The new Mercedes-AMG C63 S has come to market but can its 4-cylinder mild-hybrid powertrain compete against the instantaneous acceleration of the new Volvo EX30 electric car? We lined these 2 cars up on the drag strip to find answers! Watch the video!

Today’s drag race is a battle between EV and petrol power (augmented by battery power).

The new Mercedes-AMG C63 S takes on the lightning-fast Volvo EX30 which costs less than half the list price of the Merc C63 AMG.

Can the Mercedes-AMG put down all 500 kW and 1020 Nm of torque without wheel-spinning and losing time on the launch? The Volvo makes do with just 315 kW and 543 Nm but it’s lighter and able to launch like a rocket. Let’s see who wins this battle of EV vs ICE.

Watch the video!

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