Fans the world over have been left dumbfounded when Mercedes-AMG introduced that it was changing the V8 with 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder hybrids in its C63 and E63 fashions. Nonetheless, as per the most recent reviews, the good-old V8 could possibly be again as early as 2026.
Mercedes-AMG C63 competes with the BMW M3 that makes use of a twin-turbo inline-6. Whereas the C63 packs extra energy, it weighs over 2 tonnes, which negates its benefit over the M3.
The present Mercedes-AMG E63 S can also be more likely to swap its twin-turbo V8 for a 6-pot hybrid setup. The brand new engine is claimed to develop round 700 hp and 800 lb-ft of torque, which is considerably greater than the 604 hp V8. Nonetheless, it has been reported that Mercedes would possibly plonk the tried-and-tested M177 V8 again within the automobile as an alternative. The C63 may get the identical engine.
The M177 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 is presently supplied within the AMG GT63 S E Efficiency and AMG S63. Each automobiles get a hybrid setup with a peak output of 831 hp and 791 hp, respectively.
Supply: Automotive and Driver