The Maybach S Class does 12.3 mpg combined (10.3 city, 16.0 highway), which works out to about $3,122 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Against other V8 cars it sits below the average of 15.6 mpg.
Every Maybach S Class engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.5L 12-cyl | 10.3 / 16 | 2004–2012 | $3,122 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.260 |
| Fuel per year | $3,122 |
| Fuel over five years | $15,610 |
| Against other V8 cars | +$660 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $6,250 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 10.3 mpg | $3,728 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 16.0 mpg | $2,400 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +5.7 mpg (55%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the S Class changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2011 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2010 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2009 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2008 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2007 | 10 / 16 | 1 | $3,200 | |
| 2006 | 11 / 16 | 1 | $2,954 | |
| 2005 | 11 / 16 | 1 | $2,954 | |
| 2004 | 11 / 16 | 1 | $2,954 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Maybach S Class get?
12.3 mpg combined on average — 10.3 in the city and 16.0 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2004–2012.
How much does a Maybach S Class cost in fuel per year?
About $3,122 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $15,610 over five years, or 0.260 dollars a mile.
Which S Class engine is the most economical?
The 5.5L 12-cyl at 12.3 mpg.
Is the S Class good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other V8 cars it sits below the average of 15.6 mpg, computed across 4665 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.