Used Mercedes-Maybach GLS: a smart luxury SUV buy

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS, one of the world's most luxurious SUVs, has surprisingly become significantly more affordable on the used market. In the US, pre-owned examples are selling notably cheaper than new ones, making the model more attractive.

While a new Maybach GLS costs over $200,000, used vehicles can be found for roughly $120,000 to $150,000. This includes nearly new cars with low mileage that retain all their premium features.

The price drop is explained by the typical rapid depreciation luxury vehicles experience in their first few years. However, buyers still get the full package: a powerful V8 engine, a lavish interior with high-end materials and modern technology, and exceptional comfort.

On the market, the Maybach GLS competes with the Bentley Bentayga and Rolls-Royce Cullinan, but it's the used segment that makes it a more accessible option. This opens the door to entering the premium luxury segment without overpaying for a brand-new vehicle. For those willing to forgo buying new, a used Maybach becomes a smart compromise between status and cost.

Such a sharp price decline is a typical story for luxury goods, but in the Maybach's case, it makes the model particularly interesting. The key point to remember is that the cost of ownership remains at a premium level.