Mercedes-AMG C 63
Description
New: AMG C 63 S E Performance launched (Nov 12, 2024)
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Mercedes‑Benz India replaced the iconic 4.0 L V8 with a 2.0 L turbo‑petrol inline‑4 + rear‑electric‑motor hybrid setup, christened the C 63 S E Performance, priced at ₹1.95 crore ex‑showroom
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Combined output is 680 PS (≈671 bhp) and 1,020 Nm, enabling a blistering 0–100 km/h in about 3.3–3.4 seconds, with a top speed of up to 280 km/h .
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It features 8 driving modes (including Drift), a 6.1 kWh battery offering ~13 km electric range, F1‑derived electrically‑assisted turbo, all‑wheel drive, nine‑speed auto, and four‑wheel steering
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Launch event included perks for buyers: Nürburgring training sessionsMarket reaction & sales
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Reddit discussions suggest sluggish sales, with deep discounts (beyond 20%) reported by September 2024
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Many purists criticized the hybrid replacing the V8 at such a high price, describing it as “pathetic”
Heads-up: V8 rumored to return in 2026 facelift
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According to Autocar India, Mercedes‑AMG plans to revert the C 63 (facelifted) back to a V8 powertrain in 2026
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Supported by Reddit chatter referencing Autocar, although denials by AMG spokespeople suggest it’s still speculative
TL;DR
Model | Powertrain | Price (ex‑showroom) | 0–100 km/h | Range |
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2024 C 63 Coupe (your mentioned launch) | 4.0 L V8, 469 bhp | ₹1.33 cr | 4 s | — |
2024 C 63 S E Performance (current) | 2.0 L + electric hybrid, 671 bhp | ₹1.95 cr | ~3.3 s | ~13 km |
2026 facelift (rumored) |
Car Overview
New
Petrol
4
2024
gray..,White
14
5
Auto
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4WD – Four-wheel drive
E Performance