We’ve known for quite a while now that the new-gen Mercedes-AMG C63 will ditch its meaty twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 for a small four-cylinder engine with electric assistance. We’ve also suspected that the Affalterbach brand might use the 2.0-liter four-pot powering the latest 45 model range, and it seems that this is indeed the recipe approved for production.
Without revealing their sources, UK’s Car
Magazine reports that the new C63’s four-banger will feature an electrically
assisted turbo, producing 420 PS. The engine will be backed
up by a 200 PS electric motor that will function
independently from the gearbox, and an integrated starter-generator.
The plug-in hybrid powertrain will
allegedly pump out a combined 550 PS and 800 Nm of torque, sent to an all-wheel-drive system via a nine-speed automatic
transmission. The new Mercedes-AMG C63 will also come with a Drift Mode. By
comparison, the V8 develops up to 510 PS and 700 Nm in the current generation.
Despite being around 250 kg heavier than its predecessor, the new electrified setup will allow the 2022 C63
to accelerate to 100 km/h in approximately 3.5 seconds, around 0.5
seconds quicker than before. With the optional AMG Driver’s Pack, the top speed
should stand at 291 km/h. In addition, the EV driving range under
light driving conditions is expected to be around 65 km. The same
report also claims that the new C63 will have a perfect 50:50 weight
distribution, adaptive suspension, and bigger tires at the back and smaller at
the front.
Mercedes-AMG is believed to uncover the
C63 4Matic+ EQ Power (name unconfirmed) before the end of the year.
