2024 Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance has been unveiled with a plug-in hybrid

Mercedes-AMG has launched the SL63 S E Performance, the fifth addition to Mercedes-AMG’s E performance lineup. It retains the SL63’s 4-litre V8 biturbo engine but adds the AMG electric drive unit to make this the most powerful SL ever. The drop-top roadster also gets AMGs active ride control suspension, rear-wheel steering, and the biggest brakes of any ICE powered AMG as standard.

2024 Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance exterior design

The SL63 S E Performance carries over the styling of its lesser siblings but gets red badging at the rear and an E Performance badge to indicate its hybrid powertrain. There's an integrated plug-in charging port under the tail light and blacked-out quad exhausts. The flagship SL rides on 20-inch AMG light-alloys with the option to upgrade to 21-inch. The ‘Manufaktur’ programme gives access to a range of modifications and optional exterior packages including various paint schemes. There is also an active rear-spoiler that can be deployed in one of five positions to increase downforce or reduce drag.

2024 Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance interior design

Inside the cabin, there are carbon trim pieces on the door panels and the dashboard, which features the 11.9-inch vertical infotainment system that debuted on the S-class. The MBUX contains numerous AMG and hybrid-specific displays. The ‘Manufaktur’ upholstery is a combination of Nappa leather with microcut fibre and contrasting top stitching in yellow or red. The Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance retains the 2+2 seating layout, and optional AMG performance seats are available with integrated headrests, ventilation openings and three massage functions. 

2024 Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance engine and features

 The Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance is powered by a 4-litre V8 biturbo at the front and a plug-in hybrid motor at the rear that produces a combined output of 816bhp and 1420Nm of torque, mated to a 9-speed multi-clutch transmission. The SL63 S E Performance starts up silently in the comfort mode, but an artificial AMG start-up sound is pumped into the interior via the integrated speakers. The 4Matic+ equipped SL63 S E Performance accelerates from 0-100kmph in 2.9 seconds and tops out at 317kmph. It also gets AMG active ride control suspension with active roll stabilisation and rear-axle steering as standard equipment. The battery offers a capacity of 6.1kWh, 70kW (94bhp) continuous power and 150kW (201bhp) peak power with an EV driving mode available with a range of up to 13km. The battery regeneration gets four settings with the strongest one allowing ‘one-pedal’ driving. The driver can also choose between eight AMG driving modes ranging from ‘electric’ to ‘race’. The SL63 S E Performance comes with the largest brakes of any ICE powered AMG’s, featuring carbon ceramic brake discs and 6-piston bronze coloured brake calipers.

The SL63 S E Performance will take on the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet. The Mercedes-AMG SL63 S E Performance will be launched in 2024 but the official dates and prices for the launch haven’t been unveiled as of now.