2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe vs. 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580 Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW 228 Gran Coupe

2024 BMW
228 Gran Coupe

MSRP*: $38,400 to $40,400
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Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580

2024 Mercedes-Benz
Maybach S 580

MSRP*: $198,300
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 34 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 496-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 228 hp 496 hp
Exterior Length 178.5 in 215.3 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.4 in
Front info not available
Rear 49.1 in
Head Room Front 38.2 - 39.8 in
Rear 35.6 - 38.2 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 38.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580 than the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW 228 Gran Coupe will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580.

Convenience
With the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580 you will definitely be making less frequent stops at the gas station than with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is clearly a better financial choice over the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580.

Dimensions
Since the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is much slimmer than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the BMW 228 Gran Coupe, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW 228 Gran Coupe is significantly less powerful than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe has much less torque than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW 228 Gran Coupe offers greater seating capacity than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach S 580, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.