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Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance - Conquering the hill

Some believe that the highly controversial Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance has lost its soul, but we can assure you that its performance isn't lacking! Watch as we race it at the Simola Hillclimb to test its mettle.

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Our third video in the Simola Hillclimb adventure sees us take to the hill in the all-new yet-to-be-released Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance for the first time. This was the first opportunity for the South African public to see the new W206 Mercedes-AMG C63 in the metal. Furthermore, it was entered into the prestigious Simola Hillclimb event, where it would go up against some serious machinery in the Road and Supercar category.

Related: Mercedes-AMG C63 S E Performance (2024) - Suited for Simola?

Watch as Chad tries to tame the 500 kW and 1020 Nm while managing the electric boost function, all while navigating the numerous twists and turns of the Simola hill in Knysna, Western Cape. Find out all about the technical info on this new C63 S here!




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Author - Chad Lückhoff

Written by Chad Lückhoff

Chad is a former motorsport commentator, technical editor, and has an unhealthy obsession with 90s Japanese sports cars. He is happiest when surrounded by drift cars and smoking tyres. As comfortable in front of the camera as he is behind it, he’ll take you behind the wheel with his video reviews, written recounts, and invoking photography. One of the first to join the AutoTrader fray, Chad has been living his passion at AutoTrader for over 11-years.Read more