2008
Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG (W204)
The W204 C 63 AMG used a hand-built 6.2L naturally aspirated V8 — the M156 — that remains one of the greatest modern AMG engines. Its sonorous exhaust note and 451 hp delivered performance that embarrassed cars costing twice the price.
Performance Saloon
Shared Parts
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 6.2L M156 DOHC V8 (naturally aspirated) |
| Displacement | 6,208 cc |
| Horsepower | 451 hp @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 600 Nm @ 5,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 7-Speed AMG Speedshift MCT |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline (Premium) |
| Fuel Economy | 13.5 L/100km combined |
| 0–60 mph | 4.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h (limited) |
| Length | 4,591 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm |
| Height | 1,426 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,760 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,715 kg |
| MSRP Range | $58,400 (2008 US) |