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New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 680hp hybrid with technology transfer from Formula 1

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The new Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE hybrid (combined fuel consumption, weighted: 6.9 liter turbo engine that is mounted longitudinally at the front; this is the most powerful production four-cylinder in the world. The electric powertrain and the high-performance battery with 400 volts are AMG-exclusive, in-house developments.

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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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Development of the lithium-ion energy storage system began in 2016 and was inspired by technologies that have proven themselves in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. The most noteworthy innovation is the electric exhaust-gas turbocharger—realized for the first time in a production vehicle.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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The first performance hybrid from Mercedes-AMG—AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE—is entering series production for the European market, drawing upon technologies from Formula 1. The RSG is particularly responsive because it is integrated into the 400-volt high-voltage electrical system.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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The tailpipes terminate in the upper part of the rear end immediately above the engine; no other production vehicle uses this solution. Race Hybrid. Race Hybrid is the mode for maximum performance and an especially sporty driving style. Tailpipe terminate in upper part of rear end. Click to enlarge.

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