2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S in 63 Real-Life Photos Inside and Out



2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S

Updated 3.17.15 With 63 New Photos

This subtle but sweet C63-S is the hottest model in the new C-Class range, atop all others — even its two other AMG brothers. That’s right. There will also be a C63 and a C450 AMG. The C63-S is clearly the one to lust after, with its 510-horsepower topping the Lexus RC-F, M3 and all other exec supercoupes/supersedans.

First Impressions?

There is a big issue with this car, however, and the lack of people oogling it in Amelia Island makes that clear.

It is just too subtle.

The car, at least in this grey on a grey day, is just not very captivating. The wheels look tiny, and the front grille in silver feels cheap. This is not a jab at the car itself. This C63-S just does not look twice as fast and ferocious as the C300 4Matic Sport.

The main changes versus the standard cars are are in the front and rear bumpers. The front is a gloss-black mustache insert in the lower bumper for this S Model, bright in the standard C63.2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 57 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 56

In back, quad squared exhaust pipes are a lovely black for this S Model, again versus the bright silver of the C63.

Gloss-black sill decor is also a C63-S detail, along with an ultra-small rear lip spoiler atop the trunk.

Inside, the C63-S is defined by its racing seats with hard-backed shells and bright cutouts for racing harnesses.2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 46 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 15 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 13 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S 27

Not sure how to dramatically crank up the visual intensity of this C63 when the base car is so fantastic already. But whatever the case, this new C63 lacks almost all the curb appeal of the first-gen C36.

Various Night Styling and Aero Styling might become options, as they are on the GLA45 AMG. But this C63-S is already supposed to be the most extreme variant, with pricing likely kissing $77,000. So an extra $10k in styling mods atop that is a big ask.

2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S

Amelia Island

 

 

 

2015 Mercedes-AMG C63-S

Interior

ORIGINAL

The new C63 is here! In UK  trim at first, but with key details now clear ahead of the US announcement.

In an unusual move, Mercedes-Benz is now Mercedes-AMG for the hottest models in its range. This slight name change drops the Benz and moves the AMG portion ahead of the model nomenclature.

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Aside from the detail OEM change, the rest of the car is far more exciting. Huge power from the 476-horsepower engine is also available in an XXL power guise: the S Model simply becomes the C63 S.

One distinct piece for the C63 versus the E63 and the CLS/CLA AMG cars: the hottest C-Class is still rear-drive, while the bigger brothers all bring standard 4Matic AWD to their US trims.

 

 

2015 Mercedes-AMG C63

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Faster, greener, leaner: the all-new Mercedes-AMG C 63

  • New name, new engine, new technology, same purpose – succeeding the most popular AMG model in its history, the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 is set to evolve the formula – with even greater power, performance, agility and focus than ever before

  • Fitted with the all-new and hand built 3,982 cc, biturbo V8 engine

  • New engine, codenamed M177, is more powerful, smaller, lighter and 32 per cent more efficient than the engine it replaces

  • Mercedes-AMG C 63 comes in two guises – as standard with 476 hp reached at 5,500-6,250 rpm and 650 Nm of torque delivered at 1,750-4,500 rpm or, in C 63 S form, developing 510 hp at 5,500-6,250 rpm and 700 Nm of torque at 1,750-4,500 rpm

  • The fastest AMG C-Class variant yet – the C 63 S Saloon accelerates from rest to 62 mph in 4.0 seconds (Estate: 4.1) and can reach a limited 155 mph (Estate: 155 mph). The Standard C 63 Saloon hits 62 mph in 4.1 secs (Estate: 4.2 secs) and has a limited top speed of 155 mph (Estate: 155 mph)

  • The new cars are available to order in the UK next month: the Saloon will arrive first, in early 2015 – the Estate follows a few months later

  • Mercedes-AMG C 63: new name takes its lead from the Mercedes-AMG GT

The all-new Mercedes-AMG C 63 Saloon and Estate are revealed for the first time today.

Using the 205 series aluminium and steel chassis structure as its basis, the new C 63 adds an all-new 4.0-litre biturbo engine to endow it with phenomenal performance while unique, three-stage adjustable dampers and a bespoke steering set-up allow it to retain the agility that made the model it replaces the most popular AMG ever created.

The technology applied to the new Mercedes-AMG C 63 is focused on enhancing the performance of the car – to make it as exhilarating as possible yet viable to be used every day. The dynamic engine mounts fitted to the C 63 are a good example. They reduce unwanted vibration from the engine and gearbox by softening during normal driving conditions – when greater agility is required, they stiffen to improve responses through the speed-sensitive, electromechanical steering and limit unwanted movement in the drivetrain.

Likewise, the C 63 uses a unique suspension set-up. At the front it uses four-link suspension, independent steering knuckles and a wider track to improve stability, while at the rear the multilink system uses independent mounts and an increase in negative camber. Both are linked to AMG RIDE CONTROL system, operating through electronically-controlled three-stage dampers – ranging from comfort through to track settings. Useful for when the latter is engaged, a mechanical locking rear differential for the standard C 63 and an electronic version for the C 63 S.510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 22 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 31 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 30 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 29 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 28 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 27 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 26 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 24 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 23 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 32 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 35 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 40 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 25 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 21 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 34 ????????????????????????????????? 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 20 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 36 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 18 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 44 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 42 510HP, 3.9s 2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Joings New C63 - Without the Benz Name 45

As standard the C 63 is fitted with 245/40 R18 (front) and 265/40 R18 (rear) tyres while the ‘S’ model gains 245/35 R19 (front) and 265/35 R19 (rear) tyres.

At the heart of any AMG is its hand-built engine. The Mercedes-AMG C 63 uses the M177 engine – a sister unit to the M178 found in the new Mercedes-AMG GT – displacing 3,982 cc and equipped with twin turbochargers neatly packaged in the ‘V’ of the cylinder banks and cooled via a special duct built in the bonnet of the car. Developing 476 hp in standard form and 510 hp in the C 63 AMG S, it’s nearly a third more efficient than the engine it replaces yet, in ‘S’ form, produces more power and emits less CO2 – from 192 g/km of CO2. The combination makes it the most efficient performance engine of its kind.

A heavily revised version of the AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed transmission features on the C 63 – now with significantly quicker shift times to improve responses.

In Saloon form, the C 63 AMG weighs from 1,715 kg while the Estate weighs from 1,785 kg (including fuel and the driver).

Matching the changes under the skin are extensive changes to the appearance of the car – both outside and in. New front bumpers with deep airdams to feed the intercoolers are joined by the unique AMG grille and a new bonnet with subtle power domes. Unique, wider front wings (to clear the wider front track) feature a subtle ‘V8 biturbo’ badges above a set of similarly discreet sill extensions. The rear bumper is also new, designed to house the new quad exhaust pipes below a small wing mounted on the bootlid and above the tailgate glass on the Estate.

Inside, the changes are immediately apparent, with deep, contoured seats set behind a small, unique AMG wheel and recalibrated AMG dials. The option of AMG sports seats can be specified along with a range of different leather treatments and trim finishes – from piano black to carbon and aluminium. The buttons for the AMG RIDE CONTROL, the optional active AMG performance exhaust system and the three-stage gearbox modes are grouped around the standard Touchpad controller, above which is an AMG badge and an IWC timepiece.

The Mercedes-AMG C 63 Saloon and Estate are both available to order in the UK from next month, with prices and specifications set to be announced when ordering opens. First deliveries are expected to take place in Spring 2015.C63 AMG gif

Model

Power

Torque

0-62mph (secs)

Top speed (mph)

Economy (mpg)

CO2 (g/km)

C 63 Saloon

476 hp at 5,500-6,250 rpm

650 Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm

4.1

155

34.5

192

C 63 Estate

476 hp at 5,500-6,250 rpm

650 Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm

4.2

155

33.6

196

C 63 S Saloon

510 hp at 5,500-6,250 rpm

700 Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm

4.0

155

34.5

192

C 63 S Estate

510 hp at 5,500-6,250 rpm

700 Nm at 1,750-4,500 rpm