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MB C63 AMG SE Performance: values ​​hybrid power

Mercedes has unveiled its latest addition to the AMG family, the C63 SE Performance, powered by a formidable F1 hybrid engine.

Mercedes opens its new family sports car, the C63 AMG, this Wednesday. An important model for the German brand that is in direct competition with Audi (RS4) and BMW (M3) in this market. Mercedes saw big for its new C63 AMG (available in sedan or station wagon), now equipped with a hybrid engine, which is directly inspired by F1 technology. If the V8 is no longer offered, this new C63 AMG SE Performance has something to seduce.

A slightly redesigned design...Regarding the external appearance, several modifications have been made. The front is already 5 cm longer than the previous generation, and the fenders have also been widened. Overall, the new C63 AMG is 8 cm longer and 7.6 cm wider. The wheelbase increases by one centimeter. Mercedes indicates that these new dimensions bring more personality to the body with a more elongated and muscular line.

Other significant exterior elements include a small air outlet on the hood, accompanied by the traditional AMG grille, equipped with vertical struts. The body has been slightly redesigned to improve airflow. In particular the presence of “Air Panels” electronically controlled, located behind the grille and on the front bumper. Also note that the AMG logo will now be available at the entry level.

At the rear, there is a dual exhaust outlet accompanied by a new diffuser. A black painted spoiler, and integrated into the trunk lid, was also installed by Mercedes. There is also the E Performance badge, which will indicate the presence of hybrid propulsion.

Finally, the new C63 SE Performance is equipped with 19-inch or 20-inch alloy wheels, depending on the versions chosen. Mercedes also says that various color customizations will be available on this model. Three additional packs will enhance the sporty effect (AMG Carbon Fiber Exterior Pack, AMG Night Pack and AMG Aerodynamics Pack)

The increasingly modern interior...In the interior, the sporty look is immediately apparent with the presence of the AMG sport seats. Various color and stitching configurations will be available for the front seats. There are also rear seats with a very elaborate design.

Mercedes has also installed the latest AMG two-spoke steering wheel. It benefits from new controls that are more accessible and more visible. It will now be possible to control the different driving functions or the different driving modes without releasing the steering wheel. The driver will also be able to control the regeneration of the hybrid drive via the steering wheel.

C63 SE Performance, an unprecedented hybrid engine...It's under the hood that Mercedes' sports family evolves the most. The mythical V8 is over, now it's a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. This engine block has an electrically assisted turbocharger. The power of this heat engine is 476 hp and 545 Nm of torque. Mercedes talks about the four-cylinder engine “the most powerful in the world”.

This thermal block is accompanied by an electric motor equipped with a 70 kW battery for a power of 204 hp. The total power of this C63 SE Performance therefore reaches 680 hp and 1,020 Nm of torque.

To enable better traction, Mercedes installed all-wheel drive AMG Performance 4MATIC+ equipped with rear-wheel steering, a first in this segment.

A 9-speed gearbox with AMG SpeedShift technology will be available. It will be accompanied by a second two-speed gearbox that will be coupled to the electric motor.

Various technologies offered for more precise driving...This hybrid engine was developed directly with the Mercedes-AMG F1 department. In addition to this impressive hybrid engine, there are other elements for an even sportier drive. Firstly, 8 different driving modes will be available (Electric, Comfort, Battery Holder, Sport, Sport+, RACE, Slippery and Individual). They will allow you to enjoy all the capabilities of the vehicle as per your wishes.

There's also a new adaptive damping system called AMG Steering Control. It will allow an optimal grip on the road.

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