If you’re looking for a flagship luxury sedan that can still whisper an electric whisper, the Maybach S 580e offers 585hp and a 98‑km WLTP electric range at an ex‑showroom price of ₹3.35 crore.
Under the hood, a 3.0‑litre petrol engine throws 443hp and 560Nm while a 160hp electric motor adds 480Nm, giving a combined 585hp and 750Nm. The 9‑speed automatic pairs them with 4MATIC all‑wheel drive, and the car can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, capped at 250 km/h.
The 22‑kWh battery lets you drive about 98 km purely on electricity—roughly the same distance you’d get out of a mid‑size EV. Charging plugs into 11‑kW AC or 60‑kW DC, so a full charge takes about 35 minutes at a fast charger. The car also comes with a complimentary home charger.
Inside, a four‑seat First‑Class layout gives you two executive rear seats on either side of a full‑length Business Centre console. The cabin is padded with Burmester 4D audio—31 speakers and 1,610 watts of power—wireless charging, temperature‑controlled cup holders, and adaptive ambient lighting. Safety is bolstered by 15 airbags, PRE‑SAFE, and MB.DRIVE Assist with Distance Assist and Steering Assist.
Mercedes-Benz will only put 30 units on the road when it launches, making the Maybach a true limited‑edition offering. The cars will be sold from the first‑class retail network in major metros, with buyers needing to secure a spot quickly. Import duty is not a factor, but the 12% GST on luxury cars will bring the final price close to ₹4 crore.
In the luxury plug‑in hybrid arena, the Maybach sits above the BMW 7 Series xDrive45e and Audi A8 60 TFSI e, boasting higher horsepower and a longer electric range. Its blend of performance and prestige gives buyers a rare option in the Indian market, but the scarcity and high cost mean it’s aimed at a niche segment of affluent consumers.