Against 312 other V8 cars rated 2010–2012, the 62S trails their 16.3 mpg average by 4.3 mpg, about $844 a year.
Every Maybach 62S engine, compared
Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6L 12-cyl | 10 / 16 | 2007–2011 | $3,200 | |
| 5.5L 12-cyl | 10 / 16 | 2012–2012 | $3,200 |
What that actually costs
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile (2012) | $0.267 |
| Fuel per year | $3,200 |
| Fuel over five years | $16,000 |
| Against other V8 cars, 2010–2012 | +$844 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $6,400 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The 2012 Maybach 62S gives up 6 mpg in town: 16 on the highway against 10 in the city, $1,440 a year if every mile were city driving.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City (2012) | 10 mpg | $3,840 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 16 mpg | $2,400 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6 mpg (60%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the 62S changed over the years
Combined figure across the 5 model years the 62S was rated in, all of them at 12 mpg.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2011 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2009 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2008 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2007 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 |
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How we count
This page rests on 5 EPA ratings of the Maybach 62S — 2 engines across 2007–2012. The mileage is EPA's laboratory figure, unchanged; the yearly bill is ours, at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon, against EPA's own estimate of $6,400. Full method.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the 2012 Maybach 62S get?
12 mpg combined, 10 city and 16 highway, per EPA. Across every year since 2007 the 62S has averaged 12 mpg.
Is the 2012 62S more efficient than the 2011?
About the same: 12 against 12 mpg combined.
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