Mercedes AMG C 63 Owner’s Guide
The Mercedes AMG C 63 model is one of the top performers of the C Class sedans. For some time, it’s been the sedan of choice for those who like a balance of refined luxury and sheer performance. But now Mercedes is taking the AMG C 63 in a new direction by making it a hybrid.
Owning a Mercedes AMG C 63 in Austin just might be the first step to going all-electric.
The Mercedes AMG C 63 Model Essentials
The Mercedes AMG C 63 is a popular model that may become even more popular now that it’s moving into the hybrid category. Making the gas engine much smaller hasn’t slowed the AMG C 63 down a bit while giving it better gas mileage. Now that’s automotive innovation.
Mercedes AMG C 63 Performance
The Mercedes AMG C 63 is known as the high performance member of the C class. Even though the newest Mercedes AMG C 63’s gas engine is half the size as previous models there’s the addition of an electric motor that makes the sedan even more powerful than before. The electric turbocharger system is based off of the automaker’s Formula 1 car. So yeah, it’s fast. Just don’t rely on the electric battery alone to get you there unless the drive is really short since you can only go six miles.
With the new Mercedes AMG C 63 model you’ll enjoy performance features like:
- 2.0-liter turbocharged V4 + electric engine
- Up to 671 horsepower
- Up to 516 lb-ft torque
- 0-to-60 in 3.7 seconds
- 124 MPH top speed
- 16/24 city/highway MPG
- AMG SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9-speed
- AMG RIDE CONTROL Sport Suspension
- All-wheel drive
- 3-stage damping
- “Hot inside V” turbocharger configuration
- Eco start/stop
- Multiple drive modes including RACE mode
- ESP Dynamic Cornering assistant
- AMG High Performance Composite Braking System
- AMG Performance Exhaust System
- Brake hold
Mercedes AMG C 63 Pricing
The new Mercedes AMG C 63 model starts around $81,850. But if you want the latest driver assistance features you’ll have to pay at least $1,100 more.
Tech Features in the Mercedes AMG C 63 Model
When even the engine has NANOSLIDE cylinder wall technology you know a vehicle is going to be advanced. The Mercedes AMG C 63 was designed for drivers that are interested in high-tech features. The only catch is many of the most advanced features don’t come standard. You’ll have to add-on a package or some optional upgrades to get intelligent features like adaptive cruise control that can tell when a curve is ahead.
The Mercedes AMG C 63 comes standard with tech features like:
- 11.9-inch high-resolution center display
- Hands-free access
- ATTENTION ASSIST
- Active brake assist
- Crosswind Assist
- Blind Spot Assist with Exit Warning Assist
- Rearview camera
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- 14-way power front sport seats with memory
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Remote start
- Remote windows, trunk and sunroof
- 64-color ambient lighting
- Heated front seats
- 13-speaker surround sound system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Bluetooth
- Dual USB ports
- Wireless charger in the console (optional)
- NFC phone pairing (optional)
- In-car WiFi for 8 devices (optional)
- Heads-up display (optional)
Mercedes AMG C 63 Repair in Austin
With a brand new engine under the hood, it’s hard to say if the Mercedes AMG C 63 will have repair issues or electrical glitches that require a mechanic. In the past, the AMG C 63 models have been plagued by a few common problems that include:
- Cracked driveshaft
- Oil seepage in the cylinder heads
- Brake rotor replacement
- Anti-lock brake system failure
Common Mercedes AMG C 63 Maintenance in Austin
Maintenance is going to be needed no matter what type of C class you own. With a new type of engine, regular maintenance is that much more important for the AMG C 63. Regular maintenance for the Mercedes AMG C 63 includes:
- General safety inspection
- Tire rotation and inspection
- Belt and hose inspections
- Brake pad inspection/replacement
- Rotor inspection
- Brake fluid replacement
- Windshield wiper replacement
- Fluid level check
- Oil check/change
Need a mechanic that can provide exceptional Mercedes AMG C 63 service in Austin? German Auto Center has been working on Mercedes models of every kind since 1979. We’re equipped to fix gas engines, hybrids and all-electric vehicles. Call us today to schedule a Mercedes AMG C 63 repair, performance upgrade or maintenance.
