All-New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance Debuts With 4-Cylinder PHEV!
It has finally happened – an AMG C63 model with a 2-litre engine but more power than ever.
With a new W206 C-Class model comes the AMG versions. We already know the Mercedes-AMG C43 4MATIC comes with a 2.0L with a 48V system and a mild hybrid powertrain with 402hp and 500Nm of torque. But now we have the official word about the new C63 model – it’s a 2L plug-in hybrid!
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The all-new top-performance W206 will be called the Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance. Its powertrain consists of a 2.0L turbocharged engine, a 2-speed electric motor on the rear axle and an all-wheel drive 4MATIC system for the first time on the C63 model. The car also gets an electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential. While the outgoing C63 features a twin turbocharged V8 with up to 500hp and 700Nm of torque, this new model has 680hp and 1020Nm of torque! There’s also a Drift Mode despite the 4MATIC system, and active rear axle steering as standard.
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The new C 63 S E Performance goes from 0-100km/h in just 3.4 seconds and tops out at 280km/h with the optional AMG Driver’s Package.
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Mercedes-AMG says it is taking its Formula 1 technology into the new AMG-exclusive 400V powertrain and battery set up. The battery in the new C63 S E Performance is designed for fast discharge and high power draw with innovative direct cooling for the cells. It is mounted above the rear axle in a compact design. Don’t expect too much in the way of pure electric driving on this hybrid though – Mercedes only anticipates an electric range of 13km.
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There will be both a sedan and a wagon version of the C63 S E Performance. Compared to the standard W206 C-Class, these AMG models are 83mm longer with a considerably wider track and even a 10mm longer wheelbase. This lends a more powerful and muscular look to the new C63 model. Another distinguishing feature is the slim air outlet in the centre of the bonnet that transitions into two powerdomes.
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There’s also a black AMG emblem instead of the Mercedes star with laurel wreath on the bonnet. This new AMG 63 model also gets a Panamericana-style radiator grille, an AMG front apron as well as other inlets and aero parts. Two of the air panels are electronically controlled. The AMG C63 S E Performance also comes with matching side skirts, a rear apron, a diffuser, two dual tailpipe trims and a little spoiler.
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Rounding off the new design are a set of either 19″ or 20″ wheels in a staggered setup. Numerous paint options and customisable options are available including the AMG Exterior Carbon Fibre or Night packages, as well as the AMG Aerodynamics Package.
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Inside, the C 63 S gets AMG sport seats in special upholstery and a distinctive stitching pattern. The front head restraints get AMG emblems embossed. An optional AMG Performance seat is optional with weight-saving side bolsters. Nappa leather upholstery can be optioned with an optional contrast colour.
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The AMG Performance steering wheel comes standard with a twin-spoke design. For the first time, regeneration levels of the hybrid system can be selected via the steering-mounted buttons.
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AMG has also formulated a new Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System sound signature. This is a low-frequency, speed modulated AMG sound emitted via a loudspeaker at the front and rear. It can be observed from inside the car as well.
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What do you think of the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance? Are the new performance numbers a reasonable trade off for the lack of a V8 and the presence of an electrified system? Let us know.