Officially Official: 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate
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Since the info was leaked over the weekend, there's not much new to report about the C 63 AMG wagon. There are, however, high-res shots of the warp drive-equipped station wagon available now, and they're in the attached gallery.
In case you missed it over the holiday weekend, here's a rundown on the essentials:
AMG 6.2L V8 producing 457 horsepower/442 lb-ft
Paddle-shift equipped 7-speed automatic
0-62 mph (100 km/h) in 4.6 seconds
155 mph top speed (electronically limited)
Full AMG appearance package inside and out
Up to 53 cubic ft of cargo space
One-touch opening and closing tailgate
European market launch in beginning of 2008
Price (inc. VAT): €69,853
Hopefully it doesn't just stay in Europe, because this is one trick 'lil wagon. We'll get plenty of live shots and provide first-person impressions for you when it's unveiled next week in Frankfurt. Mercedes' full press release is included after the jump.
PRESS RELEASE: The new Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate
Unique high-performance estate Affalterbach – Following in the Saloon's footsteps, the C 63 AMG Estate is now also due to be launched. Under the bonnet with its distinctive power domes, the AMG 6.3-litre V8 engine delivers effortless acceleration. The high-revving naturally aspirated engine sets the benchmark in this segment with its maximum output of 336 kW/457 hp at 6800 rpm and maximum torque of 600 Nm at 5000 rpm. The unique high-performance estate accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds; top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).
Power is transferred by the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC. Equipped with AMG steering wheel gearshift paddles and the three driving modes "C", "S" and "M", the seven-speed automatic transmission delivers a decidedly sporty or comfort-focused ride depending on the driver's tastes. The automatic throttle-blipping function when downshifting is another innovation. In conjunction with the all-new front axle, the AMG speed-sensitive sports steering and the new 3-stage ESP, the AMG sports suspension provides maximum driving pleasure and superb driving dynamics. The AMG high-performance braking system with large internally ventilated and perforated disc brakes all round provides optimum stopping power even during particularly dynamic driving. The standard specification includes 18-inch five-spoke AMG light-alloy wheels with 235/40 R 18 (front) and 255/35 R 18 (rear) wide-base tyres. 19-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels shod with 235/35 R 19 (front) and 255/30 R 19 (rear) tyres are available as an option.
Design and appointments: more distinctive than ever The design and appointments on the new C 63 AMG Estate are comfortably on a par with the sophisticated technology. The top-of-the-line AMG eight-cylinder model has been differentiated more clearly than ever from the series-production C-Class: typical hallmarks of the brand come in the shape of AMG bodystyling, the bonnet with power domes, the distinctive AMG radiator grille, the flared front wings, the AMG rear apron with its black diffusor insert and the AMG sports exhaust system with two sets of chromed twin tailpipes. The interior feel is dominated by the distinctive AMG sports seats with integral head restraints, the three-spoke AMG performance steering wheel with its flat underside and small 365-millimetre rim, and the tube-style AMG instrument cluster with its AMG-specific main menu. As an alternative to the standard-fit aluminium trim elements, AMG carbon trim can also be ordered as an option for the C 63 AMG Estate.
Largest load compartment in its class with up to 1500 litres The load capacity of the C 63 AMG Estate ranges from 485 to 1500 litres (VDA measuring method) depending on the position of the 1/3:2/3-split rear seat backrests which can be folded forwards. No other car in the premium estate segment of this vehicle class can match this capacity. Standard equipment includes bag hooks and four anchoring lugs to secure the load, side stowage compartments with covers, a collapsible shopping crate as well as a combined luggage cover and retaining net. The new EASY-PACK tailgate opens and closes at the push of a button. The market launch of the C 63 AMG Estate is scheduled for the start of 2008; sales price incl. 19% VAT is EUR 69,853.
The wagons ought to have the Star on the hood not the grille.
Good heavens, what is coming next?
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i wonder who buys AMG wagons...i agree with cascade, while i love the new c class i reckon the star on grill should only be placed on 2 door coupes...i guess i'm biased cos i have a sec..haha...i'm looking foward to the new clk though!
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