• Bold renaissance

    The birth of the fifth generation. An entirely new shining light − constructed from visionary masterpieces.

    The new Skyliner is revolutionising the world of double deckers. NEOPLAN has been building the most beautiful and most exclusive double decker coaches for over 40 years.

    Join us in looking forward to the brand-new family member in your VIP CLASS – exclusive luxury on two levels, united by cutting-edge technologies. With the Skyliner you will offer your passengers the ultimate in travel pleasure.

  • EXTRAVAGANT DESIGN

    Sharp lines

    Curves merge with edges. Elegance presents itself radically new.

    Award winning – the bold sharp cut design of the Skyliner displays pioneering style elements:

    • Roof edge glazing in diamond cut
    • Front end in visor look
    • Side view with dynamic coupling of upper and lower decks
    • Elegant rear view with arrowed window and chromed panels

  • EXTRAVAGANT DESIGN

    Glassy shining light

    Natural light streams into the interior. Transparency opens up views to endless horizons.

    The glazed dome in the upper deck creates a mobile panorama terrace. These premium box seats unleash sheer rapture:

    • First row with a roof dome sized nearly 0.5 sqm and an all-round view to the front
    • Side windows angled into the roof
    • Three or five glass roofs

    • HEADLIGHTS

      • Clear-cut design
      • Modelled in clear glass

    • FRONT END

      • Large panorama window
      • Split windscreen
      • Visor dome graphic

    • WINDOW PILLARS

      Reaching dynamically to the front

    • DIAMOND CUT

      Truncated roof edge

    • SIDE VIEW

      Formal separation of upper and lower decks is graphically combined

    • WHEEL ARCHES

      Dynamically angled

    EXTRAVAGANT DESIGN

    Exclusive attention getter

    Shapes play with each other, areas reveal distinctive accents. An extraordinarily beautiful gem from any view.

  • EXTRAVAGANT DESIGN

    Magic dimensions

    Generous freedom of movement for head and legs. Pure travel pleasure with a feel of being in the VIP-CLASS.

    The lower deck is also impressive with its feeling of ample room and maximum passage of light:

    • 1.81-metre standing height
    • Significantly more light due to triangular windows behind the doors
    • Large windows and the transparent dividing wall at the driver's workplace illuminate both stairwells

  • EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

    Luxurious lounge

    Excitement and relaxation in a harmonic union. Two travel worlds in the premier class.

    You satisfy every passenger with the separate recreation areas in the Skyliner:

    • Upper deck rest area with wonderful views
    • Lower deck as lounge area for communication with opposite facing comfort seats, tables, on-board galley and easy access toilette
    • Barrier-free entrance for the elderly and passengers with restricted mobility

  • EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

    Sensual well-being

    Pure luxuriousness! Service à la carte, luscious seats and stimulating entertainment.

    The Skyliner provides your passengers with maximum comfort:

    • Spacious functional kitchenette for freshly brewed hot drinks and warm snacks
    • Luxurious seats with varied adjustment options
    • TopLine multimedia centre with two 19-inch TFT monitors on the top deck and 10-inch flat screens on the bottom deck

  • EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

    Fantastic climate

    Cosy warmth meets cool breezes. Real feel-good temperatures that relax as well as they refresh.

    The Skyliner optimises separate temperature control in the upper and lower decks with its entirely new DualZone air conditioning system:

    • The usual air-conditioning unit services the upper deck
    • The lower deck has two evaporators of its own
    • Larger sized air ducts increase air throughflow by 25 percent

  • EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

    Clever cockpit

    Everything under control. Maximum functionality in its most beautiful form.

    The new cockpit provides optimum support to your driver:

    • Dual core 32-bit onboard computer
    • Ultimate ergonomics thanks to the new switch and instrument layout
    • Multifunction steering wheel with all major control units
    • Radio remote control integrated in the key with separate opening of both doors

  • EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

    Exquisite refinement

    Let your own visions come true. Finest leather, sparkling chrome, brilliant sound.

    The NEOPLAN Individual equipment line offers you widely varied top-level optional equipment packages:

    • High quality two-colour leather steering wheel
    • Elegant front-end cabinet with chrome applications

  • FIRST-CLASS SAFETY

    Strong steels

    Complete safety. Reliable stability for maximum protection of people and materials.

    The Skyliner body combines high rigidity with an optimised weight:

    • Reinforced steel skeleton body
    • Larger tube cross-section
    • All-round ring frame
    • Solid rollover bar
    • Corrosion protection through cathodic dip painting

  • FIRST-CLASS SAFETY

    Mighty guardian angel

    Maximum safety over every route. Protected, even in the unexpected. Arrive at your destination safely enclosed.

    The new Skyliner offers you all currently available MAN safety systems:

    • Adaptive cruise control
    • Anti-lock braking system
    • Traction control
    • Brake assistant
    • Dynamic stability program
    • Electronic braking system
    • Electronically controlled cornering light

  • FIRST-CLASS SAFETY

    Professional bodyguard

    Absolutely reliable. Attentive and capable. Leaps immediately into the breach in every situation.

    The Skyliner supports your driver with further innovative safety components:

    • LED day driving lights
    • Control of the maximum speed
    • Lane guard system
    • Tyre pressure monitoring
    • Xenon headlights

  • FIRST-CLASS SAFETY

    Gentlest suspension

    As fast as lightning and soft as butter. Always resists. Road surfaces become smooth and obedient.

    An absolute first in the double decker – Comfort Drive Suspension (CDS), the suspension system with active electronic control:

    • Two-stage electronic control of shock absorber hardness
    • Damping ratio optimised at all time with maximum suspension comfort
    • Increased driving safety through ultimate vehicle stability
    • Lower wear for components and road surface

  • EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGY

    Powerful propulsion

    Dynamic and agile. Move forward with temperament. Preserve valuable resources.

    The heart of the Skyliner is a MAN D26 Common Rail engine with 505 HP (371 kW). Thanks to innovative technology, you profit from:

    • Higher power density
    • Lower noise emissions
    • Economic fuel consumption
    • Compliance with the currently strictest EEV exhaust emissions limit without additives

  • EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGY

    Beautiful efficiency

    Perfectly shaped body conceals a business-minded character. Intelligent, worthwhile innovation.

    The Skyliner elegantly solves the dilemma between luxurious comfort and economic interests:

    • Efficient engine technology saves up to 170-kg weight
    • New efficiency display supports economic driving
    • Large-capacity concept reduces CO2 emissions to unrivalled low best values

  • EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGY

    Smooth gears

    Precise assistance with integrated sure instinct. Targeted support opens free spaces.

    The best − the MAN TipMatic® Coach 12-speed manual gearbox automates clutch operation and gear changing. Your benefits:

    • Your driver can concentrate fully on the traffic
    • Software provides an optimised shift strategy
    • MAN EasyStart
    • Refined manoeuvring mode
    • Reduced fuel consumption

  • EFFICIENT TECHNOLOGY

    Streamlined figure

    Also a perfect personality in the wind tunnel. Rocket through every air vortex with ease. Three in one sweep – reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and airstream noise.

    The new Skyliner offers the best aerodynamics in the double decker market:

    • Large front radii
    • Angled top windscreen
    • Seamlessly smooth bodywork
    • Doors set flush
    • Lateral tapings and defined separation edge at the rear