Industry insiders suggest that a new model, expected to be named the AMG C53, will take their place as the brand repositions its performance sedans
Mercedes-Benz is reportedly preparing to overhaul its AMG offerings for the C-Class as part of an upcoming mid-cycle facelift, with plans to retire both the C43 and C63 variants. for a new era.
Speculation about the C53’s power output places it between the current AMG C43 and C63 models. While exact figures remain unconfirmed, expectations point to an engine delivering more than the 416 horsepower of the C43, but less than the 671hp offered by the plug-in hybrid C63. Comparisons are being drawn to the CLE53, which utilizes the same engine and delivers around 443hp.
The decision to potentially retire the plug-in hybrid system from the AMG C-Class could be linked to weight concerns. The current C63, burdened by hybrid components, has a curb weight exceeding 2,100kg. By eliminating the plug-in hybrid elements while using a more powerful six-cylinder engine, the C53 could offer improved agility and a more dynamic driving experience, appealing to a broader enthusiast base.
Further confusion emerged following a separate report published by Autocar, which claimed that while the four-cylinder engine may be phased out, the AMG C63 could persist in a different form, potentially using a plug-in hybrid version of the inline-six. The contradictory nature of these reports underscores the uncertainty surrounding Mercedes-AMG’s future direction.
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