2012 Maybach 57

Basic Specs

Base Price TBA
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 6030
City (MPG) 9.6
Hwy (MPG) 21.4
Horsepower 543@5250
Torque (lb-ft) 664@2200-3000
Wheelbase 133.5
Length (in.) 225.5
Width (in.) 78.0
Height (in.) 62.0

Mercedes-Benz 's most luxurious sub-brand, Maybach , has provided updates for the latest model year across its range - including for the entry-level Maybach 57 model.

Updates include a restyled exterior with a raised hood, larger grille, divided bumper, LED daytime running lights and darker tail lenses - all of which add a welcomed mid-cycle refresh to the model to help set it apart from the previous model year.

Interior changes include .925 sterling silver " Maybach Manufaktur" badging in seat backrests, new seat stitching as well as new interior colors, trims and paints to update the already incredibly luxurious cabin.

Also changed is the hefty 5.5-liter bi-turbo V12 engine, now slightly uprated for a total output of 543 horsepower and 664 lb-ft of torque, while still being mated to a stout five-speed automatic transmission.

Of course, all of that power must be transferred to the asphalt, and in the latest model year the 57 continues to do so with 19-inch wheels, albeit with a new 21-spoke light-alloy design.

Maybach also says that the aerodynamic signature of the vehicle has been improved, which also helped to reduce interior noise levels and increase passenger comfort.

Like the rest of the Maybach lineup, the Maybach 57 is rated at 10 city, 16 highway miles per gallon.

As with all Maybach models, the 57 doesn't particularly have a list of "standard" features as each model is custom ordered and is highly customizable. In fact, Maybach doesn't even publish a content list for its models for media or customers - to get this information one must visit a dealer to view the massive custom order guide.

That said, there are a few details known about the latest 57, but the automaker did announce new items that are available on request, among them seat piping which is hand-braided or refined with crystallized Swarovski Elements, an exquisite flacon perfume atomizer and a WLAN router for wireless internet access.

This state-of-the-art WLAN connection uses HSDPA, UMTS and GSM/EDGE transmission standards. A new mobile phone hands-free system with Bluetooth functionality is also available in the rear, and a newly developed DVD player in the rear now also reads extended DVD formats.

As one would expect in a luxury executive sedan with a starting price fast approaching $390,000, the Maybach 57 showcases masterly handcraftsmanship with no compromises in the interior, where materials of the highest quality abound. There are also three new interior appointments with different leather, carpet and headlining colors.

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    • General
    • Body Style: Sedan
    • Size: Fullsize
    • Market Segment: Luxury, Exotic
    • Weight: 6030 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 225.5 in.
    • Width: 78.0 in.
    • Height: 62.0 in.
    • Wheelbase: 133.5 in.
    • Ground Clearance: TBD
    • Front Track: 65.9 in.
    • Rear Track: 66.7 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: 0.30
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 4
    • Passenger Volume: 112.1 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 14.9 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 41.3 in.
    • Head Room: 38.1 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 62.2 in.
    • Hip Room: TBD
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 40.3 in.
    • Head Room: 39.5 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 61.5 in.
    • Hip Room: TBD
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 5.5L V12
    • Power: 543 hp @ 5250 rpm
    • Torque: 664 lb-ft @ 2200-3000 rpm
    • Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 21.4 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 9.6 mpg
    • Forced Induction: Turbocharger
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 19" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: 275/50 R19
    • Rear: 19" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: 275/50 R19
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: TBD
    • Payload:
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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