The new Mercedes Benz S 63 AMG celebrates its world premiere in September 2013 at the Frankfurt International Motor Show.
Mercedes-AMG is unleashing the new S 63 AMG. The most powerful high-performance saloon in the luxury segment sets new standards in terms of driving dynamics, lightweight construction and efficiency. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine – the most powerful member of the BlueDIRECT engine family, with an output of 430 kW and torque of 900 Nm – delivers effortlessly superior performance. Thanks to systematic lightweight construction based on the “AMG Lightweight Performance” philosophy, the S 63 AMG is up to 100 kilograms lighter than its predecessor. A combination of an efficient drive system and reduced weight results in an NEDC combined fuel consumption of 10.1 to 10.3 litres per 100 kilometres (237 to 242 g/km CO2). The new S 63 AMG is also available with the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel-drive system 4MATIC as an option for the first time. This not only enhances traction – the S 63 AMG represents a new dimension in driving dynamics in its segment. The design, equipment and appointments of the S 63 AMG meet the highest standards in terms of high-class appeal, quality and perfection.
Ola Källenius, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “Following the successful launch of the A 45 AMG and the CLA 45 AMG, the new S 63 AMG highlights our expertise in the automotive high-end segment. Lightweight construction and absolute performance are among the key strengths of the new flagship model from Mercedes-AMG. The new S 63 AMG likewise leads the way when it comes to perfection, high-class appeal and quality. We are also offering the S 63 AMG with the performance-oriented AMG all-wheel drive system 4MATIC for the first time to target new markets: the S 63 AMG 4MATIC is just the ticket for customers who attach importance to four-wheel drive due to weather conditions.”
Tobias Moers, Head of Overall Vehicle Development and Board Member of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: “We have unquestionably achieved our aim of making the new S 63 AMG more powerful, lightweight and efficient than its predecessor. In terms of driving dynamics as well, the S 63 AMG has made giant leaps forward – not least thanks to the option of the performance-oriented AMG 4MATIC all-wheel drive.”
AMG Lightweight Performance: up to 100 kg lighter than before
Systematic implementation of the AMG Lightweight Performance strategy reduces the weight of the S 63 AMG by up to 100 kilograms compared to the predecessor model. This weight saving was achieved largely thanks to the use of AMG forged light-alloy wheels, a lightweight lithium-ion battery and a weight-optimised AMG high-performance composite brake system. Furthermore, the entire outer skin of the S-Class, including the roof and the front end of the body, is made of aluminium. Installing a spare wheel recess made of carbon fibre, a material used in Formula 1, reduces the weight by a further four kilograms. The S 63 AMG also leads the way when it comes to power-to-weight ratio, boasting a figure of 3.49 kg/hp, resulting in effortlessly superior performance. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h takes 4.0 to 4.4 seconds, depending on model variant, and the top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
The models at a glance:
| S 63 AMG Short wheelbase |
S 63 AMG Long wheelbase* |
S 63 AMG 4MATIC Long wheelbase |
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| Displacement | 5461 cc | 5461 cc | 5461 cc |
| Output | 430 kW at 5500 rpm |
430 kW at 5500 rpm |
430 kW at 5500 rpm |
| Max. torque | 900 Nm at 2250-3750 rpm |
900 Nm at 2250-3750 rpm |
900 Nm at 2250-3750 rpm |
| Fuel consumption NEDC combined |
10.1 l/100 km | 10.1 l/100 km | 10.3 l/100 km |
| CO2 emissions | 237 g/km | 237 g/km | 242 g/km |
| Kerb weight (according to EC) | 1970 kg** 2045 kg*** |
1995 kg** 2070 kg*** |
1995 kg** 2070 kg*** |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h |
4.4 s | 4.4 s | 4.0 s |
| Top speed | 250 km/h**** | 250 km/h**** | 250 km/h**** |
* Only available as right-hand drive;** Ready-to-drive condition (Fuel tank filled 90%, without driver and luggage); *** Kerb weight (fuel tank 90% full, with driver (68 kg) and luggage
(7 kg));**** Electronically limited
In terms of maximum output and fuel consumption, the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine remains the most efficient series-produced V8 engine of all. With an output of 430 kW and a torque of 900 Nm, the AMG eight-cylinder unit from the BlueDIRECT engine family (in-house designation M 157) outperforms all comparable engines. The fuel consumption of the new S 63 AMG is 0.4 litres per 100 kilometres lower than that of the predecessor model, even though the engine output has been increased by up to 30 kW. The range-topping eight-cylinder model already meets the requirements of the EU6 emissions standard, which is due to come into force in 2015.
Technical highlights of the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine:
•Direct petrol injection with piezo injectors
•Biturbocharging
•All-aluminium crankcase
•Four valves per cylinder with camshaft adjustment
•Air-to-water intercooler
•Efficient cooling of engine oil, engine water and transmission oil
•Lightweight composite oil pan
•Alternator management
•ECO start/stop function