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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Record setting Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance priced
Second torquiest AMG product on-sale in South Africa today finally arrives after its competition success in Knysna in May. Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance took overall victory in the production car class at the Simola Hillclimb in May. Image: Colin Mileman Having made its public debut at the Simola Hillclimb in Knysna last month, where it won the production car category overall piloted by AMG Driving Experience boss Clint Weston, Mercedes-Benz has divulged pricing of the AMG GT63 S E Performance. Performance hybrid The replacement for the previous generation AMG GT R, the two-door GT63 becomes Affalterbach's second torquiest road car on-sale today behind the S65 E Performance, by combining the stalwart 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 with an electric motor and battery pack. Devised as a short range hybrid with emphasis on performance, hence its name, the V8 develops 450kW/850Nm on its own and is mated to the nine-speed MCT transmission. ALSO READ: Mercedes-AMG shocks 500 kW jolt into two-door AMG GT 63 Combined with a rear mounted electric motor developing 150kW/320Nm, driven by a 6.1-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the AMG GT63 S E Performance produces 600kW/1 420Nm, which AMG says will get it from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and on to a top speed of 320 km/h. As with the four-door AMG GT63 and the S65 E Performance, drive is routed to all four wheels via the 4Matric+ all-wheel-drive system. Being a plug-in hybrid, but with performance as the main focus, as mentioned, the claim all-electric is a mere 13 km. AMG modes Able to feed as much as 100 kW back into the battery pack using the regenerative braking system, the local market AMG GT63 S E Performance comes with the same hybrid-optimised AMG Dynamic Select system as the variant sold in Europe. In total, this consist of eight settings: Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport+, Individual, Electric and Battery Hold, which uses the V8 as the main propulsion method without affecting the battery's range. Inside and out Carried over from the Old Continent model as well is the rear-axle steering system, the adaptive AMG Ride Control dampers, model specific shock absorbers and springs, the standard AMG carbon ceramic brakes, and the AMG light alloy wheels measuring 20-inches at the front and 21-inches at the rear. Inside, the AMG GT63 S E Performance's unique accommodation includes optional diamond quilting on the AMG Performance Nappa leather trimmed seats, and hybrid graphics and readouts within the 12.3-inch instrument cluster and the 11.9-inch MBUX infotainment system. Price Forming part of a three model range as Mercedes-Benz South Africa's website lists the GT 55 and standard GT 63 as the other variants, albeit without pricing, the GT63 S E Performance as a sticker of R4 369 287, which includes a five-year/100 000 km maintenance plan. NOW READ: Mercedes-AMG takes home the gold and bronze at Simola Hillclimb
IOL News
3 days ago
- Automotive
- IOL News
R4. 3m buys you the fastest-accelerating Mercedes-AMG ever: GT 63 S E Performance now on sale
The new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is now on sale in South Africa. Image: Supplied Sprinting from 0-100km/h in a claimed 2.8 seconds, the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance elevates the brand to almost hypercar levels of performance. Now on sale in South Africa, the new two-door flagship is yours for R4,369,287, and surprisingly that doesn't make it the most expensive Benz on the market. The G63 (R4.45m) and S63 (R4.6m) are even more detrimental to your cashflow. South Africans already had an early preview of the GT 63 S E at the 2025 Simola Hillclimb in Knysna in early May, where it won the road and supercar category with Clint Weston behind the wheel. But what makes it tick? The new S E Performance model, not to be confused with the regular GT 63, pairs a powerful 4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine with a 150kW rear-mounted electric motor for system outputs of 600kW and 1,420Nm. The result is a car that accelerates even quicker than the GT Black Series and F1-derived Mercedes-AMG One. The hybrid system produces a combined 600kW. Image: Supplied It's even ferocious at Gauteng altitudes, with independent performance tester Mark Jones having achieved a 0-100km/h time of 2.76 seconds at the Gerotek testing facility. For what it's worth, the new AMG hybrid model can also travel up to 13km on electric power alone, thanks to its 6.1 kWh battery, which is mounted above the rear axle. The new GT 63 hybrid model rolls on 21-inch alloy wheels with a five-spoke design, and also boasts some impressive aerodynamic features. Chief among these is an active aerodynamic element beneath the front bumper, that can extend downwards to create the Venturi effect, effectively sucking the car onto the road at higher speeds. Chassis wizardry includes AMG's Active Ride Control suspension with semi-active roll stabilisation, as well as active rear-axle steering that greatly enhances agility at low and high speeds. AMG's ceramic composite braking system, with six-piston callipers at the front, is part of the deal too. The GT 63 S E Performance cabin has unique displays. Image: Supplied Moving inside, the 2+2 cabin comes with electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with three massage programmes, and there is a large selection of upholsteries to choose from. Furthermore, the MBUX multimedia system has numerous AMG and hybrid-specific displays and functions. The new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is on sale now at a price of R4,369,287, which includes a five-year or 100,000km service and maintenance plan. IOL
New Straits Times
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Mercedes-Benz showcases 'luxury of choice' at autoshow
MERCEDES-Benz Malaysia is showcasing a range of its flagship vehicles at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 (MAS 2025) from May 9-15. This includes certified pre-owned that spans high-performance internal combustion, as well as progressive plug-in hybrid and fully electric models. The display is a testament to the brand's unwavering dedication to innovation, performance, and timeless luxury, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia president and chief executive officer Amdan Zhang said. "Every customer journey is a reflection of our commitment to excellence - whether it's a first introduction to the brand or a continued relationship built on trust. "Our certified pre-owned vehicles on display uphold the same uncompromising standards of luxury, quality, and innovation that define the Mercedes-Benz experience, offering customers not just exceptional cars, but a seamless, personalised ownership journey tailored to their needs," she added. Anchoring the Mercedes-Benz booth at MAS 2025 are three powertrain champions that represent the forefront of the German marque's engineering: Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance, Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ and Mercedes-Benz C 350 e. The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance combines handcrafted V8 power with electrified precision, delivering 620 kW (843 hp) and over 1,400 Nm of torque. As the first performance hybrid from Affalterbach, it combines a 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine with an electric motor to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 316 km/h. The Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ is where all-electric performance meets AMG DNA. This vehicle delivers exhilarating performance with dual electric motors, sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds with 460 kW (625 hp) and 950 Nm of torque. The Mercedes-Benz C 350 e is a plug-in hybrid that combines performance, efficiency and sustainability with a 1,999 cc engine producing 150 kW (204 hp) and 320 Nm of torque. It offers an all-electric range of up to 117 km (WLTP) and features a sporty AMG Line exterior with Night Package and 18-inch AMG 5-spoke light-alloy wheels.
The Citizen
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Mercedes-AMG takes home the gold and bronze at Simola Hillclimb
Three-pointed star scored overall victory in the road going production Clint Weston won the road standard road car class overall behind the wheel of the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance. Picture: Mercedes-AMG The 15th running of the Simola Hillclimb turned out to be a bittersweet weekend for everybody due to the unfortunate passing of seasoned campaigner Pieter Joubert, who was killed when his Lotus left the road at high speed. Three-pointed star on top At the request of his extended racing family, the event continued, and this is when Mercedes-AMG's big guns came out blazing and dominated the hill. ALSO READ: Simola crowns Zeelie king amidst tragic final day The team from Mercedes-Benz South Africa's AMG Driving Academy not only walked away with the coveted King of the Hill title for standard road-going production cars, but also third place in the same category. With a time of 43.174 seconds, the 1.9 km Simola Hotel & Country Estate yield first place for AMG boss Clint Weston driving the new Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance. Courtney Nicholl took the final step on the podium in the AMG C63 S E Performance. Picture: Mercedes-AMG Courtney Nicholl drove the AMG C63 S E Performance to third place with a time of 44.599 seconds. The third member of the AMG onslaught, Natalie Weston, finished seventh overall with a time of 47.436 seconds in an AMG GLC 63 S E Performance. Supercar top 10 results The boys from down the road, Cristiano Verolini from the BMW Driving Experience and BMW's racing champ Leyton Fourie pushed the Mercedes-AMG team hard all weekend, with times of 43.872 and 45.932 seconds in their lighter, but less powerful, M4 Competition and M2 entries securing second and fourth place respectively. Simola regular, Gordon Nicholson, finished fifth in his Audi R8 V10 with a time of 46.103 seconds to lock out a German Top 5. Natalie Weston finished seventh overall in the AMG GLC 63 S E Performance. Picture: Mercedes-AMG Garth Mackintosh came in sixth in his McLaren 720s with a time of 47.018 seconds, while Yash Rampersad was eighth with a 47.789-second run in his Porsche 718 Cayman. Completing the top 10 were Paul Munro with a time of 48.738 seconds in his Toyota Supra and motoring journalist, Ashley Oldfield, with a time of 49.231 seconds in the all-electric MG Cyberster. Simola winner The weapon piloted by Weston is capable of getting from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds, making it the fastest Mercedes-AMG model ever made. Under the bonnet sits a 4.0-litre V8 bi-turbo V8 combined with an electric motor and battery that produces a combined 600kW/1 420 Nm. Besides its sub-three-second claimed acceleration time, the GT 63 S E Performance will go 320 km/h. NOW READ: Simola success for Suzuki as Jimny walks away with a podium
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
View 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance 4-Door Interior Photos
Read the full review The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance looks much the same as its nonhybrid predecessor, but it's got a few new tricks to show off. The buttons on the center console are arranged in a V, and there are eight of them. We suspect this is some kind of message. As the most powerful series production Mercedes ever, the GT63 S E Performance is available with some outrageous color options. Nappa leather will set you back at least $2160. If you'd like the AMG matte carbon-fiber trim, that's $2850. A Burmester sound system is standard, which is nice given that the E Performance's base price is $196,050. The AMG Performance steering wheel in nappa leather is also standard. Though this color is a personal choice. You can shift the nine-speed automatic with the paddle shifters, but the transmission does a great job picking gears all on its own. There are a lot a settings to customize—basic drive modes along with specifics like stability control, manual or automatic shifting, and exhaust sound. Scrolling through the settings is quite intuitive. In the car's more aggressive drive modes, the engine charges the battery as you drive. Hopefully you don't often need to use the Slippery setting in a car with 831 horsepower. Keep going to see more photos of the GT63 S E Performance. You Might Also Like Car and Driver's 10 Best Cars through the Decades How to Buy or Lease a New Car Lightning Lap Legends: Chevrolet Camaro vs. Ford Mustang!
