Spied undergoing cold weather testing in Scandinavia, the 2023 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 has been redesigned from the ground up and will be a high-performance plug-in hybrid. While the crossover is heavily disguised, it features a more curvaceous front end with an unmistakable Panamericana grille. We can also see sleeker headlights and a central intake with a black surround.
Moving further back, the GLC 63 has been
equipped with stylish wheels that are backed up by a high-performance braking
system with perforated discs and red calipers. The model also features a
sloping roof, a more dramatic beltline, and a rear charging port. The rear end
is evolutionary by comparison, but it features a new liftgate with an arched
section above the license plate. Elsewhere, there are new taillights and a
familiar four-tailpipe sports exhaust system.
The interior will follow in the footsteps
of the C-Class as previous pictures have shown a freestanding digital
instrument cluster and an infotainment system with a portrait orientation. The
former display should measure 12.3 inches, while the latter will likely span
11.9 inches.
Of course, the big news is the powertrain
as the GLC 63 will use the same plug-in hybrid system as the upcoming C 63. As
a result, the twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 will be replaced by a turbocharged
2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a 6.1 kWh battery pack, and a rear-mounted
electric motor that produces up to 201 hp. Mercedes has
previously said this setup will allow for outputs in excess of 644 hp, although there’s no word on what the GLC 63 will be rated at.
