Halloween might be over, but Brabus didn’t get the memo as they’ve unveiled a spooktacular Mercedes-Maybach GLS. Sporting a blacked out appearance, the crossover makes its performance known thanks to a carbon fiber front spoiler and a Brabus-branded grille. They’re joined by carbon fiber air intake surrounds and a carbon fiber diffuser.
However, that’s just the tip of the
iceberg as the model has been equipped with power retractable running boards
and a stainless exhaust system featuring matte black tailpipes. Furthermore,
the chrome trim has been replaced by Shadow Grey accents, while the stock
wheels give way to massive 24-inchers. Speaking of the latter, the AIRMATIC
suspension has been specifically calibrated to accommodate the wheels, while
the ride height has also been lowered by approximately 1 inch (25 mm).
While the exterior is relatively
restrained, the same can’t be said about the cabin as it features Leonis Orange
leather that contrasts with carbon fiber trim. Elsewhere, there’s aluminum
pedals, Shadow Grey accents and a “tailor-made business console with two
retractable tables.”
Maybachs are aimed at the chauffer driven
crowd, but that didn’t stop Brabus from tuning the twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8
engine to produce 789 hp and 950 Nm of torque.
That’s an increase of 240 hp and 220 Nm of
torque, and this was achieved thanks to the installation of new turbos and a
PowerXtra control module. This enables the all-wheel drive luxury barge to
rocket from 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, before hitting an
electronically limited top speed of 300 km/h.
This particular Brabus 800 isn’t our cup
of tea, but each model is built to order and customers can let their
imaginations run wild.
