New “Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance” Introduced

 Mercedes-Benz Germany announced on February 1 (local time) that it will introduce the high-performance hybrid “Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance” of the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door coupe to the European market in April. The price is 196,987.40 euros (about 25.4 million yen).

 The Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door coupe is a high-performance sedan that combines the convenience and comfort of a 4-door with high performance performance. Introduced in 2019 in Japan, it will currently develop the “Mercedes-AMG GT43 4MATIC +” and “Mercedes-AMG GT53 4MATIC +” that combine an in-line 6-cylinder 3.0-liter direct injection turbo “M256” engine with an ISG (Integrated Starter Generator).

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

Functionality of Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

 The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance announced this time is a high-performance hybrid model that adopts F1 technology in line with the new E-performance hybrid strategy. The system consists of a V8 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine, electric motor, high-performance battery, and 4WD system “AMG Performance 4MATIC +”. The maximum output of the system is 620kW (843HP) and the maximum torque is announced as 1400Nm or more. There is. The 0-100km / h acceleration was 2.9 seconds and the maximum speed was 316km / h.

Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

 The exterior uses Green Hell Magno as the body color, and is equipped with 21-inch AMG forged wheels that combine black paint and a high-gloss finish on the rim flange. In addition, high-gloss black and dark chrome exterior parts are also given.

 The interior features exclusive nappa leather sports seats, yellow contrast top stitching throughout, and edition badges.

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