Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 and GLC 63 transfer TECHNOLOGY from F1 to the FIELD

Model offer Mercedes-Benz GLC they are now supplemented by striking AMG-badged versions. The newcomers got it names AMG 43 4Matic in AMG 63 SE Performance, which will be launched in the coming months, and promise even more performance than previous models. And without the V6 or V8 engines.

If you don't want really crazy performance, you might like it too AMG 43 4Matic, which combines a 2,0-liter four-cylinder with 421 hp and 500 Nm with a mild hybrid system that briefly provides an additional 14 hp and 150 Nm of torque. The internal combustion engine is equipped with an electric turbocharger that can reach up to 175.000 rpm and takes advantage of the team's experience in Formula 1. Mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission GLC 43 AMG 4Matic accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4,8 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 250 km/h.

Gallery: Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4Matic

It's above him AMG 63 SE Performance. Here, the power of the same M139 engine is increased to 476 hp and 545 Nm and combined with a battery with a capacity of 6,1 kWh and an electric motor with a power of 204 hp in the rear, which together provides 680 hp and 1.020 Nm of maximum torque. In this way, the GLC sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in 3,5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 275 km / h (even in this case, the limit is set by electronics). The range in electric mode is 12 kilometers, with the possibility of charging the battery with alternating current of up to 3,7 kW.

Both models GLC AMG enable the selection of driving modes AMG Dynamic Select (five in the 43 model and eight in the 63 model), which change the responsiveness of various vehicle parameters in real time, such as the operation of the ESP, the operation of the steering mechanism and the stiffness of the suspension.

Suspension is also available AMG Ride Control with adaptive dampers that can be adjusted separately in three modes: Comfort, Sport in Sport +. Another important feature that is only available in the model 63 SE Performance, Yippee Active ride control. It is a sophisticated system of stabilizers and electronic actuators that stabilizes the vehicle in turns and reduces body roll. The steered rear wheels also contribute to better cornering, which steer up to 100° in the opposite direction up to a speed of 2,5 km/h (0,7° in the opposite direction at higher speeds).

In addition to significant technical changes compared to the standard model, both AMG models have of course also its external image. Both GLC models feature a special radiator grille design, larger air intakes and a more aggressive front bumper sill. He dominates at the back large diffuser, in which both exhaust pipes are installed (round in the model 43 and trapezoidal in the model 63).

AMG models are fitted with Arctic leather seats and Microcut AMG microfiber covers, while the leather hood and seats AMG Performance available as an option. AMG Performance steering wheel is available in nappa leather for the 43 model, and in a combination of nappa and microfiber for the 63 model.

MBUX infotainment system it includes various AMG-specific displays, and the instrument cluster also sports graphics that show different engine, steering and suspension settings. And if that's not enough, the 63 is standard (and the 43 is optional) equipped with the system AMG track pace, a virtual assistant that records more than 80 parameters on the track, such as speed, acceleration and steering angle, measures lap and sector times and offers advice on how to improve them.