SEPANG: The high performance Mercedes-AMG sport utility vehicles (SUVs) with the powerful AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engines have arrived.
On-the-road without insurance prices are RM915,888 for the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC and RM933,888 for the coupe-styled variant.
“The Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S and its coupe-styled variant are two high performance cars in an SUV skin making them powerful predators in their element, in any terrain. They exude an aura of athletic dynamism and sheer power coupled with overwhelming traction and driving dynamics. These two are all about appearance, features, performance and sound,” said Mercedes-Benz Malaysia vice president (sales and marketing) Mark Raine.
They are the only vehicles in their segment to be powered by an eight-cylinder biturbo engine, which puts out 510hp with a maximum torque of 700Nm.
Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h is completed in just 3.8 seconds with the top speed of 270 km/h.
Both SUVs use the sporty and responsive AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed transmission, where the driver benefits from extremely short response times.
Fast multiple downshifts and the double-declutching function make for a highly emotive gearshift experience.
The four AMG Dynamic Select drive programmes “Comfort”, “Sport”, “Sport Plus” and “Individual” modify key parameters such as the response of engine, transmission, suspension, steering, ESP (Electronic Stability Programme) and all-wheel drive.
The typical V8 engine sound comes courtesy of an exhaust system with flap technology.
Both SUVs feature high performance AMG Sports suspension based on Air Body Control with adaptive adjustable damping, AMG Performance 4MATIC+ allwheel drive with fully variable torque distribution, a rear-axle limited slip differential and a high performance braking system.
The new GLC 63 4MATIC is the first Mercedes-AMG Performance vehicle to feature the Panamericana grille, which was previously reserved for the AMG GT family of sports cars.
A wide front apron inspired by the design of a jet wing, with a large front splitter, impressively embodies the power of the new models.
By dispensing with a finemeshed grille, it gives a view of the cooling technology – a typical attribute from the world of motor sport.
Yhe AMG Night package in high-gloss black enhances the racing-inspired looks, complemented by the matte black 21-inch AMG cross-spoke forged wheels.
In the interior, the sports seats are upholstered in Nappa leather and ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa for the dashboard and beltlines, as well as the red designo seat belts.
Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC
Transmission & Technology
– 4.0L V8 Biturbo petrol engine
– 510hp at 5,500 – 6,250rpm
– 700Nm at 1,750 – 4,500rpm
– Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds
– AMG Speedshift MCT 9-SPEED Sports Transmission
– AMG sports suspension based on AIR BODY CONTROL
– AMG DYNAMIC SELECT
Exterior Features
– Mercedes-AMG exterior
– 21-inch AMG cross-spoke forged wheels
– AMG Night package
– AMG high-performance composite braking system
– AMG spoiler lip
– Aluminium-look running boards with rubber studs
– Adaptive highbeam assist plus
– MULTIBEAM LED
– AMG Performance exhaust system
– Electrically folding and adjustable exterior mirrors
Comfort & Interior Features
– Mercedes-AMG interior
– Panoramic sliding sunroof
– AMG performance steering wheel in DINAMICA
– Nappa Leather Upholstery
– Dashboard and beltlines in ARTICO man-made leather in black nappa look
– Red designo seat belts
– AMG Performance seats
– AMG carbon-fibre trim/light longitudinal-grain aluminium trim
– Ambient lighting
– THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control
– AMG front door sill panels with white LED illumination
– Auto dimming for interior and driver’s side exterior mirror
– Heat and noise-insulating acoustic glass
– Roller sunblinds in left and right rear doors
– Electrically adjustable front seats with memory function
– 4-Way lumbar support
– Heated front seats
– Stowage package
– Double Cupholder
Safety & Assistance Package
– Surround view camera
– Driving Assitance package plus
– Distance Pilot DISTRONIC with Steering Pilot
– Active lane keeping assist
– Active Blind Spot Assist
– Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function
– Active parking assist
– Sidebags in rear
– Kneebag
– Interior monitoring system
– KEYLESS-GO
– HANDS-FREE ACCESS
– PRE-SAFE system
– Adaptive brake lights
– TIREFIT
– Tyre pressure monitoring system
– Anti-theft alarm system
– EASY-PACK tailgate
– Front passenger airbag deactivation
Multimedia System
– COMAND online
– Burmester surround sound system
– DVD player
– Touch pad
– Head-up Display
Photo gallery: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC (coupe)
Photo gallery: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC
Keyword: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC arrives at RM915,888 and RM933,888 (coupe)