Mercedes-AMG is updating its S-Class Coupes and Cabriolets with a host of technical and visual highlights. The new-design front end is dominated by the Panamericana radiator grille, which now gives the two- door, luxury-class Performance vehicles an even more independent look. In the AMG S63 Coupe and Cabriolet, the Handcrafted AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo engine with twin-scroll turbochargers and cylinder deactivation (Coupe) supersedes the previous 5.5L V8 biturbo.
At the same time with the new eight-cylinder Coupe and Cabriolet, the top-of-the- range twelve-cylinder S65 Coupe and S65 Cabriolet are given a visual update with the Panamericana radiator grille. The Handcrafted AMG 6.0L V12 biturbo engine retains its output of 621 hp and delivers a maximum torque of 738 lb-ft. The AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9G transmission is also new to the Coupe and Cabriolet, as is the fully variable all-wheel drive system AMG Performance 4MATIC+.
The new AMG S-Class Coupes and Cabriolets are instantly identifiable from the front thanks to the AMG Panamericana radiator grille: the V-shaped cooling air intake harmoniously follows the lines of the headlamp housings and is subdivided by chromed, vertical struts. The front bumper resembles a hovering jet wing and is painted in the same color as the vehicle. It is flanked by two large outer air inlets, which are outlined in high-gloss black. The three-dimensional front splitter with its aerodynamically shaped high-sheen chrome edge reduces uplift at the front axle. The side skirts with three-dimensional inlays in high-sheen chrome give the Coupe and Cabriolet a lower-slung look and generate even more tension in the flanks.
Hallmark features of the AMG S-Class models are the large forged light-alloy wheels, measuring 19 inches as standard on the S63 Coupe and Cabriolet and 20 inches on the S65 Coupe and Cabriolet. The exclusive forged wheels on the V12 Coupes and Cabriolets have an unusual and fascinating design: each of the 16 spokes twists in a special way so that the light-catching contours radiate to the center of the wheel hub. The effect: The wheel appears larger than its actual dimensions of 8.5 J x 20 at the front and 9.5 J x 20 at the rear. In addition, the ceramic mirror polishing ensure an exclusive look.
As standard, the forged wheels feature a high-quality, bolted and fully integrated wheel bolt cover made of forged aluminum. Its shape is reminiscent of a center lock as seen in motorsport. The AMG logotype is incorporated into the rim as two design variants also painted matt black with a high-sheen rim flange. The powerful rear end of the S63 and S65 features an updated rear bumper with diffuser insert and the redesigned, model-specific twin tailpipes of the AMG exhaust system.
New and exclusive additions to the Coupe and Cabriolet are the OLED ("organic light-emitting diode") taillamps. OLEDs are characterized by their thin-film design, which allows curved surfaces to be created, resulting in totally new light designs. A total of 66 OLEDs (33 left and 33 right) produce an unmistakable light signature, which is combined with a Coming Home function. Other stand-out features of the AMG S-Class Coupes and Cabriolets include the numerous high-sheen chrome design elements (S65) on the front, sides and rear. These are particularly effective in combination with dark paint colors.
