Mercedes-AMG is showcasing the GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe at the New York Motor Show. Check out the details…

Mercedes-AMG is showcasingits high-performance GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe at the New York Motor Show. The big news is found under the bonnet where the familiar 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 lives, a first in this segment,with the intention of slaying the Porsche Macan.

"With it, the GLC 63 offers amazing performance under all conditions – aided by an array of other high-tech features, including our AMG 9-speed sports transmission and our new all-wheel drive system, which we introduced for the first time last year in the new E-Class” saidTobias Moers, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

The V8-powered AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe can be expected in South Africa at the end of the year. Bring it on!

Outputs are impressive with the GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe offering 350 kW and 650 Nm of torque. The more potent GLC63 S Coupe in comparison delivers 375 kW and 700 Nm of torque. A 9-speed AMG SpeedShift multi-clutch transmission from the Mercedes-AMG E63 S lays power to the tar in conjunction with an AMG 4Matic all-wheel drive system, resulting in brisk acceleration.

The firm claims that the GLC63 will accelerate from 0-100 kph in just 4.0 seconds while the GLC63 S Coupe will complete the run in a blistering 3.7 seconds. Top speed is limited to 250 kph. A choice of 4 driving programs are offered including Comfort, Sport, Sport+ and Individual while a Race mode is offered for the GLC63 Coupe variants.

On-road comfort is provided by a new AMG suspension system with multi-chamber air springs and adaptive damping which can be set to either Comfort, Sport and Sport+. The speed sensitive steering also offers two modes including Comfort and Sport.

Styling Features

The GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe derivatives are differentiated from the rest of the GLC family with a Panamericana grille as seen on the AMG GT. AMG-specific front and rear bumpers are fitted along with a roof spoiler and performance exhaust system with quad tailpipes. The GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe ride on 19-inch wheels while the GLC63 S makes use of 20-inch rims.

The interior shows sporty and luxurious finishes with a range of options available to further improve the cabin experience.

Inside, man-made leather combined with Dinamica microfibre upholstery is offered as standard with a number of trim options available. Sports seats are fitted and the instrument cluster features model-specific readings. As usual a wide range of options can be fitted to further enhance the look and feel of the GLC63 range.

The local arrival of the Mercedes-AMG GLC63 and GLC63 Coupe has been confirmed for the fourth quarter of 2017. We will keep you updated as more information becomes available. For now, watch the Mercedes-AMGGLC63 in action in the video below…

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