The new Mercedes-Maybach comes off the factory line with a 12-cylinder twin-turbo engine producing 523bhp and is thus anything but underpowered. However, powered by the Brabus Rocket 900 6.3-litre V12 twin-turbo increased-displacement engine, the luxury liner attains a performance level previously the exclusive domain of the world's most powerful super sports cars.
Another Brabus domain is the exclusive interior design. The company's upholstery shop crafts exquisite interiors from the finest leather, Alcantara, precious wood and carbon fibre in any desired colour.
State-of-the-art infotainment systems including the Brabus 'iBusiness' high-tech multimedia system featuring Apple components fulfill the requests of Maybach owners looking to use their luxury liner also as an office, movie theatre or concert hall on wheels.
Extensive modifications to the engine peripherals are also imperative to achieve the desired level of high-performance. The two production turbos are replaced with turbochargers that have a larger compressor unit and a larger turbine, which are adapted to the V12 engine with the help of special exhaust manifolds.
Newly programmed mapping for injection, boost pressure control and ignition coordinate the perfect interaction of all high-performance components and modifications. The result is not only maximum power, but also compliance with the strict limits set by the current Euro VI emissions standards.
Despite a gross vehicle weight of more than 2,540kg, the Brabus super car based on the Mercedes-Maybach S600 delivers a performance usually only achieved by a few full-blooded super sports cars: 0 - 100km/h in just 3.7 seconds and a top speed in excess of 350km/h.
To enhance the high-level of driving dynamics of the high-performance luxury sedan further still, Brabus developed a special module for the Magic Body Control suspension of the Mercedes-Maybach. It lowers the ride height of the vehicle by about an inch without compromising the outstanding ride quality.
In concert with the special radiator grille and integrated LED daytime running lights, the Brabus front bumper, which replaces the production bumper in its entirety, lends the sedan an even more distinctive face. The integrated front spoiler reduces lift on the front axle at high-speeds, which results in further improved handling stability. The large air intakes in the Brabus bumper optimise the supply of fresh air to radiators, engine and front brakes.
