The Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E Performance will arrive at U.S. dealerships this spring carrying a base price of US$ 83,900. That makes it one pricey, high-performance plug-in hybrid. Speaking of which, the model has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a rear-mounted electric motor, a 6.1 kWh battery pack, and a fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive system. This setup gives the car a combined output of 671 hp and 1,018 Nm of torque.
That’s far more than its predecessor and
the car can rocket from 0-96 km/h in 3.3 seconds. If drivers keep
their foot planted, they’ll eventually top out at 250 km/h or 280 km/h. The model can also travel a relatively short distance on
electricity alone, although the EPA hasn’t published figures yet. Sticking with
the performance theme, the sport sedan has composite brakes, dynamic engine
mounts, and an AMG Ride Control suspension with adaptive damping. Drivers will
also find eight different drive modes as well as a rear axle steering system
that turns the wheels up to 2.5 degrees.
Mercedes didn’t delve into equipment
details, but the model has an aggressive front fascia with a Panamericana
grille. Buyers will also find a four-tailpipe exhaust system as well as a
charging port located on the rear fender. An assortment of options will be
available including an AMG Performance Design Package, which “emphasizes the
vehicle’s highly dynamic character with 20-inch forged wheels, red brake
calipers, AMG Track Pace, an elevated top speed and even more aggressive
exterior styling – from the rear diffuser blade to larger flics on the front
fascia, side skirt inlets and outer grooves on exhaust tips.” Customers can also
order two different AMG Night and Carbon Fiber packages.
Moving inside, buyers will find AMG sports
seats with MB-Tex and microfiber upholstery as well as heat and power
adjustment. AMG Performance seats are available as an option as is Nappa
leather. Putting the seats aside, the car comes equipped with an AMG
Performance steering wheel as well as a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.
An 11.9-inch infotainment system resides nearby and features an assortment of
AMG- and hybrid-specific displays. Rounding out the highlights are a panoramic
glass roof, a 64-color ambient lighting system, and a Burmester 3D surround
sound system with a streaming music capability.
Customers looking for more equipment can
upgrade to the Pinnacle trim, which adds Digital Light headlights with
projections. The range-topping variant also comes equipped with a head-up
display as well as augmented reality navigation.
