News of a twin-turbo V8 engine returning to the Mercedes-AMG C63 and E63 has, unfortunately, been greatly exaggerated. Despite the fever pitch of excitement surrounding a report that V8 power will be offered in both models again by 2026, Mercedes-AMG CEO Michael Schiebe has now categorically shot down the rumor.According to an "employee familiar with product development," the V8 will not return in the C63 and E63, calling the original report as "pure nonsense." Consequently, the flagship C-Class is expected to retain the plug-in hybrid four-cylinder setup while the range-topping E-Class will also be bitten by the downsizing …The most powerful AMG C-class, the C63, traded the V-8 for a hybridized turbo four, and the next top-of-the-line E-class, the upcoming E63, will make do with an inline-six plug-in-hybrid setup.
Do Mercedes still make C63 : It's official – the 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 has swapped twin-turbo V8 rear-drive power for four-cylinder plug-in hybrid technology.
Is AMG getting rid of V8
Sadly, the V8 is dead in these two cars. The Drive talked with the AMG CEO and he revealed the 4.0-liter engine won't be returning. In an interview during the Monterey Car Week, Michael Schiebe did not hesitate to "definitely deny" rumors about the C63 and E63 reverting to V8 power.
Why are V8s being discontinued : Ford Mustang still offers a n/a V8. The Dodge Charger/Challenger n/a V8's were discontinued. But last year's models with a V8 are still available at most Dodge dealers. Milage and emissions regulations are the reason for their being mostly discontinued.
But while the V8 engine has evolved to create ever more power, and even relatively clean exhaust emissions, it can't keep pace with the aggressive fuel efficiency and CO2 regulations staring down the auto industry.
Ford Mustang still offers a n/a V8. The Dodge Charger/Challenger n/a V8's were discontinued. But last year's models with a V8 are still available at most Dodge dealers. Milage and emissions regulations are the reason for their being mostly discontinued.
Will the 2026 C63 have a V8
Won't require significant alterations. It's not just about the raw power this engine is planned to be in harmony with eu7 emission standards. Can you believe it might also have hybrid assistance.Two independent sources that spoke to CAR say that the famed V8 engine, which currently delivers 831bhp in the AMG GT63 S E-Performance and 791bhp in the S63, will return to the high-performance AMG C and E models from 2026.Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Gone is the old twin-turbo V-8 engine from the last-generation C63 and in its place is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
Look out for the stunning 2024 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE in dealerships next year.
Are V8s going extinct : Major automakers like Dodge, Jeep Ram, and Chrysler have announced they will end production of their V8 engines by the end of 2023. However, Land Rover is going against the grain with their recent announcement of the Defender 130 V8.
Is a V8 worth it : Advantages of a V8 engine
More power also means quicker acceleration and speed. If you prefer a performance vehicle with more power, endurance, and an exceptional feeling off-road, the V8 engine is a great fit.
Is RAM killing the hemi
The departure of the Ram TRX makes a lot more sense with the 2025 Ram 1500's updates. Ram is replacing the beloved Hemi V8 with its latest-and-greatest 3.0-liter I6 Hurricane engine family.
Rumors claiming that Mercedes-AMG's C 63 and E 63 would again offer a V8 later in the 2020s emerged in August 2023. We've got some bad news if you've started saving up: one of the company's top executives confirmed that an eight-cylinder engine is not coming back.Two independent sources that spoke to CAR say that the famed V8 engine, which currently delivers 831bhp in the AMG GT63 S E-Performance and 791bhp in the S63, will return to the high-performance AMG C and E models from 2026. The engine us currently being modified to meet the EU7 emission norm.
Is there a V12 AMG : All right now on to the quirks. And features the sl65 amg and as you can imagine. There is a lot of cool stuff to discuss. But let's just start with the coolest.
Antwort Why is Mercedes not making V8? Weitere Antworten – Is Mercedes bringing back the V8
News of a twin-turbo V8 engine returning to the Mercedes-AMG C63 and E63 has, unfortunately, been greatly exaggerated. Despite the fever pitch of excitement surrounding a report that V8 power will be offered in both models again by 2026, Mercedes-AMG CEO Michael Schiebe has now categorically shot down the rumor.According to an "employee familiar with product development," the V8 will not return in the C63 and E63, calling the original report as "pure nonsense." Consequently, the flagship C-Class is expected to retain the plug-in hybrid four-cylinder setup while the range-topping E-Class will also be bitten by the downsizing …The most powerful AMG C-class, the C63, traded the V-8 for a hybridized turbo four, and the next top-of-the-line E-class, the upcoming E63, will make do with an inline-six plug-in-hybrid setup.
Do Mercedes still make C63 : It's official – the 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63 has swapped twin-turbo V8 rear-drive power for four-cylinder plug-in hybrid technology.
Is AMG getting rid of V8
Sadly, the V8 is dead in these two cars. The Drive talked with the AMG CEO and he revealed the 4.0-liter engine won't be returning. In an interview during the Monterey Car Week, Michael Schiebe did not hesitate to "definitely deny" rumors about the C63 and E63 reverting to V8 power.
Why are V8s being discontinued : Ford Mustang still offers a n/a V8. The Dodge Charger/Challenger n/a V8's were discontinued. But last year's models with a V8 are still available at most Dodge dealers. Milage and emissions regulations are the reason for their being mostly discontinued.
But while the V8 engine has evolved to create ever more power, and even relatively clean exhaust emissions, it can't keep pace with the aggressive fuel efficiency and CO2 regulations staring down the auto industry.
Ford Mustang still offers a n/a V8. The Dodge Charger/Challenger n/a V8's were discontinued. But last year's models with a V8 are still available at most Dodge dealers. Milage and emissions regulations are the reason for their being mostly discontinued.
Will the 2026 C63 have a V8
Won't require significant alterations. It's not just about the raw power this engine is planned to be in harmony with eu7 emission standards. Can you believe it might also have hybrid assistance.Two independent sources that spoke to CAR say that the famed V8 engine, which currently delivers 831bhp in the AMG GT63 S E-Performance and 791bhp in the S63, will return to the high-performance AMG C and E models from 2026.Engine, Transmission, and Performance
Gone is the old twin-turbo V-8 engine from the last-generation C63 and in its place is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder.
Look out for the stunning 2024 Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE in dealerships next year.
Are V8s going extinct : Major automakers like Dodge, Jeep Ram, and Chrysler have announced they will end production of their V8 engines by the end of 2023. However, Land Rover is going against the grain with their recent announcement of the Defender 130 V8.
Is a V8 worth it : Advantages of a V8 engine
More power also means quicker acceleration and speed. If you prefer a performance vehicle with more power, endurance, and an exceptional feeling off-road, the V8 engine is a great fit.
Is RAM killing the hemi
The departure of the Ram TRX makes a lot more sense with the 2025 Ram 1500's updates. Ram is replacing the beloved Hemi V8 with its latest-and-greatest 3.0-liter I6 Hurricane engine family.
Rumors claiming that Mercedes-AMG's C 63 and E 63 would again offer a V8 later in the 2020s emerged in August 2023. We've got some bad news if you've started saving up: one of the company's top executives confirmed that an eight-cylinder engine is not coming back.Two independent sources that spoke to CAR say that the famed V8 engine, which currently delivers 831bhp in the AMG GT63 S E-Performance and 791bhp in the S63, will return to the high-performance AMG C and E models from 2026. The engine us currently being modified to meet the EU7 emission norm.
Is there a V12 AMG : All right now on to the quirks. And features the sl65 amg and as you can imagine. There is a lot of cool stuff to discuss. But let's just start with the coolest.