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Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: A new definition of luxury!

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Recently updated on December 20, 2022 at 11:28 am

First class also in the second row

The Mercedes-Maybach S-Class has a wheelbase that is 18 cm larger than the long S-Class. The gain in space benefits the rear in its entirety, which also has further refined equipment. The massage function of the calf rest on the executive seat and a heated additional cushion on the headrests are new. The first-class fund has been extensively upgraded.

Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: A new definition of luxury!

Here is an overview of the most important dimensions in the rear in comparison:

Mercedes-Maybach
S-Class (Z 223)
Predecessor Mercedes-Maybach S-Class after facelift (X 222) Mercedes-Benz S-Class with a long wheelbase
(V223)
Effect. Rear head space [1] mm 970 963 974
Elbow width at the back mm 1.558 1.527 1.572
Free knees in 2nd row of seats mm 318-326 317-325 197-218
Effective rear leg room mm 1.200 1.249 1.115

A clear indication of the particular suitability of the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class for chauffeur operation is the standard equipment with the Executive sitting left and right and that Chauffeur package. There, the driver and rear passenger can electrically move the front passenger seat into a chauffeur position. The adjustment range and angle of the front passenger seat and the rear seats have been improved many times: thanks to a modified headrest, the front passenger backrest can be tilted 26 ° further forward and the headrest can be tilted forwards for a better view of the rear passenger, the enlarged heel support is ten millimeters more Away and can now also be folded down as a footrest.

With the executive seats, the passenger can adjust the seat surface and the backrest independently of each other. If the reclining position is selected at the rear, the front passenger seat automatically moves forward, provided that the seat occupancy detection signals that no one is sitting there. Using the heel support on the front seat and the electrically extendable leg support, a continuous, comfortable lying surface is created for a pleasant sleeping position. The adjustment range of the legrest has been extended by approx. 50 mm compared to the previous series, length and swivel range can be freely adjusted. As an innovation, the pad has a massage function for the calves. This further increases the sense of well-being on the rear seats.

Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: A new definition of luxury!

The maximum backrest angle of the executive seats is 43,5 °. Relaxed work in the rear, on the other hand, is made possible by the steepest backrest position of 19 °.

If desired, the comfort for the rear passengers can be further increased. The rear seat comfort package contains multicontour seats in the rear, various massage programs and one Neck and shoulder heating in the rear. With the help of an integrated heating fabric, this ensures pleasant warmth in this area of ​​the body. The heating function is activated via the seat heating. Power is supplied conveniently and safely via the push buttons on the removable cushion. Thanks to the active multicontour seats, the side bolsters of the backrest and the contour in the lordosis area in conjunction with the individual seats can be adapted to the individual body shape. A massage function is also offered. The massage programs for the rear seats include: Classic massage, back workout and wave massage. The massages are also available as part of ENERGIZING Komfort. The combination with PRE-SAFE enables additional protection®: If a critical driving situation is detected, the PRE-SAFE® System increase the pressure in those air chambers that are located in the side bolsters of the multicontour seats. In this way, the rear passengers can be fixed better and pendulum movements are reduced.

In terms of equipment First-class rear pack (continuous center console) the front console is optically continued on the transmission tunnel. Two thermo cup holders are located under the electrically operated cover in the front area of ​​the center console. They warm or cool drinks on request. New are a storage area for the standard MBUX rear tablet, a black panel area in front of the armrest and four fast-charging USB-C ports. A wireless charging system for mobile phones and the (optional) handset for car / business telephony are located in the storage tray under the armrest. The center console can optionally accommodate two, similar to an airplane seat Folding tables in the rearthat can be easily folded in and out with one hand. The storage areas offer space for notebook or documents. To match the exclusive environment, they are covered with high-quality leather in the respective equipment color.

Mercedes-Maybach S-Class: A new definition of luxury!

PRE-SAFE drives in critical driving situations® Positioning function puts the seats in a more favorable position in the event of a crash. The executive seats in the rear have the seat cushion airbag. When the seat belt is on, it prevents slipping under the lap belt. Optionally there is the beltbag, an inflatable belt strap, and rear airbags for both rear passengers as standard. More about this in the Security chapter.

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