Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic
₹1,45,00,000
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Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance vs Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
4MATIC Plus vs Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic: side-by-side India matchup with full specs and features.
Same body type (Sedan)
Same powertrain (PHEV)
27.3% price gap between these trims
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic is priced lower
Quick summary
Price and classification for the selected trims
| Spec |
Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance
4MATIC Plus
|
Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV
Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic
|
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹1,90,90,909 | ₹1,45,00,000 |
| Variant | 4MATIC Plus | Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | AMG C 63 S E Performance | AMG E53 PHEV |
| Body type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Powertrain | PHEV | PHEV |
| Engine / battery | 1991 cc | 2999 cc |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) | Automatic (TC) |
| Fuel type | Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) | Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) |
| Primary specs | 1991 cc · Automatic (TC) · Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) | 2999 cc · Automatic (TC) · Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) |
| Price difference Gap ₹45,90,909 · 27.3% | Higher | Lower |
Full specifications
All published specs for these variants · differences highlighted
| Specification | Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance 4MATIC Plus | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Engine/Battery/Motor Performance | ||
| Fuel Type | Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine Type | 2.0-litre turbo | 3.0L turbocharged inline-6 PHEV |
| Engine | 1991 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC | 2999 cc, 6 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC |
| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 469 bhp @ 6750 rpm (Max Power), 201 bhp (Motor) | 577 bhp (Combined Engine & Motor), 442 bhp (Engine), 161 bhp (Motor) |
| Max Torque (Nm@rpm) | 545 Nm (Max Torque), 320 Nm (Motor) | 750 Nm |
| Turbocharger/ Supercharger | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 | BS6 Phase 2 |
| Battery | 400 V | Lithium Ion, 21.2 kWh |
| Electric Motor | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (One Motor Each on Front and Rear Axle) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors |
| Top Speed | 280 kmph | 250 kmph |
| Acceleration | 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds (claimed) | 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds (claimed) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Chassis Type | Not specified | Unibody/Monocoque Frame |
| Capacity & Dimensions | ||
| Length *Width *Height | 4842 mm * 2033 mm * 1458 mm | 4965 mm * 2065 mm * 1472 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 1472 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 2165 kg | 2390 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 litres | 60 litres |
| Doors | 4 Doors | 4 Doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 6.5 metres | 6.2 metres |
| Gross Weight | Not specified | 2920 kg |
| Tyre & Wheels | ||
| Wheels | Alloy Wheels | Alloy Wheels |
| Front Tyres | 265 / 35 R20 | 20 |
| Rear Tyres | 275 / 35 R20 | 20 |
| Tyres | Radial - Tubeless Tyres | Not specified |
| Passive Safety (Airbags, NCAP Ratings, etc.) | ||
| Second Row Middle Seat Safety | Rear Middle Head Rest & Rear Middle Three Point Seatbelt | Not specified |
| Brakes | ||
| Brakes | Disc (Front & Rear) | Not specified |
| Doors, Mirrors & Wipers | ||
| Interior Door Handles Finish | Chrome | Not specified |
| Exterior Door | Body Coloured Door Handles | Body Coloured Door Handles |
| Fuel Fillers Lid | Not specified | Capless |
| Storage | ||
| Bootspace | 280 L | 370 L |
| Seating & Ergonomics | ||
| Rear Passenger Seat Type | Bench | Bench |
| Infotainment & Entertainment | ||
| Antenna | Roof-Mounted Antenna | Not specified |
| Instrument Cluster | ||
| Fuel Consumption | Average Fuel Consumption & Distance to Empty | Not specified |
| Overview | ||
| Fuel Type | Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Transmission | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears, Paddle Shift, Sport Mode | Automatic (TC) - 9 Gears |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seats and 2 Rows | 5 Seats and 2 Rows |
| Dimensions | ||
| Boot Space | 280 L | 370 L |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 4842 x 2033 x 1458 mm | 4965 x 2065 x 1472 mm |
| Height | 1458 mm | 1472 mm |
| Length | 4842 mm | 4965 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2865 mm | 1472 mm |
| Width | 2033 mm | 2065 mm |
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 1991 cc | 2999 cc |
| Specifications | ||
| Power | Not specified | 255 hp |
| Battery Charging & Range | ||
| DC Fast Charging | Not specified | 10-80 % : 20 mins, 60 kW charger |
| AC Fast Charging | Not specified | 0 - 100 % : 2 hrs 15 mins, 11 kW charger |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | Not specified | Double-wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | Not specified | Multi-link |
| Advanced Suspension Features | Not specified | No |
| ADAS & Active Safety | ||
| ADAS | Not specified | Level 2 |
Features & equipment
Present / absent across these trims · never invented
| Feature | Mercedes-Benz AMG C 63 S E Performance 4MATIC Plus | Mercedes-Benz AMG E53 PHEV Performance Edition Plug-in Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) Turbo Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Yes | 8 Airbags (Driver, Front Passenger, 2 Curtain, Driver Knee, Driver Side, Front Passenger Side, Front Centre) |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| EBD | Yes | Not available |
| Brake Assist | Yes | Not available |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Yes | Not available |
| Blind Spot Monitor | Yes | Not available |
| ISOFIX | Yes | Yes |
| Child Lock | Yes | Not available |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Sensing Door Lock | Yes | Yes |
| NCAP Safety Rating | Yes | Not available |
| TPMS | Yes | Not available |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | Not available |
| Emergency Brake Light Flashing | Yes | Yes |
| Seatbelts | Not available | Yes |
| Driver Attention Warning | Not available | Yes |
| Exterior | ||
| Auto High Beam | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Headlights | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Height Adjuster | Yes | Not available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Yes | Not available |
| Follow Me Home Headlights | Yes | Not available |
| Body-Colored Bumpers | Yes | Yes |
| Heated Side Mirrors | Not available | Yes |
| Body Kit | Not available | Not available |
| Infotainment | ||
| Touchscreen Display | Yes | Not available |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Yes | Digital Instrument Cluster with Adjustable Cluster Brightness |
| Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Navigation | Yes | Not available |
| Wireless Charger | Yes | Not available |
| Heads-Up Display | Yes | Yes |
| Gesture Control | Not available | Not available |
| Trip Meter | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort | ||
| Heater | Yes | Not available |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Not available |
| Push Button Start | Yes | Not available |
| Seat Material | Yes | Yes |
| Third Row Seats | Not available | Not available |
| Armrest | Yes | Yes |
| Steering Wheel Controls | Yes | Not available |
| Cabin Boot Access | Not available | Not available |
| Front Seatback Pockets | Yes | Not available |
| Headlight Ignition Reminder | Yes | Not available |
| Central Locking | Not available | Yes |
| Rear Folding Seats | Not available | Not available |
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