Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance Specs: 843 Horsepower, Release Date Next Year
The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance debuts with a hybrid powertrain producing specs of 843 horsepower and 1,033 lb-ft of torque. It also can achieve a 0-60 mph time of 2.9 seconds and a top speed of 196 mph. However, its exterior and interior design remains pretty much unchanged from the regular GT 63 S. Its price hasn’t been revealed as of yet but it has a release date of next year when it will begin to go on sale. Expect its price to be announced closer to its release date.
AMG Performance Hybrid Specs
The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 biiturbo engine that is combined with a permanently excited synchronous electric motor. The combination of the 4.0-liter V8 biturbo engine and electric motor generates specs of 843 horsepower and a maximum system torque of more than 1,033 lb-ft of torque. As a result, it can acceleration from a standstill to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds and reach 124 mph in under 10 seconds. It can also achieve a top speed of 196 mph.
Electric Motor Specs
The electric motor in the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is positioned at the rear axle and produces specs of 204 horsepower. It is integrated with an electrically shifted two-speed gearbox and the electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential. The electric motor acts directly on the rear axle and can convert its power more directly into propulsion. The drive power of the electric motor is also transferred to the front wheels as required for more traction. As a result, the hybrid model is even more agile when accelerating out of bends, and provides more traction and therefore more driving safety.
High Performance Battery
At the heart of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is the AMG high-performance battery. Development of this lithium-ion battery was inspired by technologies in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. The AMG high-performance battery combines high power that can be called up frequently in succession. Added to this are the fast energy draw and the high power density. Therefore, drivers can immediately call on the full power potential on uphill stretches, while regeneration is strong when driving downhill.
The battery is designed for fast power delivery and draw, not for the longest possible range. Nevertheless, the electric range of 7.5 miles allows for quiet and emission-free driving from a residential area to the outskirts of the city or to the motorway.
Regeneration
Regeneration starts when drivers takes their foot off the accelerator pedal in the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance. This charges the battery and creates a strong braking torque. As a result, the wheel brakes are subjected to less wear or, depending on the regeneration level and traffic situation, do not have to be applied at all. The driver can select four different regeneration levels using the right-hand AMG steering wheel button.
Exterior
Exclusive identification features of the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance are the rear apron with integrated plug-in charging flap and the model designation highlighted in red. The “E PERFORMANCE” badge on the wings indicates the hybrid drive as well. Numerous paint color and equipment features are also available for the hybrid version. For example, there are four matte paint colors, five metallic colors and two non-metallic colors to choose from. In addition, there are new 20 and 21-inch light-alloy wheels, each in two color variants.
Standard Options
As the new flagship of the series, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is particularly extensively equipped. It has received all the upgrades of the latest model facelift, such as the AMG RIDE CONTROL+ suspension with new damping system. Also included in its price are the adapted AMG ceramic high-performance composite brake system and the MBUX multimedia system with special hybrid displays.
Price and Release Date
As we mentioned above, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance price has not been revealed as of yet. It has a release date of next year. Expect its price to be in the $200K range. The official price will be announced closer to its release date.
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