Mark the date on your calendars, since Mercedes-Benz India is planning to launch two V8-powered AMG monsters in the country on May 27, i.e. the C 63 Coupe, as well as the updated GT R. Given the current scenario, the German luxury carmaker will be launching both the cars digitally.
The previous iteration of the Mercedes-AMG C 63 was available in the Indian market in a standard four-door format, but this time, the carmaker is bringing the coupe version to the country, much like the C 43 Coupe that is currently on sale. Under the hood of this coupe will be a massive 4.0-litre, bi-turbo V8 engine putting out 476 PS of power, along with 650 Nm of twist.
Mercedes-Benz claims that the C 63 Coupe can sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4 seconds, before maxing out an electronically limited speed of 250 km/h. All this power is sent to the rear wheels of the car with the help of a 9-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.
In terms of design, the AMG C 63 gets the signature ‘Panamericana’ front grille that consists of vertical chrome slats, along with forged alloy wheels as compared to the C 43. Inside the cabin, the car is expected to get an updated digital instrument cluster, along with an updated version of the Mercedes-Benz’s MBUX infotainment system.
The new AMG GT R on the other hand, gets redesigned headlamps, the Panamericana radiator grille, an all-new steering wheel, and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, over the outgoing model.
Powering the supercar is the same 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 unit that does duties on the C 63, albeit, in a higher state of tune. The engine produces 585 PS of max power and 750 Nm of peak torque, while the transmission duties are handled by a 7-speed dual-clutch auto transmission. The AMG GT R can go from nought to 100 in 3.6 seconds, and tops out at 318 km/h.
We expected Mercedes-Benz to price the AMG C 63 Coupe around the Rs 1.5 crore mark, similar to the price of the C 63 S previously sold in the market. The car will directly put up against the BMW M4 in the country. On the other hand, the Mercedes-AMG GT R could be launched at a sticker price of around Rs 2.5 crore, and will lock horns with the Porsche 911 GT3 RS.