It will be the most expensive car ever built in America.
Marysville, Ohio is where Acura makes the NSX. It is also known as the most costly new car made in the United States. The first ever Maybach GLS version will replace the electrified sports car. Mercedes will soon unveil the next generation BMWX7-rivaling full-size luxury SUV, along with a higher-end model with the double-M logo, later in the year.
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Sources close to this matter were cited by Automotive News Mercedes has revealed that the model will be made at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama plant, where it currently produces the C-Class Sedan and GLE Coupe as well as the GLE Coupe and outgoing GLS. The company’s next generation of its range-topping models will be revealed in the coming weeks. SUV Maybach will produce a Maybach version, which is expected to be around $200,000, or approximately $42,500 more than Acura NSX.
The report also mentions that the V8 engine will produce more than 560 horsepower. Other details are not available at this time. Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar exler described the Maybach GLS as a “halo” car that will lead other Maybach-badged models. Maybach is only capable of working on high-end vehicles, so expect to not see a Maybach A-Class any time soon.
It is likely that the GLS will debut in China, as China will be the main market for the Maybach S-Class. This is despite the fact that more than two-thirds were delivered to China last year. Although there are rumors that the official unveiling will be in China, it is possible to see it at Auto Shanghai 2019 next month. However, nothing is yet official. This would be logical considering that the Maybach Vision Ultimate Luxury Concept was unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show in April 2018.
Keep in mind that the unusually-shaped part SUV/part sedan concept will not have a direct correspondent at Mercedes-Maybach GLS. However, spy shots (attached to below) have shown that the production-ready version will look similar to the regular GLS but with some modifications to make it worthy Maybach badge. This will include the fancy grille with multiple vertical rails, as seen on the updated Maybach S-Class.
The interior is what will make the Maybach model stand out from the regular Benz. It offers a relaxed atmosphere for those who sit in the back. Although it is not clear if the wheelbase will be extended compared to the standard GLS model, we can expect plenty of rear legroom as this feature is very popular among Chinese buyers.
According to reports, the Mercedes-Maybach GLS will go on sale in early next year. It will be competing with the Bentley Bentayga and other luxury SUVs.