Since the legendary 'Hammer' of 1986, the E-Class with its superior engine has been one of the central models that form the brand core of Mercedes-AMG.

In the latest generation Mercedes-AMG E63, the sporty vehicle dynamics are combined with considerably more comfort, and supplemented by an extensive design update - the central cooling air inlet in the completely restyled front section is significantly larger than before and now also bears the AMG-specific radiator grille. 

Together with the flatter all-LED multibeam headlamps, the model's characteristic wheel arches flared further outwards and the rounded-fit bonnet with powerdomes, a completely new, considerably more dynamic appearance is created.

The reshaped front apron in a jet-wing design with three large, functional air intakes and front splitter influences the overall vehicle proportions and also significantly reduces lift at the front axle.

Designers and aerodynamics experts worked closely together during development. Their insights not only resulted in the striking AMG bodystyling but also in the optimised aerobalance - for agile handling characteristics on country roads and optimum driving stability at high speed on the motorway. The aerodynamics experts were also able to reduce the wind resistance even further.

Two new, flatter taillights, now with two sections, immediately catch the eye on the tail end of the Saloon. They now extend into the boot lid, where they are visually linked with a trim strip in high-gloss chrome on the top.

On the Estate, this trim strip extends even further up to the end of the outer rear lamps. The reshaped rear apron emphasises the broad effect on the Saloon and Estate and also has a positive effect on aerodynamics.

The interior is also thoroughly enhanced - the Widescreen Cockpit, the new AMG Performance steering wheel and the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system with AMG-specific functions and displays underscore its membership of the AMG family.

With a distinctive twin-spoke design and seamlessly integrated buttons the new AMG Performance steering wheel creates an even closer link between human and machine. The cover is selectable in leather, in Dinamica microfibre or as a combination of leather and Dinamica microfibre.

In the steering wheel rim, there is also a sensor mat to detect 'hands-on'. If the driver does not have their hands on the steering wheel for a certain time, a warning cascade is started, which finally activates Emergency Brake Assist if the driver continues to be inactive.

The AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine in the E63 S 4MATIC+ continues to achieve 603bhp and a maximum torque of 850Nm. The E63 4MATIC+ base model has an output of 563bhp and 750Nm torque. The S version of the Saloon completes the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, and in 3.5 seconds as the base variant. The values for the Estate are 3.5 seconds for the S version and 3.6 seconds for the base variant.

The E63 S is the only car in its competitive segment that is fitted with dynamic engine mounts. They solve the conflicting goals of achieving as soft a connection as possible to the powertrain for high comfort and as rigid a connection as possible for optimum driving dynamics.The dynamic mounts are quickly and variably able to adapt their stiffness to the driving conditions and requirements. 

All E63 variants are equipped with the AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive as standard. This intelligent system combines the advantages of different drive concepts - torque distribution on the front and rear axles, which is fully variable for the first time, ensures optimum traction on any surface.

The performance model can thus be driven in a continuously variable way from traction-oriented all-wheel drive to purely rear-wheel drive, which makes it all the more possible to drift. The Drift Mode integrated into the S-Models as standard can be activated in the 'Race' drive program using the shift paddles, provided that Electronic Stability Program is deactivated and the transmission is in manual mode.