Mercedes-Benz is completing its C-Class AMG model range with a sleek looking 2 door coupé that packs a 487hp V8 under the hood that will be available in Europe this July.This top of line coupé is powered by the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine that has a maximum output of 457hp pushing
the Coupé from 0 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 4.4 seconds and the top speed is 250 km/h (155mph) while being electronically limited. A performance option improves acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h to 4.3 seconds, with technology transferred from the SLS AMG responsible for a 30 hp increase in output. The forged pistons, connecting rods and lightweight crankshaft adopted from the gull-wing model's high-tech drive system save three kilograms in weight. This reduces inertia and enhances the agility and responsiveness of the high-revving, eight-cylinder naturally-aspirated engine.
To make it all go that big V8 is attached to The AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission that provides direct and dynamic power delivery. Rather than using a torque converter, it has a compact, wet start-off clutch which reduces the losses associated with conventional automatic transmissions and thereby significantly lowers fuel consumption. The Controlled Efficiency "C" mode also plays a significant part in this. By providing earlier and more comfortable upshifts while maintaining the lowest possible engine speed and "soft" accelerator characteristics, the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed sports transmission helps the driver achieve better fuel economy figures. Drivers can also choose shorter gear shift intervals and higher engine revs for increased performance. The double-declutching function is also activated in the “S”, “S+” and “M” modes, thereby further increasing the boy racer factor. The gear shifts take just 100 milliseconds in “S+” and “M” transmission modes. Using the RACE START function the driver can enjoy the vehicle's full acceleration capability.
A Mercedes-Benz is suppose to do more than go fast in a straight line. The AMG sports suspension and AMG high-performance braking system make driving down winding roads a lot more fun. In contrast to the series production suspension system, the top-of-the-range AMG model has a specially designed three-link front suspension, reinforced multi-link independent rear suspension and a wider track all round. The stiffer elastokinematics, the autonomous axle kinematics with more negative all-round camber and stabilizers with a larger cross-section all give greater responsiveness and greater lateral acceleration. Selective damping with specially modified spring and damper rates optimizes both the response characteristics of the springs as well as the ride comfort.
To help you keep things under control the AMG sports speed-sensitive power steering with direct steering ratio (13.5 : 1) is designed to give excellent road contact and should help improve the vehicle’s handling. This is complemented by a 3-stage ESP Ò : the Electronic Stability Program which gives three individual control strategies at the touch of a button: the ESP Ò button in the centre console allows the driver to choose between “ESP ON”, “ESP SPORT HANDLING MODE” and “ESP OFF”. The AMG high-performance brake system has internally ventilated and perforated brake discs on all wheels and should give outstanding responsiveness, short stopping distances and excellent fatigue strength.
All this performance is wrapped in sleek and athletic presence that is reminiscent of the high-performance SL 63 AMG Roadster. This compact two-door Coupé has a low profile, powerful-looking shoulder line and slim line C-pillar. The short overhang, long engine cover, steeply sloping windscreen and long, stretched-out roof are also striking elements of its overall style.
The arrow-shaped front section is characterized by features typical of AMG: a new AMG front apron including lower cross-struts finished in high-gloss black, LED daytime driving lamps specifically created for AMG and side air outlets. The large Mercedes star is positioned on a wing-shaped horizontal grille slat in the new radiator grille and, together with the newly-designed aluminum engine cover which has power domes, underlines a more masculine feel of the vehicle. The new clear glass headlamps are further eye-catching feature.
From the side, the wide front wing bearing the "6.3 AMG" legend, the AMG side sill panels and the new, high-sheen AMG 5-twin-spoke light alloy wheels in titanium grey finish all stand out. Traction with the road is provided by the wide 235/40 R 18 (front) and 255/35 R 18 (rear) tires. The rear has a distinctive AMG rear apron with a striking black diffuser and three diffuser fins as well as the two chrome twin tailpipes of the AMG sports exhaust system.
From the drivers point of view the instrument panel with integrated screen immediately recalls the new CLS 63 AMG. Three sporty, separate round instruments provide information on speed, engine rpm, fuel level and coolant temperature. Other display options are incorporated into the AMG main menu. This can be accessed via the multifunctional buttons on the steering wheel. Located in the middle of the speedometer, the three-dimensional, color TFT display welcomes the driver by showing an AMG logo when the vehicle is unlocked. The AMG Performance steering wheel is similar to the CLS 63 AMG wheel. Among its special features are the steering wheel rim, flattened at both the top and bottom; the metallic trim, the grip areas which are covered in perforated leather; and the aluminum shift paddles. Trim elements in high-gloss, black piano lacquer look on the instrument panel and doors emphasize the high quality of the interior. Situated on the centre console is the rotary control for selecting the C, S, S+, M and RACE START drive programs.
The new AMG sports seats come with integral head restraints, high-quality AMG badges and ARTICO/ DINAMICA black upholstery combination as standard. DINAMICA is an innovative, breathable man-made fiber which is easy to grip and skin-friendly and distinguishes itself through its low emissions and high degree of light-fastness. While the side seat bolsters of the AMG sports seats are upholstered in ARTICO, the DINAMICA can be seen in the centre panels. The C 63 AMG Coupé is a fully fledged four-seater with the rear seats featuring the same style of horizontal seam lines as the AMG sports seats. To enlarge the luggage compartment, the backrests in the rear can each be folded down as standard. Available as an option, designo leather appointments give the interior an even more exclusive character: four single-tone colors and three two-tone combinations are available. These can also be complemented with "extended black designo leather appointments" for the top section of the instrument panel.
If all this isn't enough than you can opt for an "Edition 1". The Edition 1 features the AMG sports seats, door centre panels and armrests that come in high-quality black designo leather with contrasting porcelain seams on the sports seats, porcelain piano-lacquer look and the two-tone AMG Performance steering wheel sets black nappa leather off with a lower section in porcelain designo leather. An "Edition 1" badge on the trim indicates this version's singularity. AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels come as standard in designo magno night black matt finish and make the C 63 AMG Coupé Edition 1 look equally special on the outside.