The 790bhp MercedesAMG S63 E Performance is priced from €208,392, with first customer cars set for delivery next month -
. Together the powertrain generates a peak power figure of 790bhp, with torque rated at 1055lb ft. Of those totals, the V8 produces 603bhp, with the electric motor good for 93bhp of continuous output and up to 187bhp in short bursts. In terms of torque, the V8’s 664lb ft is available between 2500rpm and 4500rpm, with 236lb ft coming from the electric motor.AMG’s electrified rear axle comes with some differences to its battery in both capacity and operation.
The larger battery pack sits above the composite rear drive module, which integrates an electronically-controlled limited-slip differential, electric motor and its own two-speed transmission. This adds to drive from the V8, which is sent through a familiar nine-speed torque-converter automatic transmission with a wet clutch on startup to the rear wheels.
The new S63 is so far only available with the short wheelbase body, but even so will hit the scales at 2595kg according to AMG. This doesn’t seem to dent performance times too much though, as it’ll still reach 62mph in just 3.3sec, and continue on to a 155mph or optional 180mph top speed.
Design wise, AMG has finally won the battle to fit an S-class with one of its own grilles, making it the first four-door S-class in history to feature a full-size Mercedes three-pointed star on its nose. It also has replaced the standing badge with AMG’s own roundel and fitted vertical grille strakes. The rest of the bodywork is mostly unchanged, with more aggressive openings on the front bumper to house its larger cooling system and a set of quad exhaust tips integrated into the rear.
Mercedes-AMG has not confirmed specific UK pricing just yet, but you'll pay from €208,392 in Germany, with the likes of carbon ceramic brakes, forged wheels and carbon packages pushing this figure to closer to €250,000. The S63 doesn’t really have any direct rivals as it stands, as traditional big fast saloons like
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