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Performance Package Plus: enhanced performance for successful AMG model: C 63 AMG with a shot of SLS

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Affalterbach, Germany, Oct 21, 2009 - Enhanced driving dynamics ex factory for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG: the new Performance Package Plus is an attractive optional extra that is designed to appeal to the power-hungry sports driver. The Performance Package Plus increases output by 22 kW/30 hp to 358 kW/487 hp. As a result, the C-Class approaches the level of performance offered by C-Class DTM vehicles, which deliver 377 kW/500 hp. The Performance Package Plus is available for the saloon and estate models and includes an AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology on the front axle, a carbon fibre spoiler lip (saloon) and an AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather/Alcantara.

With the Performance Package Plus, the C 63 AMG accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and 0 to 200 km/h in 13.9 seconds. This beats the 336 kW/457 hp standard model by up to 1.2 seconds (0–100 km/h: 4.5 seconds; 0–200 km/h: 15.2 seconds). The top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).

The improvement in power output to 358 kW/487 hp is due to the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine's modified engine compartment: the forged pistons adopted from the new SLS AMG super sports car together with new connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft translate into a weight saving of three kilograms. Reduced inertia boosts the agility and responsiveness of the uprated V8 engine, which is recognisable from the variable intake manifold painted in titanium grey. New engine management completes the powertrain measures in the Performance Package Plus for the C 63 AMG.

Key data at a glance:

Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG with Performance Package Plus

Cylinder arrangement - V8
Cylinder angle - 90°
Valves per cylinder - 4
Displacement - 6208 cc
Bore x stroke - 102.2 x 94.6 mm
Compression ratio - 11.3:1
Output - 358 kW/487 hp at 6800 rpm
Max. torque - 600 Nm at 5000 rpm
Maximum engine speed - 7200 rpm
Engine weight (dry) - 196 kg
Fuel consumption NEDC combined - 13.4 (13.6) l/100 km
CO2 emissions - 318 (323) g/km
Acceleration 0–100 km/h - 4.4 (4.5) s
Top speed - 250 km/h*

*electronically limited; figures in brackets: estate model

AMG high-performance braking system featuring composite technology

The Performance Package Plus braking system has been adapted to the enhanced driving dynamics. A new AMG high-performance braking system ensures greater stability when driving dynamically, with compound brake discs on the front axle and red painted brake callipers all round showing the AMG logo. The brake discs feature a composite design and are connected to an aluminium bowl to avoid temperature peaks. The connection between the disc and bowl is new: instead of the usual screw connection, the aluminium bowl is now connected to the brake disc via cast-in arms. The advantage is more homogenous temperature distribution on the brake disc.

A further identifying feature of the Performance Package Plus is the AMG carbon fibre spoiler lip on the boot lid (saloon). In the interior, the AMG performance steering wheel in nappa leather with a grip area trimmed in Alcantara feels good, while at the same time making a striking visual impact.

The new AMG Performance Package Plus is available for C 63 AMG saloon and estate models and can be ordered now. The sales price is €7080.50 or €6426(saloon/estate; prices include 19% VAT) with the market launch taking place in December 2009.

Extended appointments in black designo leather

New black designo leather as an optional extra will enhance the interior even further and covers the upper section of the dashboard, the upper door trim and the armrest on the centre console. This high-quality feature is available in conjunction with nappa leather appointments for €2856 (price includes 19% VAT).

The internationally successful C 63 AMG model

The C 63 AMG is one of the most popular vehicles in the Mercedes-AMG model range. In 2008, 8100 units of this high-performance car were sold worldwide. The C 63 AMG demonstrates its sports credentials in international motorsport as well as on the road. For example, the C 63 AMG estate is used as the official F1™ medical car and the C 63 AMG saloon acts as a safety car in the DTM German Touring Car Masters.


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WOW a already truly brilliant machine made even better that looks fantastic the rear spoiler and the nappa dash wow and imagane that extra KW on already monster car ....

Wow - stunning!!!

This car is retarded ..
I love it

The swansong of the C63?

I hope not the C63 AMG is awesome and i hope the 63 engine continous...

Cool

Overkill.

why not the MCT from the E63 as well?

Mercedes is constantly tweaking the C-Class from base to AMG models, a good thing. Can't wait to see the actual facelift. Yeah the MCT transmission would have been nice.

Edit: I missed the part about 487hp! WOW.

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Great car made better!

487 HP is nice; wish they included MCT.

So they take a engine that is good for 500 or so HP, detune it to 457 hp and then charge you give it 30 of those horses back? They should have instead given the +30 hp to the C350 instead.

Very nice!

Only thing missing on this car is a little more exciting leather options... red would be nice.

I know how you feel short-changed by AMG. But the difference between the horsepower output of the C63 and the SL63 is due to the routing of the exhaust pipes underneath the car. Or so I'm told.

I thought AMG should have done the right thing and threw the MCT gearbox into the package.

I have some suspicions that the naturally aspirated V8 6.2L engine will not be with us for much longer. Maybe 18 months or so before being replaced by the new 5.5L Twin-Turbo V8 engine and possibly with a new transmission.

If the difference was 10hp, I would believe that. The difference between a free flowing exhaust and a more restrictive one is not 50+ HP (unless we are talking about removing cats and mufflers and everything and even then I doubt there is 50HP to be gained just from the exhaust).

I think it is marketing thing, they didn't want a 50k car to have the same HP as a 100k car especially given that the 50k car would end up being faster as it would be lighter.

Dissapointed that no one noticed it's actually a new engine, a hybrid between the M156 and M159. It's even 3 kilos lighter.

Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Performance Package Plus Is Bound for U.S.


AFFALTERBACH, Germany — Mercedes-Benz USA has confirmed for Inside Line that the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Performance Package Plus, which boosts output by 30 horsepower, is bound for the U.S. early in 2010, but pricing on the optional package has not yet been finalized.

"Yes," responded Mercedes-Benz USA spokesman Rob Moran in an e-mailed message when asked about U.S. plans for the package. "We'll likely adapt the engine modifications as part of the existing P30 package for the C63. Expect this early next year. Sorry, but a price has not been finalized."

The package will be launched in December in Europe. Pricing for the sedan and wagon models in that market ranges from the U.S. equivalent of approximately $9,629-$10,609.

Mercedes-Benz says the package is aimed at the "power hungry" driver.

The power boost is due to the 6.3-liter V8 engine's modified engine compartment, said the automaker in a statement. The modifications include forged pistons adopted from the new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. The tweaks boost output by 30 horsepower to 487 hp for both sedan and wagon models. With the addition of the package, the C63 AMG sprints from zero to 60 mph in less than 4.4 seconds, beating the standard 457-hp model by up to 1.2 seconds, said Mercedes-Benz. Other details include an AMG high-performance braking system and an AMG performance steering wheel.

Inside Line says: Mercedes-Benz has massaged this almost to the point of being a "Black" series, but not quite. — Anita Lienert, Correspondent


Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Performance Package Plus Is Bound for U.S.


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Starting with the December production schedule, the P30 Performance Package will be discontinued. The P31 AMG Development Package will be introduced with an eye towards pleasing our power-hungry driving enthusiasts.

P31 - AMG Development Package - $5950
Adds 30hp for a total of 481hp
Lightweight AMG Forged Pistons
Lightweight Connecting Rods
Revised Crankshaft
New Engine Management
AMG compound Braking System
Red Painted Brake Calipers
Carbon Fiber Trunk Spoiler
Exclusive Engine Intake Runners in Titanium Grey
Top Speed at 174 mph
AMG Leather/Alcantara Performance Steering Wheel

The Limited Slip Differntial from the P30 Package will be available as a stand alone option (code 471) for $2000. The suspension components of the P30 package have been completely discontinued because of owner feedback that it made the ride too stiff.


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I want a C63 now that the U.S. is getting this package.


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