The Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 combines the Maybach brand’s prestige and the engineering precision of Mercedes Benz. As if that wasn't enough to make the car luxurious and powerful, Brabus stepped in, heightened every aspect, and created the Brabus 900 based on the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600, an unrivaled ultra-luxurious SUV. The German tuning house, which also identifies as an automaker, perfected every aspect of GLS to levels Mercedes has never taken yet, from performance to its visual appeal to the interior. Let’s explore the Brabus 900 Mercedes-Maybach GLS upgrades over the GLS 600, starting with the performance.
The Brabus 900 Maybach GLS is based on the GLS 600, which has a 4.0-liter 550-hp twin-turbocharged V8. Brabus takes this engine and adds new turbochargers, an exhaust, a tune and other supporting mods such as new connecting rods and forged pistons, resulting in 900 horsepower and roughly 920 lb. ft sent to all four wheels via a re-tuned 9-speed automatic transmission. As a result, the Brabus launches quicker, doing 0-60 mph in 4.2 seconds, 0.5 seconds faster than the GLS 600, and the top speed is electronically limited to 199 mph. Would you be brave enough to attempt a top-speed run in a nearly 6,300-pound land yacht?
As a Maybach, you expect the GLS 600 cabin to be as luxurious as possible, given that it’s designed by the luxury sub-brand under Mercedes-Benz. Now imagine revamping all that with the goal of making it more elegant. You get that with the Brabus 900 GLS, which has an ultra-luxurious and modern cabin. Brabus describes it as a “masterpiece luxury redefined,” meaning it takes the best of Maybach and spruces it up with a Brabus touch. Almost every surface is bespoke and handcrafted, from the stitching on the seats to the finishings on the doors and dash. There’s a splash of carbon fiber here and there, adding a performance touch which, surprisingly, doesn't feel odd for a luxury SUV.
When reviewing the Brabus 900, we always have to compare it to the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 to make sense of what's different. We’ve already mentioned that a Maybach is a cut above a typical Mercedes, meaning the Brabus is beyond the ordinary. The 24-inch Monoblock M forged wheels might slightly affect the ride quality, but they give the Brabus 900 an aggressive look while raising the car almost a foot higher than the GLS 600. Still, the Brabus Airmatic Sports Unit can lower the ride height for a more stable center of gravity. Shadow chrome finishes are used around the vehicle from the front, side, and rear to give the Brabus 900 a sleek touch. There are also stylish carbon elements such as the fender flares and spoilers.
Brabus leaves nothing to spare when it comes to equipping its cars with tech features, as you’ll notice with the Brabus 900 compared to the GLS 600. For Brabus, everything has to be high-tech, meaning each element is designed to enhance the capabilities of the car. A good example is the BoostXtra engine performance enhancement. The high-tech infotainment system of the car features the MBUX infotainment found on the GLS 600. However, it was upgraded by Brabus to fit the modified interior. The same upgrade is done on the sound, instrument cluster, and safety sensors for a more luxurious and safe ride.
The Brabus 900 Mercedes-Maybach GLS costs around $430,000, which is roughly $260,000 more than the 2024 GLS 600. Brabus builds each unit on order, but if you want to skip the order process and are interested in buying one now, we have a few among our Mercedes-Benz listings.
Brabus is always about going above and beyond to provide a car with more on top of its face value, which is exclusivity. No other automaker does what they do, or at least no one does it best, as evidenced by the Brabus 900 Mercedes-Maybach GLS. Exotic Car Trader creates an exclusive and safe way of buying and selling cars, eliminating the daunting experiences of private selling for buyers and sellers. Every vehicle listed on Exotic Car Trader goes through a private seller verification process, ensuring legitimacy for our buyers. Also, Exotic Car Trader's car buying process is well outlined, with all fees and packages providing our buyers with a seamless and inclusive experience. We can handle the escrow of funds at no additional cost to the buyer and seller, and we also provide trade-in and financing options for buyers. For transaction safety, our Transactions Team is world-class and equipped with industry fraud detection tools to ensure a safe and secure transaction. These are just some of the benefits you enjoy when buying or selling on Exotic Car Trader. Contact us for listing services or to buy a car on Exotic Car Trader today.
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