now, having failed to make a success of Maybach as a standalone brand, Mercedes has decided to add the Maybach badge to the SL – joining the Maybach versions of the S-Class saloon and SUV – effectively creating an AMG model with a chunk of the AMG-ness taken out and lots of added Maybach bling.
The result is the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series which, despite the elevated ‘SL 680’ nomenclature, uses the same powertrain as the Mercedes-AMG 63 which means 577bhp from its 4.0-litre V* and good for 0-62mph in 4.1 seconds, half a second slower than the SL 63.
What you get in the SL 680 is plenty of what Mercedes considers luxury (it’s not ‘minimal’) with a two-tone paint job in red and black or white and black (pay enough and you can have what you want), Maybach’s glitzy chrome grille (which lights up), a chrome fin up the bonnet, optional ‘Maybach Pattern on the bonnet and roof, rose-gold detailing for the headlights, lots of added chrome and 21″ alloys.
Inside comes in a very subtle white Nappa leather and more chrome, a floral pattern on the seats and infotainment ‘Maybach-ified’.
Daniel Lescow, Head of Mercedes-Maybach, said:
Our customers love something special. The Mercedes?Maybach SL Monogram Series adds a sporty two-seater to our model family for the ultimate open-air pleasure. It combines a dynamic driving experience with everything that characterises a Mercedes-Maybach: excellent craftsmanship, exquisite design details and fine materials.
No prices yet for the Mercedes-Maybach 680 SL, but expect it to start at over £200k.
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