MotorWeek – 2016 Mercedes-Benz C63 S Sedan Review – Video

MotorWeek test and review featuring the 2016 Mercedes-Benz C63 S Sedan.

2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 S Specs:

PRICE AS TESTED: $91,080 (base price: $72,825)

ENGINE TYPE: twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection

Displacement: 243 cu in, 3982 cc
Power: 503 hp @ 6250 rpm
Torque: 516 lb-ft @ 1750 rpm

TRANSMISSION: 7-speed dual-clutch automatic with manual shifting mode

DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 111.8 in
Length: 187.2 in
Width: 72.4 in Height: 56.1 in
Passenger volume: 95 cu ft
Cargo volume: 13 cu ft
Curb weight: 3939 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 4.1 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 9.1 sec
Zero to 130 mph: 15.9 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 4.3 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 2.4 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 2.8 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 12.2 sec @ 116 mph
Top speed (governor limited, mfr’s claim): 180 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 147 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.98 g

FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 18/25 mpg
C/D observed: 17 mpg