Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG tagged posts

Today Mercedes-Benz unveiled some detailed information regarding the newly redeisgned C-Class sedan AMG variant: the C63 AMG. Below are some highlights:

– All C63 AMG models will be powered by the M177 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine
– 7-speed AMG Speedshift transmission
– C63 AMG: 475hp, 479 lb-ft of torque; 0-100kmh (0-62mph): 4.2 seconds
– C63 AMG S: 510hp, 515 lb-ft of torque; 0-100kmh (0-62mph): 4.1 seconds
– Tire size: 245/40/R18 (front); 265/40/R18 (rear)
– C63 AMG standard options: AMG Ride Control sports suspension w/3-stage adjustable shocks; AMG speed-sensitive sports steering system; internally ventilated and perforated brake discs (size: 360mm/330mm – front/...

Today we got a set of latest spy shots of the upcoming W205 C63 AMG sedan.

From the photos we can see the following details:

– AMG quad exhausts (even though you see only one pipe on each side, but the size of the opening in the rear bumper indicates quad-exhaust arrangement on production version);
– P255/40R18 rear wheel tire size;
– Leather wrapped/stitched dash board;
– Adjustable suspension control near in the center console;
– 320 kmh (200 mph) speedometer;

Also the powertrain specification of the new C63 AMG will be:

– 4.0L twin-turbo V8;
– standard version: 476 hp;
– high output version: 510 hp;
– 7-speed MCT transmission

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG will be offi...

Today Mercedes-Benz officially announced the detailed specification of the upcoming AMG GT’s engine, codenamed M178.

Highlights as below:

The M178 engine is rated at 510 PS (375 kW, or 503 hp) at 6,250 rpm, with a maximum torque of 650 Nm (479 lb-ft) within 1,750 rpm and 4,750 rpm. The same engine will goes into the W205 C63 AMG, but tune to a lower output (probably around 470 – 480hp). The AMG GT will be announced this fall and go on sale next March as a 2016 model.