Mercedes-Benz has launched the new AMG S 63 E Performance in India at Rs 3.30 crore (ex-showroom). Powered by a plug-in hybrid 4-litre V8 engine, it’s the Mercedes’s second plug-in hybrid vehicle in India. It is also the most powerful iteration of the S-Class yet. Mercedes has also introduced the AMG S 63 E-performance Edition 1 in limited quantities.
Here’s everything that you need to know about this powerhouse: –
- The AMG S 63 E Performance is powered by a 4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 petrol engine at the front, paired with a 13.1kWh battery and a rear-axle-mounted motor.
- The e-motor generates 190hp and 320Nm of torque, bringing the combined power output to a staggering 843HP and 1470Nm, enabling it to sprint from 0 to 100kmph in merely 3.3 seconds before attaining a top speed of 290 kmph.
- The drive battery, compatible with a 3.7 kW Type 2 connection, delivers up to 33 km of electric range and a top speed of 125 kmph, seamlessly combining performance and efficiency in one impressive package.
- The AMG S 63 E Performance is packed with features aimed at delivering dynamic handling and supreme comfort. These include AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension with adaptive damping, roll stabilization, and active rear-axle steering with up to 3 degrees of steering angle, all of which enhance its confident and agile driving experience. Additionally, it offers carbon ceramic brakes as an optional feature.
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- The AMG S 63 features unique AMG styling updates, including a Panamericana grille with a centrally mounted Mercedes logo, a sportier front bumper with large air intakes, a pronounced front chin, 21-inch AMG-specific wheels, and an AMG rear diffuser with quad exhaust pipes.
- Inside, it boasts a new four-spoke AMG steering wheel, AMG-spec pedals and the latest MBUX software with AMG and hybrid-specific displays, including an exclusive “Super Sport” theme. The other notable features of this sportier luxury saloon are as follows: –
- Active LED headlamps with Adaptive High Beam Assist and LED tail lamps
- Carbon fibre finish on the dashboard
- AMG-specific seat design in exclusive Nappa Leather with AMG badging
- Digital driver’s display
- 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 64-color Ambient Lighting
- Augmented reality heads-up display
- 4-zone climate control
- Burmester 3D surround sound system
- Rear seat entertainment package
- Removable tablet on the fold-down central armrest
- Rear folding tables
- Level 2 ADAS suite
- Additionally, there’s a Night exterior package option featuring dark chrome or gloss black accents and a carbon-fibre package that includes carbon fibre trims on the front bumper, wing mirrors, side sills, and rear diffuser.
Mercedes-AMG S 63 E-performance Edition 1
Mercedes is offering an exclusive S63 E-Performance Edition 1 variant, priced at Rs 3.80 crore. Limited to a few units, this Edition 1 costs an additional Rs 50 lakh and features:-
- Manufaktur Alpine Grey exterior paint.
- Unique matte black 21-inch forged AMG wheels.
- Red calipers.
- Standard AMG Night package.
Inside, it comes with the AMG Exclusive package, including:-
- Black Nappa leather upholstery with contrast red stitching.
- AMG crests embossed on the headrests.
- Black and red carbon fiber trim on the dashboard.
- ‘Edition 1’ plaque on the center console.
