Mercedes-AMG C
About the Mercedes-AMG C
Last updated Jun 07, 2024The new four-cylinder 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance has been priced for Australia, and rings up at $187,900 before on-road costs. That’s $19,724 more expensive than the old V8-powered C63 sedan.
The 2024 Mercedes-AMG C43 4Matic Sedan will retail for $134,900 before on-road costs, $21,324 above where the old V6 C43 retailed for
Despite swapping a twin-turbo V8 for a turbocharged four-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain for the C63, power is up by 125kW and torque by 420Nm. The C43 has also ditched the V6 and gone with the same four-cylinder without the electric assistance, which sees power up 13kW up but 20Nm down on the old V6.
You can read more about the C63’s mechanicals in our deep dive on the powertrain and on the battery. We’ve also published our launch review of the C63.
| Fuel Efficiency | 6.1 - 10.7 L / 100km |
|---|---|
| ANCAP Rating | 5-star |
| Warranty | 5 years |
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The 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance comes standard with the following equipment:
- Rear-axle steering
- Drift Mode
- AMG high-performance composite brake system
- 6-piston fixed front calipers
- 1-piston floating rear calipers
- Digital Light headlights with adaptive high-beam
- 11.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Satellite navigation
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Panoramic sunroof
- Head-up display
- Burmester 3D surround sound system
- Power-adjustable front AMG sport seats
- Heated front seats
- Ambient lighting
- Wireless phone charger
- Satellite navigation with augmented reality
- AMG Track Pace package
- Semi-automatic parking assist
Over and above the C300, the AMG C43 adds:
- Mercedes-AMG interior
- AMG seats in Artico leatherette and Microcut suede
- Silver-coloured aluminium gearshift paddles
- ARTICO leatherette dashboard, beltline upholstery
- AMG sport pedals
- AMG floor mats
- Illuminated door sills with AMG lettering
- AMG rotary steering wheel controls
- Mercedes-AMG exterior including AMG body styling
- Quad rounded exhaust tips
- Electrically-adjustable front seats with Memory Package
- 20-inch AMG light-alloy wheels
- Heated front seats
- Panoramic sliding sunroof
- MBUX Infotainment, incl. LINGUATRONIC, touchscreen
- AMG Performance Sound
- Head-up Display
- URBAN GUARD vehicle protection Plus
- Augmented reality for navigation
- Suspension with Adaptive Damping system, rear-axle steering
- Burmester 3D surround sound system
- AMG Exterior Night package
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How it Drives
The C63 S E Performance mates a 350kW/545Nm turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine with a rear-mounted 150kW/320Nm permanently excited synchronous electric motor and a 6.1kWh lithium-ion battery.
Total system outputs are 500kW of power and 1020Nm of torque.
There’s a nine-speed multi-clutch automatic transmission and a two-speed transmission and LSD unit, and drive is sent to all four wheels.
Mercedes-AMG claims a 0-100km/h time of 3.4 seconds.
Mercedes-AMG C Safety Rating
Standard safety equipment includes:
- Adaptive cruise control with stop/go
- Autonomous emergency braking
- Pedestrian/cyclist detection
- Junction assist
- Blind-spot monitoring
- Lane-keep assist
- Traffic sign recognition
- Safe exit warning
- Surround-view camera
- 10 airbags
Mercedes-AMG C Options
Options for the C43 include:
- Performance Ergonomic Package: $5200
- AMG Performance steering wheel in Nappa leather
- AMG Track Pace
- AMG Performance Front Seats (same as C 63)
- Red contrast stitching.
- DIGITAL LIGHT Package: $2400
- Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus
The C43 is available in the following colours at no cost:
- Polar White
- Graphite Grey Metallic
- High-tech silver Metallic
- Mojave silver Metallic
- Obsidian black Metallic
- Selentite grey Metallic
- Sodalite blue Metallic
- Spectral blue Metallic
Mercedes-AMG C Warranty
MERCEDES-AMG suggests that owners service their 2024 MERCEDES-AMG C every 12 months or 20,000km, whichever comes first.
The 2024 MERCEDES-AMG C has a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Mercedes-AMG C Boot Space
It has 280L of boot space.
Mercedes-AMG C Fuel Economy
Mercedes-AMG claims the C63 can run on pure electric power for up to 15km.
Local ADR combined cycle fuel economy figures aren’t available, but it uses a claimed 6.9L/100km on the WLTP cycle.
The battery can be charged using the 3.7kW onboard AC charger.
Depending on the variant, view the 2024 MERCEDES-AMG C fuel usage below.
All Highway, City, and Combined figures below are litres per 100km
| Variant | Series | Style | Fuel Type | Highway | City | Combined | E10? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 4MATIC MHEV EDITION R | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 9.1 | - |
| 43 | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 9.5 | - |
| 43 4MATIC MHEV | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 9.1 | - |
| 43 | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 10.0 | - |
| 63 S | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 10.3 | - |
| 63 S E PERFORMANCE MHEV | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | - | - | 6.1 | - |
| 63 S E PERFORMANCE F1 ED MHEV | W206 | 4D SEDAN | PREMIUM UNLEADED/ELECTRIC | - | - | 6.1 | - |
| 63 S | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 10.7 | - |
| 63 S FINAL EDITION | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 10.3 | - |
| 63 S FINAL EDITION | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | PREMIUM UNLEADED PETROL | - | - | 10.7 | - |
Mercedes-AMG C Dimensions
The C63 S E Performance measures 4842mm long, 2033mm wide (including the mirrors), 1458mm tall and rides a 2875mm wheelbase.
Kerb weight is 2165kg – around 400kg more than its predecessor. The battery weighs 89kg.
Depending on the variant, the 2024 MERCEDES-AMG C measures as below.
| Variant | Series | Style | Length (mm) | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Wheelbase (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 4MATIC MHEV EDITION R | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | 4784 | 1824 | 1441 | 2865 |
| 43 | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | 4708 | 1810 | 1410 | 2840 |
| 43 4MATIC MHEV | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | 4784 | 1824 | 1441 | 2865 |
| 43 | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | 4708 | 1810 | 1413 | 2840 |
| 63 S | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | 4750 | 1877 | 1402 | 2840 |
| 63 S E PERFORMANCE MHEV | W206 MY24.5 | 4D SEDAN | 4842 | 1900 | 1474 | 2875 |
| 63 S E PERFORMANCE F1 ED MHEV | W206 | 4D SEDAN | 4842 | 1900 | 1474 | 2875 |
| 63 S | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | 4751 | 1877 | 1411 | 2840 |
| 63 S FINAL EDITION | C205 MY23.5 | 2D COUPE | 4750 | 1877 | 1402 | 2840 |
| 63 S FINAL EDITION | A205 MY23.5 | 2D CABRIOLET | 4751 | 1877 | 1411 | 2840 |
The 2024 MERCEDES-AMG C has a braked towing capacity of 1800kg and an unbraked towing capacity of 750kg.
Mercedes-AMG C Market Fit
The Mercedes-AMG C is categorised as a MEDIUM FROM 60K and has a price range of $112,600 to $237,469.
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