Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S (2025) Price & Specs

The GLC 63 S and 43 will be the flagship performance derivatives of the Mercedes-AMG range. Here’s a first look at what you get, plus just how fast are they?

The Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S will be one of the most powerful SUVs and the good news is that it has touched down in South Africa.

Of course, there are detractors who will continue to moan about the lack of a thundering AMG V8, but they cannot deny the sheer pace of the GLC 63 S. The new model features a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with an electric assist.

Power outputs are 500 kW and 1 020 Nm, and power goes to all four wheels via a 9-speed automatic gearbox. Acceleration from standstill to 100 kph takes just 3.5 seconds and only ends at an electronically governed 275 kph.

Standard kit at this price point is high with adaptive dampers (AMG Ride Control suspension) and rear-wheel steering fitted. The AMG Track Pace data logger is standard and this gives driver performance data to analyse as well the ability to test 0-100 kph and so.

Also available, at a lower price point and less power, is the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43. The GLC 43 has a slightly similar setup, albeit with a smaller turbocharger and this vehicle produces 310 kW and 500 Nm. In terms of performance, Mercedes-AMG says the GLC 43 dashes to 100 kph in just 4.8 seconds and it has all-wheel drive and a 9-speed automatic gearbox.