Mercedes-Benz has just launched the AMG GLE 63 S Coupe in India, with prices starting from Rs 2.07 crore (ex-showroom, India). The new Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe sits at the top of the GLE range and is the 12th AMG model from the company in India. This comes just a month after Mercedes launched the AMG E53 and E63 S, testifying the brand’s commitment to its AMG offensive strategy for India.
- Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe uses a 612hp, 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine
- First AMG V8 model in India to get EQ boost tech
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: what’s under the hood?
This being a high-performance AMG model, let’s start off with what’s under the hood. The AMG GLE 63 S Coupe is powered by AMG’s full-fat 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged petrol V8 engine paired with a 48V starter-alternator. In this top-spec 63 S guise, this engine produces 612hp and 850Nm of peak torque. This engine also features active cylinder deactivation tech that shuts down four cylinders when the engine is under less load or in ‘Comfort’ mode.
This is also the first AMG V8 model to feature a 48-volt EQ Boost hybrid system. This mild-hybrid tech supplies an extra 22hp and 250Nm when required. The powertrain comes mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Power is sent to all four wheels via Mercedes’ 4Matic all-wheel drive system with variable torque distribution. Mercedes-AMG claims a 0-100kph time of 3.8sec and a top speed of 280kph for the GLE 63 S Coupe. It gets seven drive modes, including a Race drive mode that exclusive to 63 S variant.
The GLE 63 S Coupe gets air suspension as standard and even gets an active-roll stabilization system based on 48-volt technology. Mercedes claims the system not only improves handling by reducing body roll when cornering, but it also improves ride comfort by balancing out one-sided road bumps. In fact, body movements can be actively and optimally adapted to the driving mode.
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: exterior design
AMG has redesigned the GLE 63 S Coupe in line with its sibling, the GLE 53 Coupe, adding a bespoke grille and a restyled front end with a large splitter finished in silver chrome and gaping black air intakes. Compared to the standard GLE, this range-topping version differentiates itself with its chrome-finished ‘Panamerica’ grille and raised ‘powerdomes’ in the bonnet.
The GLE 63 S Coupe sports a steeper windscreen and rear window rake to account for that beautiful sloping roofline. At the rear, the 63 S gains a black performance-style rear diffuser over the standard GLE Coupe, which houses a bespoke AMG twin-exit exhaust system. The GLE 63 S Coupe rides on 22-inch alloy wheel as standard.
Mercedes-AMG 63 S Coupe: interior design
The cabin of the GLE 63 S Coupe is quite similar to the standard GLE; in fact, you’d be hard pressed to find differences. Both have the same dashboard layout that’s dominated by two 12.3-inch screens (for the infotainment and the instrument cluster) and a raised centre console with integrated grab handles.
However, the cabin does distinguish itself with certain AMG-specific elements over the standard GLE. It gets an AMG-spec three-spoke steering wheel, aluminum shift paddles, AMG-specific Nappa leather wrapped seats and several AMG badges all over the interior. Mercedes is also offering a wide range of interior trim elements for further individualization of the interior. Customers can even opt for optional AMG trim elements in carbon fibre.
Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe: rivals in India
The Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe takes on the likes of the Lamborghini Urus, Porsche Cayenne Turbo and the Audi RS Q8 in India.