2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG Trim Overview

The 2011 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG sport sedan continues to rule the C-Class roost, thanks to its beefy 6.3-liter V8 engine, which puts out 451 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. The V8 mates to an AMG SpeedShift Plus seven-speed automatic transmission with four-mode operation (Comfort, Sport, Sport Plus, and Manual settings), and drives the sport sedan from 0 to 60 in just 4.3 seconds. The big V8 requires premium fuel and manages fuel economy numbers of 12/19 mpg. Mercedes equips the C63 AMG with an AMG high-performance braking system and AMG-designed sports suspension, featuring AMG shock absorbers and stabilizers. The C63 AMG also comes equipped with an AMG sports exhaust system with dual chromed tailpipes. Electronic stability control, traction control, and antilock brakes with brake assist all come standard. The C63 AMG rides on 18-inch light-alloy AMG wheels with a high-sheen finish.

The C63 AMG receives a mid-generation exterior refresh for 2011, which includes a more aggressive front end with a wide chrome-barred grille, reshaped bumpers, and dark-tinted front headlights and foglights. A reshaped hood with dual power domes, lateral air intakes, side skirts, a rear spoiler and apron, a rear diffuser, and LED taillights are among the other exterior features. Inside, standard features include Nappa leather upholstery, Black Birdseye Maple wood trim, and heated front sport seats with side bolsters and power adjustment. The AMG-designed instrument cluster features AMG lettering and a night-time design. Other standard features include dual-zone climate control and an eight-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and 5-inch color display. Options include a navigation system with Zagat guides and a Harman Kardon surround-sound audio system.