THE NEW C63 IS A TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT NO ONE ASKED FOR OR WANTS

EV Channels Review

The new Mercedes-AMG C63 is presented as a technical marvel, boasting a complex hybrid system and a powerful four-cylinder engine. However, the review strongly criticizes this direction, deeming it an "undesirable technical achievement." The host expresses significant disappointment, highlighting a numb steering feel, a firm and uncommunicative brake pedal, and a suspension that feels overly stiff and prone to jarring impacts. While acknowledging the car's immense power (671 hp) and impressive acceleration from a standstill due to its hybrid system, the reviewer notes it's slower in key metrics than less powerful competitors like the M3 CS. The interior, though spacious and featuring nice design elements, is criticized for using hard plastics in lower-trim areas, which feels incongruous with its price point. Ultimately, the C63 is described as lacking the "attitude" and "spice" that defined previous generations, failing to deliver the excitement and driver engagement enthusiasts expect, leading to a conclusion that it's a "technical achievement" that misses the mark for its target audience.