The most important highlight of the C 63 AMG S E Performance is the hybrid engine which combines a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine, paired with a permanently-excited synchronous electric motor. This combination accelerates the car from 0-93 kmph in just 3.3 seconds, an impressive feat in its class.

This engine has been developed at the Mercedes-AMG’s facility in Affalterbach. It features the AMG M139l unit which has been hand-built under the ‘One Man, One Engine’ principle. It also includes an electric exhaust gas turbocharger powered by a 400-volt electrical system for a quicker throttle response across all rpm ranges.

The electric motor is mounted at the rear axle and gets a two-speed gearbox. Featuring a limited-slip differential, the motor makes 198 bhp creating a compact and efficient Electric Drive Unit (EDU). 

The battery employed is a 400-volt AMG high-performance unit which gives 6.1 kWh of energy. This battery is capable of putting out energy enough to make close to 93 bhp continuously and 198 peak bhp for up to ten seconds. A specialised cooling system maintains the battery’s temperature, enhancing efficiency and allowing for optimal energy regeneration.

This new model comes with AMG Ride Control, which is an adaptive suspension technology that adjusts damping based on driving modes and road conditions. This helps in balancing comfort with responsive handling. There are three damping modes offered under this including Comfort, Sport and Sport+.

Apart from the suspension the car also gets rear-axle steering with speed-sensitive steering that adapts to the cornering requirements and depending on the dynamic mode selected.

On the inside, the C 63 AMG S E Performance gets sports seats with Mercedes-Benz Tex and microfiber upholstery or five designs of optional Nappa leather upholstery. As an option, AMG Performance seats are also offered on the vehicle. It comes with an MBUX infotainment system featuring a 12.3-inch driver display and an 11.9-inch central multimedia display. Other features include power-heated front seats, an AMG Performance steering wheel in Nappa leather, a Burmester 3D Surround Sound System, panorama roof, 64-color ambient lighting and more.

The front end is 2 inches longer than the preceding model. Widened front fenders and an extended wheelbase are also a part of the upgrades. The hood features a central narrow air outlet that flows into two power domes.