2017 Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupe S
Mercedes-AMG
C 63 S Coupe S was
officially introduced at the Sepang International Circuit, and is
priced at RM 773,888, RM 75,000 more than its sedan sibling (on-the-road without
insurance).
We’ll start with the headline figures – 510 hp at
5,500 to 6,250 rpm, and 700 Nm of torque at 1,750 to 6,250 rpm, which
originates from the hand-made M177 4.0 litre biturbo V8 engine. All that power
is sent to the rear wheels via an AMG Speedshift MCT seven-speed sports
automatic transmission.
The powertrain here allows for a 0-100 km/h time of
just 3.9 seconds, and the coupe will continue to accelerate to an
electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h. Didn't fast enough? tag on the optional AMG Driver’s Package, and you can push on to 290
km/h instead.
All that grunt is matched by a nifty
three-stage adjustable AMG Ride Control sports suspension, as well as an
electronic rear axle locking differential, the latter being an exclusive to the
S model. Drivers will get to cycle through a variety of driving modes via the
AMG Dynamic Select switch, which sets the car’s systems (suspension, steering,
throttle, shift map) into track attack mode when ‘Race’ is selected (unique to
the S). Alternatively, there’s ‘Comfort’, ‘Sport’ and ‘Sport+’ to choose from.
The C 63 S Coupe comes with the signature AMG makeover, starting
with the AMG twin-blade front grille and a centre-mounted three-point star.
There’s also a new front bumper sporting the familiar A-wing design we’re seen on
the C 63 S Sedan and new E 63.
At the rear, there’s a new three-fin diffuser
positioned between the trademark AMG quad exhaust setup, along with
model-specific emblems. The sides remain pretty much status quo, save for some
additional carbon-fibre trim along the lower edges, and the ‘V8 Biturbo’ wing
badges.
Also fitted here is the AMG Night package, where
items such as the A-wing trim, rear bumper trim strip, side mirror housings,
shoulderline trim and window surrounds, are all finished in high-gloss black.
The C 63 S Coupe rides on 19-inch AMG nine-dual
Y-spoke wheels finished in matte black with a high-sheen rim flange. It is
wrapped with 255/35 sized tyres at the front, while the rears are 285/30
rubbers. Other wheel options are available as part of the Edition 1 package.
Inside the cabin, and you’ll be greeted by a
familiar C-Class Coupe layout, with plenty of go-fast bits integrated within.
The two-tone dashboard can be had with either red/black or white/black
perforated Nappa leather, accompanied by carbon-fibre/aluminium and matte
silver/aluminium trim. These items are all part of the AMG Performance Studio
interior package.
The switchgear for the air-conditioning and
infotainment system continue to retain their position on the centre stack, this
time surrounded by plenty of carbon-fibre, with an ‘AMG’ emblem displayed on
the stowage space cover. Similarly, the touchpad interface on the centre
console gains a few new neighbours, specifically switches for the AMG Dynamic
Select and other AMG-specific controls.
More AMG goodies can be seen on the multifunction
display screen within the instrument cluster, which feature several a lap timer
and other performance gauges. Look closely at the timepiece on
the centre stack, an AMG-specific IWC design analogue clock.
To ensure you a comfortably held in place while on
track, the Performance seats on the C 63 S Coupe are upholstered in Artico
man-made leather/Dinamica microfibre with AMG badges on the backrests.
Much like the C 63 S Sedan, an Edition 1 version of
the AMG coupe will also be available, priced at RM 795,888 (RM 72,000 more than
the C 63 S Sedan Edition 1). For the RM 22,000 premium, you’ll get some extra
styling bits, beginning with two exterior design packages. The first features
stripes rendered in graphite grey matte, set atop a variety of exterior paint
finishes to choose from.
The other option is reminiscent of the company’s DTM
racer, where the colour scheme is a combination of designo magno selenite grey
matte paint with yellow film coating and yellow sport stripes. It also comes
with black Performance five-twin-spoke forged wheels that are 19 inches in size
at the front and 20 inches at the rear.
Both design options receive the AMG Aerodynamics
package, tagging on a larger front spoiler, side sills, stall strips (rear
bumper), rear diffuser and a small lip spoiler on the bootlid. Need more? Well,
tag on the optional high-performance tyres and ceramic brakes.
Changes to the interior include AMG Performance
seats upholstered in Nappa leather, with yellow contrast stitching, also seen
on the door panels, armrests, steering wheel rim and beltlines. More yellow
accents can be found on the instrument cluster, AMG-specific IWC clock and
floor mats. Rounding up the list of new items are the Dinamica microfibre
performance steering wheel and matte carbon trim on the centre console.
