Thursday, 25 September 2014

Mercedes-AMG C63 revealed

  • Mercedes has revealed the new Mercedes-AMG C63. The performance model in the C-class line-up is powered by the AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine, in two states of tune. This engine also powers the recently unveiled Mercedes-AMG GT. The C63 also adopts a similar naming convention, dropping the 'Benz' in favour of the new Mercedes-AMG badge.
  • Tech data puts the maximum power for the Mercedes-AMG C63 at 469bhp at 5500-6250rpm and maximum torque at 66.2kgm at 1750-4500rpm. Fuel consumption is claimed to be 32 percent down compared to the naturally aspirated V8-engined C63 it replaces. It is claimed that the Mercedes-AMG C63 is capable of going from 0-100kph in 4.2 seconds and has a limited top speed of 250kph.

  • An uprated version, the Mercedes-AMG C63 S, is also available and produces 503bhp and 71.3kgm.
  • An AMG Speedshift seven-speed sports transmission sends the power to the rear wheels. The car also features speed-sensitive sports steering and AMG Ride Control sports suspension, which has three-stage adjustable damping. Braking is via internally ventilated and perforated brake discs, 360mm x 36mm at the front and 330mm x 26mm at the rear. The Mercedes-AMG C63 has a three-stage electronic stability program.
  • The performance makeover from AMG adds bespoke AMG front and rear aprons, radiator grille, bonnet, side skirts and four-pipe sports exhaust to the exterior of the C-class. The car rides on 18-inch light-alloy wheels and 245/40 R18 tyres on the front and 265/40 R18 rubber on the rear, and LED high-performance headlamps complete the package.

  • Among the cabin highlights are the AMG Dynamic Select switch, which is used to select driving modes, Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual, an AMG Performance steering wheel in Nappa leather in a black three-spoke design, AMG sports pedals in brushed stainless steel with rubber studs and sports seats with improved lateral support and AMG-specific seat fluting. The instrument cluster has a large multifunction TFT display and a race timer, while a head-up display is an option.
  • The S version adds to the exterior package with extras including a rear apron with three diffuser fins, a bespoke front apron and an uprated exhaust system with two chromed twin tailpipes.
  • The Mercedes-AMG C63 is likely to go on sale internationally at the start of 2015. The sedan will be followed by coupĂ©, estate and convertible versions which are planned to join the range before the end of 2016.

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