DecodedCars2006 Maybach 57
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Engines
- 5.5L 12-cyl turbo, 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 16 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 27% below the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 Maybach 57 is a large car offered with 2 engines (5.5L 12-cyl turbo and 6.0L 12-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 16 highway), 27% worse than the 2006 large car average of 17.9 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2006
- Engine added: 6.0L 12-cyl turbo
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 57 →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57 | 5.5L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | -27% | $6,300 | 684 |
| 57S | 6.0L 12-cyl turbo | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 10 / 15 / 12 | -33% | $6,850 | 741 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Maybach 57 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Maybach 57 (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Maybach 57.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Maybach 57 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2006 Maybach 57 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2006 Maybach 57 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2006 Maybach 57. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other 57 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Maybach. How we calculate this →