2025 Bentley Flying Spur vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

$272,300 · Sedan

$203,500 · Sedan

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Bentley Flying Spur arrives as the apex predator of sheer velocity, boasting a staggering 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, making its $272,300 sticker price an entry fee for ballistic performance. Conversely, the 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach captivates with an aura of opulent, unhurried refinement, commanding a significantly lower $203,500 MSRP. While the Bentley devours tarmac with 275 more horsepower, the Maybach excels in efficiency, offering a superior highway rating of 27 MPG compared to the Bentley's 22 MPG. Furthermore, the Maybach stretches the definition of limousine length at 215.3 inches, whereas the Bentley is slightly more compact at 209.3 inches. This comparison pits raw, exhilarating power against pragmatic, stately luxury defined by a nearly $69,000 financial divergence.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

The Mercedes-Benz Maybach offers superior highway fuel economy at 27 MPG versus the Bentley's 22 MPG, making daily runs marginally less expensive.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

The Maybach is 6 inches longer, potentially offering a more spacious rear cabin experience for passengers.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur delivers overwhelming performance with 771 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque, crushing the Maybach's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach

The Maybach provides significant luxury stature while costing $68,800 less than the Bentley Flying Spur.

Choose the Bentley Flying Spur if...

You demand class-leading acceleration, evidenced by its 771 hp output.
You require the specialized efficiency of a 30-mile electric range via its plug-in hybrid powertrain.
You prefer the direct engagement of an 8-speed automated manual transmission.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz Maybach if...

Your budget ceiling is closer to $200,000 rather than the Bentley's $272,300 starting price.
You value overall fuel efficiency, posting a better highway MPG of 27.
You prefer the added interior length provided by its 215.3-inch overall length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Bentley Flying Spur	Mercedes-Benz Maybach
Length	209.3"	215.3"
Width	78.3"	75.6"
Height	58.0"	59.4"
Wheelbase	125.8"	133.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	4.0 L	4.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V8
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	mild hybrid
Horsepower	771 hp	496 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	738 lb-ft	516 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Number of Valves	32	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	8-speed automated manual	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	16/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.0/462.0 mi.	355.2/599.4 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	49/57 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	46 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	30 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	64	—
Charging Time (240V)	3.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.0 gal.	22.2 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Leather and Simulated Suede	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Wood Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	12.8 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	650W	1750W
Speaker System	10	31
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Premium Brand Stereo System	—	Burmester
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio Subscription Duration	—	36 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓
Video Monitor	—	✓
DVD Player	—	✓
Separate Rear Audio	—	✓
Audio/Video Remote Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	39.2 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	45.2 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Massage Function	✓	✓
Front Shoulder Room	—	59.6 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	12-way
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Folding Capability	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.3 in.	49.1 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.5 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Size	N/A	255/40R20
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	20 x 9.0 in
Run Flat Tires	—	✓

Suspension

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Bentley	Mercedes-Benz
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 62000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur and 2025 Mercedes-Benz Maybach.

What is the primary performance differentiator between the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur and the Maybach?

The Bentley Flying Spur is the undisputed performance leader, generating a monumental 771 horsepower, which is 275 horsepower more than the Maybach's 496 hp output. This massive power surplus translates into vastly superior acceleration capabilities for the Bentley.

How does the pricing disparity affect the decision between these two ultra-luxury sedans?

There is a substantial $68,800 difference, with the Maybach beginning at $203,500 and the Bentley at $272,300. This cost difference makes the Maybach the clear winner for value-conscious buyers seeking top-tier luxury without the Bentley's extreme performance price tag.

Does the Bentley Flying Spur offer any electrification benefits over the standard Maybach?

Yes, the 2025 Bentley Flying Spur comes equipped with an electric range of 30 miles, indicating it uses a plug-in hybrid system. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach specifications provided do not list an electric range, suggesting a traditional powertrain.

Which sedan prioritizes passenger comfort and overall physical size?

The Mercedes-Benz Maybach is dimensionally larger, boasting an overall length of 215.3 inches compared to the Bentley's 209.3 inches. This extra length generally translates to a more expansive feeling for rear-seat occupants.

Comparing fuel economy figures, which car is better for long-distance driving efficiency?

Despite its power deficit, the Maybach achieves better highway efficiency at 27 MPG, edging out the Bentley's 22 MPG rating. Both vehicles require premium unleaded fuel, but the Maybach minimizes fill-ups slightly better on the open road.