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Updated Mercedes-AMG C63 S range blasts into South Africa!
We brought you local pricing back in February 2019, but now the facelifted Mercedes-AMG C63 S range – comprising sedan, coupé and cabriolet body styles – has officially touched down in South Africa.
The refreshed range gains an updated look (including a new AMG-specific grille and remodelled twin tailpipe elements) plus an upgraded transmission with added ratios.
Each of the three variants employs an unchanged twin-turbo 4,0-litre V8 engine directing 375 kW and 700 N.m to the rear wheels. The seven-speed gearbox of the pre-facelift model, however, has been replaced with an AMG Speedshift MCT 9G transmission with wet start-off clutch.
The 0-100 km/h sprint claims are unchanged, which means the C63 S still hits three figures in 3,9 seconds in coupé form, 4,0 seconds in sedan guise and 4,1 seconds in topless configuration. The sedan and coupé boast a top speed of 290 km/h, while cabriolet is electronically limited to 280 km/h.
As we pointed out before, the Mercedes-AMG C63 S sedan kicks off at R1 546 600, before CO2 emissions tax. Opting for the coupé will see the starting price increase some R62 500 to R1 609 100, while the cabriolet version will come in at R1 728 700 (that’s some R182 100 more than the four-door model).
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-models/updated-mercedes-amg-c63-s-range-blasts-into-south-africa/
We brought you local pricing back in February 2019, but now the facelifted Mercedes-AMG C63 S range – comprising sedan, coupé and cabriolet body styles – has officially touched down in South Africa.
The refreshed range gains an updated look (including a new AMG-specific grille and remodelled twin tailpipe elements) plus an upgraded transmission with added ratios.
Each of the three variants employs an unchanged twin-turbo 4,0-litre V8 engine directing 375 kW and 700 N.m to the rear wheels. The seven-speed gearbox of the pre-facelift model, however, has been replaced with an AMG Speedshift MCT 9G transmission with wet start-off clutch.
The 0-100 km/h sprint claims are unchanged, which means the C63 S still hits three figures in 3,9 seconds in coupé form, 4,0 seconds in sedan guise and 4,1 seconds in topless configuration. The sedan and coupé boast a top speed of 290 km/h, while cabriolet is electronically limited to 280 km/h.
As we pointed out before, the Mercedes-AMG C63 S sedan kicks off at R1 546 600, before CO2 emissions tax. Opting for the coupé will see the starting price increase some R62 500 to R1 609 100, while the cabriolet version will come in at R1 728 700 (that’s some R182 100 more than the four-door model).
https://www.carmag.co.za/news/new-models/updated-mercedes-amg-c63-s-range-blasts-into-south-africa/
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Winning a drag race in the Mercedes-AMG C63 S - Juliet McGuire
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Mercedes-AMG's sharper C63 models hit SA streets
It’s raining AMGs this week. Not only is the new straight-six ‘53’ family making its debut, but the new C63 S range is also making its grand entrance.
As before, you can choose between a sedan, priced at R1 546 600, a coupe at R1 609 100 and a Cabriolet, yours for R1 728 700.
Notice how the ordinary 'non-S' C63 is missing from that line-up? While it’s still offered overseas, the local outfit has opted to discontinue this model - clearly South African buyers are taking the “best or nothing” slogan quite seriously.
The 'best' is now also more visually distinctive from the rest of the range thanks to a new 'Panamericana' style front grille with vertical louvres, much like the one fitted to the GT sports car range. Look closely and you'll also see redesigned transverse fins in the outer air intakes, and an A-wing front apron that gives the front end a wider look. The rear end gets redesigned twin tailpipe trims in high-gloss chrome and a more distinguished diffuser.
Same motor, better gearbox
Beneath the bonnet things tick over just as before, and one could argue that the C63 S was already more than wild enough to begin with, the 4-litre twin-turbo still producing 375kW and 700Nm, which is enough, according to the experts, to blast to 100km/h from standstill in 3.9 seconds in coupe form, with the sedan taking four seconds flat and the cabrio 4.1. Top speeds are electronically limited to 290km/h in the case of the sedan and coupe and 280km/h in the cabrio.
The engine is mated to a new AMG Speedshift nine-speed MCT 9G multi-clutch gearbox, which replaces the previous seven-speed unit.
And yes, the C63 still channels all the power to the back wheels - unlike the all-wheel-drive C43, the C63 S remains a hard-core car that demands expert attention!
PRICES
C63 S Sedan - R1 546 600
C63 S Coupe - R1 609 100
C63 S Cabriolet - R1 728 700
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...gs-sharper-c63-models-hit-sa-streets-22755501
It’s raining AMGs this week. Not only is the new straight-six ‘53’ family making its debut, but the new C63 S range is also making its grand entrance.
As before, you can choose between a sedan, priced at R1 546 600, a coupe at R1 609 100 and a Cabriolet, yours for R1 728 700.
Notice how the ordinary 'non-S' C63 is missing from that line-up? While it’s still offered overseas, the local outfit has opted to discontinue this model - clearly South African buyers are taking the “best or nothing” slogan quite seriously.
The 'best' is now also more visually distinctive from the rest of the range thanks to a new 'Panamericana' style front grille with vertical louvres, much like the one fitted to the GT sports car range. Look closely and you'll also see redesigned transverse fins in the outer air intakes, and an A-wing front apron that gives the front end a wider look. The rear end gets redesigned twin tailpipe trims in high-gloss chrome and a more distinguished diffuser.
Same motor, better gearbox
Beneath the bonnet things tick over just as before, and one could argue that the C63 S was already more than wild enough to begin with, the 4-litre twin-turbo still producing 375kW and 700Nm, which is enough, according to the experts, to blast to 100km/h from standstill in 3.9 seconds in coupe form, with the sedan taking four seconds flat and the cabrio 4.1. Top speeds are electronically limited to 290km/h in the case of the sedan and coupe and 280km/h in the cabrio.
The engine is mated to a new AMG Speedshift nine-speed MCT 9G multi-clutch gearbox, which replaces the previous seven-speed unit.
And yes, the C63 still channels all the power to the back wheels - unlike the all-wheel-drive C43, the C63 S remains a hard-core car that demands expert attention!
PRICES
C63 S Sedan - R1 546 600
C63 S Coupe - R1 609 100
C63 S Cabriolet - R1 728 700
https://www.iol.co.za/motoring/late...gs-sharper-c63-models-hit-sa-streets-22755501
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Mercedes-AMG C63 S (2019) Launch Review
The updated Mercedes-AMG C63 S is now available in South Africa and we got a chance to stretch its legs at the Kyalami Racing Circuit. Is this the benchmark performance-oriented business class sedan in the local market?
We had our first glimpse of the new-look C63 S in Germany in 2018, where we sampled the newcomer on road as well as the technical Bilsterberg circuit. Initial impressions were good and while the changes from the pre-facelift version aren't easy to notice, there are enough alterations under the skin to make this vehicle quite newsworthy. Available in sedan, coupe and cabriolet flavours (alas, there is not enough demand for an estate version in South Africa), the C63 S boasts some slight visual updates, but the real changes can be found under its sheetmetal.
Summary
With the Mercedes-AMG C63 S in the latter half of its product cycle, it needed some updates to keep pace with developments in the marketplace. There are new rivals on the horizon: the next BMW M3 is due to be revealed soon and Audi has just bolstered its RS4/RS5 range in South Africa.
There's just something so alluring about the brutish C63 S, which is quite likely to be AMG's final exclusively rear-wheel-drive performance business class sedan/coupe/cabriolet. Not only is it tremendously powerful, it sounds absolutely wicked and offers a veritable smorgasbord of driving thrills.
The cabin sees the biggest changes. The new-look steering wheel is beautiful both to look at and wield, and the digital dashboard is a big leap forward. It's no MBUX, but we're likely to see that in the next-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class which should make an appearance in 2020.
While our time with the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S was fleeting and limited to just some track excursions, we're eagerly looking forward to seeing if Affalterbach's road rocket is now a little easier to live with on a daily basis. Some will hope it won't be, but be that as it may, roll on the road test!
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/mercedes-amg-c63-s-2019-launch-review/46634/
The updated Mercedes-AMG C63 S is now available in South Africa and we got a chance to stretch its legs at the Kyalami Racing Circuit. Is this the benchmark performance-oriented business class sedan in the local market?
We had our first glimpse of the new-look C63 S in Germany in 2018, where we sampled the newcomer on road as well as the technical Bilsterberg circuit. Initial impressions were good and while the changes from the pre-facelift version aren't easy to notice, there are enough alterations under the skin to make this vehicle quite newsworthy. Available in sedan, coupe and cabriolet flavours (alas, there is not enough demand for an estate version in South Africa), the C63 S boasts some slight visual updates, but the real changes can be found under its sheetmetal.
Summary
With the Mercedes-AMG C63 S in the latter half of its product cycle, it needed some updates to keep pace with developments in the marketplace. There are new rivals on the horizon: the next BMW M3 is due to be revealed soon and Audi has just bolstered its RS4/RS5 range in South Africa.
There's just something so alluring about the brutish C63 S, which is quite likely to be AMG's final exclusively rear-wheel-drive performance business class sedan/coupe/cabriolet. Not only is it tremendously powerful, it sounds absolutely wicked and offers a veritable smorgasbord of driving thrills.
The cabin sees the biggest changes. The new-look steering wheel is beautiful both to look at and wield, and the digital dashboard is a big leap forward. It's no MBUX, but we're likely to see that in the next-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class which should make an appearance in 2020.
While our time with the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S was fleeting and limited to just some track excursions, we're eagerly looking forward to seeing if Affalterbach's road rocket is now a little easier to live with on a daily basis. Some will hope it won't be, but be that as it may, roll on the road test!
https://www.cars.co.za/motoring_news/mercedes-amg-c63-s-2019-launch-review/46634/
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Carbuyer review of the 2019 C-Class saloon
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2019 BMW 3 Series vs Mercedes-Benz C-Class - Which one should you buy? - Cars.co.za
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MotorMatters review of the C200 & C220d
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Kelley Blue Book review
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TechnoBok review of the updated C180
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Alex on Autos review of the updated AMG C43
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Tested: AMG C63 S is all the performance car you'll ever need
At first glance, the rather mundane-looking Mercedes-AMG C63 S sedan might not take your breath away. However, once you’ve jumped in, put your foot on the brake pedal and pressed the ENGINE START button, and that beastly 4.0-litre V8 under its bonnet rumbles to life, you’ll certainly be gasping for air (and smiling from ear to ear).
Let’s not beat about the bush, the C63 S is all about performance – mountains and mountains and mountains of performance. With 375kW of power on tap between 5500rpm and 6250rpm, 700Nm of torque available between 1750rpm and 4500rpm, a claimed 0-100km/h sprint in four seconds (with Race Start) and an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h, it’s all about numbers.
The best part of this performance powerhouse, though, has to be its rear-wheel-drive platform. It’s probably the last rear-wheel-drive ultra-high-performance C-Class you’ll be able to purchase too, as the company moves toward a sporty 4MATIC system for all future C-Class AMGs.
VERDICT
Fast. Frugal. Ferocious. The C63 S is, arguably, the best AMG you can buy right now. Its handling has improved generation upon generation, feeling easier and racier to drive, whereas in the past you felt as though you were trying to wrestle a bear into a leotard when going with intent.
With options, the car can become ludicrously expensive, but stay away from the options list, and go with what Merc gives you as standard, and you’ll be perfectly happy with the car for many years to come.
Consumption wise, well, let’s say it’s not going to win any city-based economy run events. But, you’ll be surprised at how light on juice it is when maintaining a constant speed on the highway.
Pricing starts at R1 560 136 and you get a full five-year maintenance plan to keep running costs in check.
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At first glance, the rather mundane-looking Mercedes-AMG C63 S sedan might not take your breath away. However, once you’ve jumped in, put your foot on the brake pedal and pressed the ENGINE START button, and that beastly 4.0-litre V8 under its bonnet rumbles to life, you’ll certainly be gasping for air (and smiling from ear to ear).
Let’s not beat about the bush, the C63 S is all about performance – mountains and mountains and mountains of performance. With 375kW of power on tap between 5500rpm and 6250rpm, 700Nm of torque available between 1750rpm and 4500rpm, a claimed 0-100km/h sprint in four seconds (with Race Start) and an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h, it’s all about numbers.
The best part of this performance powerhouse, though, has to be its rear-wheel-drive platform. It’s probably the last rear-wheel-drive ultra-high-performance C-Class you’ll be able to purchase too, as the company moves toward a sporty 4MATIC system for all future C-Class AMGs.
VERDICT
Fast. Frugal. Ferocious. The C63 S is, arguably, the best AMG you can buy right now. Its handling has improved generation upon generation, feeling easier and racier to drive, whereas in the past you felt as though you were trying to wrestle a bear into a leotard when going with intent.
With options, the car can become ludicrously expensive, but stay away from the options list, and go with what Merc gives you as standard, and you’ll be perfectly happy with the car for many years to come.
Consumption wise, well, let’s say it’s not going to win any city-based economy run events. But, you’ll be surprised at how light on juice it is when maintaining a constant speed on the highway.
Pricing starts at R1 560 136 and you get a full five-year maintenance plan to keep running costs in check.
Tested: AMG C63 S is all the performance car you'll ever need
It's expensive, but the recently updated Mercedes-AMG C63 S is arguably the best AMG you can buy right now.
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Drag race: 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 Saudi RS5 Sportback - TheMotoristSA
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MotorMatters review of the AMG C43 4Matic
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Tested: Mercedes-AMG C43 is understated but not overrated
Chatting to a friend, he was raving about the C43’s bigger sibling the C63 AMG and how fantastic it is.
There’s nothing wrong with a 4.0 litre twin turbo V8, believe me, but it’s almost too much car, if such a thing is possible.
I look at it in boxing parlance, and forgive me if I give away my age. The C43 AMG is a bit like the glory days when the likes of Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran and Marvin Hagler graced the ring, giving true meaning to the “sweet science”.
They bobbed, weaved and danced around the ring gracefully, all the while entertaining millions of people around the globe.
The C63 is more Mike Tyson, coming at you with everything it has, always looking for a knock-out and exploiting any weakness you may have - and then delivering a menacing killer blow.
That’s not a bad thing mind you, but you get the idea, the C43 AMG is a perfect blend of speed, power, control, refinement and, my friend was right, I loved it.
And, at just over R1 million, it’s not stupid money either.
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Chatting to a friend, he was raving about the C43’s bigger sibling the C63 AMG and how fantastic it is.
There’s nothing wrong with a 4.0 litre twin turbo V8, believe me, but it’s almost too much car, if such a thing is possible.
I look at it in boxing parlance, and forgive me if I give away my age. The C43 AMG is a bit like the glory days when the likes of Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran and Marvin Hagler graced the ring, giving true meaning to the “sweet science”.
They bobbed, weaved and danced around the ring gracefully, all the while entertaining millions of people around the globe.
The C63 is more Mike Tyson, coming at you with everything it has, always looking for a knock-out and exploiting any weakness you may have - and then delivering a menacing killer blow.
That’s not a bad thing mind you, but you get the idea, the C43 AMG is a perfect blend of speed, power, control, refinement and, my friend was right, I loved it.
And, at just over R1 million, it’s not stupid money either.
Tested: Mercedes-AMG C43 is understated but not overrated
All the comfort you need, with plenty of power, gives the Mercedes-AMG C43 exquisite balance.
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Next AMG C63 to ditch V8 for hybrid four-pot
But the new, four-wheel drive Mercedes-AMG C63 is expected to retain 500bhp-plus when it goes on sale in 2021
Mercedes-AMG will send a clear message that it is adapting to modern demands with the upcoming third-generation C63 by forgoing its long-standing V8 power in favour of an advanced four-cylinder hybrid drivetrain that develops more than 500bhp.
The new C63 will be the first in a number of new AMG models earmarked to receive an electrified version of Mercedes’ new turbocharged 2.0-litre M139 engine when it goes on sale in early 2022
The four-wheel-drive rival to the Audi RS4 and BMW M3 is already undergoing intensive development at AMG’s Affalterbach engineering headquarters.
The potent four-cylinder engine kicks out a maximum of 416bhp and 369lb ft of torque in non-electrified form in the new A45 and its related siblings. The unit has already been engineered for longitudinal mounting as well as mild-hybrid electric boosting. It’s destined to be used in not only the next C63 but also, in a less heavily tuned form, in a follow-up to today’s turbocharged 3.0-litre V6-powered C43.
www.autocar.co.uk
But the new, four-wheel drive Mercedes-AMG C63 is expected to retain 500bhp-plus when it goes on sale in 2021
Mercedes-AMG will send a clear message that it is adapting to modern demands with the upcoming third-generation C63 by forgoing its long-standing V8 power in favour of an advanced four-cylinder hybrid drivetrain that develops more than 500bhp.
The new C63 will be the first in a number of new AMG models earmarked to receive an electrified version of Mercedes’ new turbocharged 2.0-litre M139 engine when it goes on sale in early 2022
The four-wheel-drive rival to the Audi RS4 and BMW M3 is already undergoing intensive development at AMG’s Affalterbach engineering headquarters.
The potent four-cylinder engine kicks out a maximum of 416bhp and 369lb ft of torque in non-electrified form in the new A45 and its related siblings. The unit has already been engineered for longitudinal mounting as well as mild-hybrid electric boosting. It’s destined to be used in not only the next C63 but also, in a less heavily tuned form, in a follow-up to today’s turbocharged 3.0-litre V6-powered C43.
2022 Mercedes-AMG C63: 670bhp PHEV arrives on Wednesday | Autocar
AMG's BMW M3 rival drops four cylinders but gains nearly 200bhp courtesy of EV boost
www.autocar.co.uk
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Next-gen Mercedes-AMG C63 to drop V8 for hybrid four-pot – report
A fresh report out of the United Kingdom claims the next-generation Mercedes-AMG C63 will ditch the V8 petrol engine in favour of a hybrid four-cylinder arrangement.
According to Autocar, the next C63 will also move from rear-wheel drive to all-wheel drive when it hits the market in 2022.
The publication claims the third-generation C63 will employ an electrified version of Affalterbach’s new turbocharged 2,0-litre four-pot – the M139 unit that debuted in the A45 and CLA45 – before the powertrain rolls out to other AMG-badged models.
Autocar reports the M139 engine has “already been engineered for longitudinal mounting as well as mild-hybrid electric boosting”, adding it is expected to employ a 48 V integrated starter motor, the brand’s EQ Boost system and a nine-speed automatic transmission.
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A fresh report out of the United Kingdom claims the next-generation Mercedes-AMG C63 will ditch the V8 petrol engine in favour of a hybrid four-cylinder arrangement.
According to Autocar, the next C63 will also move from rear-wheel drive to all-wheel drive when it hits the market in 2022.
The publication claims the third-generation C63 will employ an electrified version of Affalterbach’s new turbocharged 2,0-litre four-pot – the M139 unit that debuted in the A45 and CLA45 – before the powertrain rolls out to other AMG-badged models.
Autocar reports the M139 engine has “already been engineered for longitudinal mounting as well as mild-hybrid electric boosting”, adding it is expected to employ a 48 V integrated starter motor, the brand’s EQ Boost system and a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Next-gen Mercedes-AMG C63 to drop V8 for hybrid four-pot – report - CAR Magazine
A fresh report out of the United Kingdom claims the next-generation Mercedes-AMG C63 will ditch the V8 petrol engine in favour of a hybrid four-cylinder […]
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