If you’re eyeing the top end of the luxury sedan market, the 2026 Mercedes‑Maybach S‑Class is set to hit India on Oct 5, 2026, and it’ll start at just over ₹3 crore. The price places it firmly in the ultra‑luxury bracket, but buyers get a plug‑in hybrid that balances performance with efficiency.
Under the hood, the base S 580e will pair a 3.0‑litre six‑cylinder with a 22‑kWh electric motor, delivering a total of 585 hp and a torque spike of 750 Nm. That’s enough to haul you from zero to 100 km/h in about 4.2 seconds, while the electric‑only mode can take you 98 km on a single charge.
Inside, the cabin breaks the mould with a 12.3‑inch digital instrument cluster, a 14.4‑inch central touchscreen and a second 12.3‑inch display for the passenger. It’s powered by four high‑performance computers so that infotainment, safety and comfort stay in sync.
Rear passengers get the full Maybach experience: seats that recline 43°, heat, ventilation and a 4‑way massage, plus a vegan leather option that hasn’t been offered before. The car also sports a 20‑ or 21‑inch forged alloy wheel range, with self‑levelling logos that stay upright as they spin.
The launch will roll out in major metros—Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad—through a network of Mercedes‑Maybach specialists. Potential buyers should book a test drive by early September, as availability is expected to start in late October.
With rivals like the Jaguar XJ and the limited‑edition Rolls‑Royce Cullinan in the mix, the Maybach’s price‑performance ratio will test whether the market can absorb a €35‑k‑plus‑equivalent sedan that also offers a plug‑in hybrid powertrain.