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<font face="verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 58px;"><b>I</b></span></font>n a stately setting in Udaipur, as the black and white, open-top, two-seater SL 680 Monogram Series rolled out, in the presence of global media, Mercedes-Maybach declared that only three units of the car had been allotted to the Indian market. The cabin with its cheery blend of white and silver trims is impressive, as is the sporty digital instrument cluster that looms in front of you as a gentle reminder of the car's capabilities. [...]included is an adjustable centre display, which features the manufacturer's trusty MBUX user interface. <drupal-entity data-embed-button="ckeditor_image" data-entity-embed-display="view_mode:media.image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="a65b1d80-019f-450e-86ad-42825cf168e5" data-langcode="en"></drupal-entity> There's certainly a lot of sporty heft under the hood, with a 4.0 litre V8 biturbo engine, which pumps out a massive 585 bhp of power, which can take the two-seater to a top speed of 260 kmph.
<font face="verdana, geneva, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 58px;"><b>I</b></span></font>n a stately setting in Udaipur, as the black and white, open-top, two-seater SL 680 Monogram Series rolled out, in the presence of global media, Mercedes-Maybach declared that only three units of the car had been allotted to the Indian market. At a hefty '4.2 crore price tag, it is quite likely that these three units are the season's most coveted pieces. At India Today Spice, the Maybach models that we've previously driven have conclusively been passenger cars. But this two-seater is one hundred per cent a driver's delight.
Off the bat, I've always been a fan of the upright bonnet star and this model features it, complimenting the chrome fin, while the double-scoop silhouette behind the seats gives it a striking, aerodynamic look.
With the Maybach motif printed all over the bonnet, it appears that Maybach's designers are taking a slightly different turn from their otherwise subtly placed brand logos in other models. Although, the Maybach motif that illuminates as well as the rose gold headlights do add a luxe touch to the overall appearance. The soft top too bears the Maybach logo, subtly imprinted in anthracite. Once inside, I love what the carmaker is calling the White Ambience, the two-tone black and white design leitmotif that runs through the car. I'd like to use the word ensconced, to describe the feeling of sitting on the handcrafted, white Nappa leather seats with a subtle Maybach motif. The cabin with its cheery blend of white and silver trims is impressive, as is the sporty digital instrument cluster that looms in front of you as a gentle reminder of the car's capabilities. Also, included is an adjustable centre display, which features the manufacturer's trusty MBUX user interface.
<drupal-entity data-embed-button="ckeditor_image" data-entity-embed-display="view_mode:media.image" data-entity-embed-display-settings="" data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="a65b1d80-019f-450e-86ad-42825cf168e5" data-langcode="en"></drupal-entity>There's certainly a lot of sporty heft under the hood, with a 4.0 litre V8 biturbo engine, which pumps out a massive 585 bhp of power, which can take the two-seater to a top speed of 260 kmph. The claimed 0-100 kmph sprint is 4.1 seconds. To coddle the nitpicky driver even more, the car even comes with a sound-optimised exhaust system and an enhanced insulation mechanism when the roof is down. The carmaker promises a highly refined and stable drive experience under multiple conditions thanks to the rear-axle steering and an excellent suspension system.
While we may have come a long way from Maybach's emblematic Zeppelins to the SL 680 today, evolving through a slew of indulgent saloons in recent years, the head-turning effect, the commitment to bespoke craftsmanship and the philosophy of sporty driving experiences remains unchanged.
<strong>Price: </strong>Rs. 4.2 crore (ex-showroom)
<strong>Availability:</strong> Since March 2025
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