Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe: the old scenario

"Charged" version of Affalterbaha always appear after the premiers of the ordinary, or rather, not quite conventional models Mercedes-Benz. So it is no surprise that at court tuning studio AMG presented Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe almost immediately after the European premiere in Geneva, the C-Class with a coupe. Distinctive features of the newly Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe, which makes it look even more aggressive than conventional versions, are changing the profile of the bonnet, new forms of bi-xenon headlamps with adaptive lighting system, a modified front bumper with large air intakes and LED running lights, back pay for itself account the increase in the diffuser, and four chrome exhaust pipe. In addition, future owners of the new S63 AMG Coupe will be able to reap the full benefits previously available only over a status model. Among the equipment adaptive cruise control systems, control of "dead zones" inadvertent crossing a solid line markings, as well as Internet access and other functional equipment. As for the powertrain, the vehicle is still equipped with atmospheric V8 engine cylinder capacity of 6.2 liter capacity of 457 liters. with., a maximum torque of 600 Nm. On equipped with AMG Performance package increases power to 487 hp. with. that allows the car accelerates to 100 km / h in 4.4 seconds and reach speeds of 250 km / h (electronically limited). Such indicators AMG engineers achieved largely thanks to technology borrowed from SLS AMG: forged pistons, connecting rods and lighter crankshaft taken from the unit "gull-wing". Reduce the weight of reduced inertia, resulting in eight-aspirated engine quickly reaches high speed and better responds to the accelerator. As transmission instead of "automatic" classic designs are now offered a new 7-speed transmission with AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT package wet clutch instead of torque converter that provides a much more efficient operation and fast switching with little or no break power flow. There are four operating modes: Comfort - the basic mode of operation with the most comfortable switching algorithm, Sport - the switching time is reduced by 20 percent, Sport Plus - the switching time is reduced by 40 percent, Manual - full control by the driver through paddles petals. In addition, the new coupe from AMG was upgraded chassis rigidity has been revised springs, dampers and anti-roll bars. The system of dynamic stabilization, the new product has three modes of operation and can be completely disabled, and the novelty may be supplemented with a limited slip differential with a 40-percent degree of blockage. Average fuel consumption, according to the manufacturer, should reach 12.0 litres/100 km, which is significantly lower than comparable models C63 AMG - 13,4 l (sedan), 13.7 l (wagon). The first cars will arrive to European dealerships in July, the price of the car in Germany starts at 72,590 euros. Surcharge for AMG Performance Package will be 7,116 euros. Text: Alex Guy