The engine which is closely related to the unit used in the Mercedes-AMG GT sports car, develops 476hp in the C 63 but is further tweaked to output 510hp in the C 63 S variant.
With a frugal fuel consumption of 8.2 litres per 100km, the C 63 is the most economical eight-cylinder car in the high-performance segment.
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Transmission is seven-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode.
The AMG Ride Control sports suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers, mechanical rear axle locking differential and the AMG Dynamic
Select transmission modes elevate the C 63’s driving dynamics levels ahead of the regular C Class variants.
The C 63’s adoption of many new and significantly enhanced assistance systems used in the flagship S-Class has also elevated its degree of safety.
Among the features are the enhanced Attention Assist drowsiness detection system and Collision Prevention Assist Plus which help prevent rear-end collisions while increasing comfort.
Top speed is electronically limited to 250kph but can be optionally increased to 290kph.
For more information on models, go to the local Mercedes-Benz website.
