Mercedes-Benz will launch its F1-inspired car in India next month
Mercedes-Benz India is all set to launch its latest offering, the AMG C 63 S E Performance, on November 12. The new generation car draws inspiration from Formula 1 vehicles, and will sit above the C43 in the carmaker's line-up here. It comes with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, which pairs a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with a rear-mounted electric motor, instead of a V8 setup.
A look at its performance
The AMG C 63 S E Performance has an insane 680hp on offer, with the four-cylinder engine delivering 475hp and the electric motor providing a further 205hp. The car also comes with a turbocharger with an integrated electric motor that runs on a 400V electrical system. This cutting-edge tech, taken from Mercedes's F1 car, assists the turbine to spool up faster for better performance.
Advanced features and design
AMG C 63 S E Performance comes with a nine-speed multi-clutch automatic gearbox and all-wheel-drive. It also features four-wheel steering, where the rear wheels can turn up to 2.5-degrees in the opposite direction to the front ones (up to 100km/h), or up to 0.7-degrees in the same direction at higher speeds. Its exterior features wider front wheel arches than the regular C-Class, optional larger wheels, and an iconic AMG grille with active shutters that adjust according to engine cooling needs.
Interior and pricing
The interior of the AMG C 63 S E Performance is identical to the standard C-Class, with a large touchscreen and digital instrument cluster. It also flaunts an all-black theme with an AMG-specific steering wheel. The new model is likely to be priced between ₹1.3-1.4 crore, putting it a notch above the C43 in Mercedes's lineup which currently retails at ₹98.25 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom).
