There may be one variant lacking from the CLE lineup: the CLE 63. With the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 providing simply 443 horsepower, that’s definitely not the most effective AMG can do. That’s why a good hotter coupe is coming—however it gained’t be a correct CLE 63, will probably be one thing much more particular.
The “exceptionally excessive Mercedes‑AMG” will nonetheless bear a resemblance to the present CLE, the automaker stated earlier this 12 months when it teased the coupe. It seems like what you count on for a correct AMG CLE 63, with the Panamericana grille, an aggressive decrease grille opening, and quad exhaust ideas.
The massive wing on the again is the giveaway that that is one thing extra, however how way more is the query. The brand new AMG is anticipated to pack a roaring V8 delivering round 650 hp, however we must look ahead to all the main points.
Till then, we peel again the camouflage to offer a peek on the new coupe. That is every part we find out about Mercedes’ new “excessive” AMG.
What Will Mercedes Name It?
When Mercedes teased its new, “excessive” AMG earlier this 12 months, it prevented calling it the CLE 63. The one factor the automaker stated concerning the automotive was that it might be “based mostly on the favored CLE.”
Mercedes made no point out of the title, going so far as captioning the automotive within the press photographs as an “Uncompromising AMG.” The automaker did reveal that the automotive can be the second Mythos collection mannequin after the AMG PureSpeed, which Mercedes had based mostly on the SL, so the automotive will seemingly have a really distinctive title.
Mythos is Mercedes’ ultra-luxury low-volume sub-brand that launched in 2022. The automaker restricted PureSpeed manufacturing to simply 250 examples.
What Will It Look Like?
Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 Rendering By Motor1
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The teaser photos Mercedes launched earlier this 12 months present a wonderful take a look at the automotive’s styling, which incorporates outstanding AMG options just like the grille and exhaust, however the automaker nonetheless coated the automotive in camouflage.
Our rendering highlights the coupe’s finer styling particulars, such because the dive planes on the entrance bumper and the aggressive aspect skirts. There are vents on the entrance fenders and on the bumper. On the again, between the quad exhaust, there’s a small diffuser, and it’s unattainable to overlook the big wing, which seems adjustable within the teaser photographs.
The official photographs additionally present that the automotive has a roll cage or some type of further bracing the place the rear seats are situated. It’s unclear if that was additional security gear for the cold-weather testing the automotive was present process, or a touch on the automotive’s performance-oriented objective.
Inside, we count on the automotive to retain the CLE inside, together with the big infotainment show, however the cabin ought to function a number of distinctive AMG and Mythos touches. We count on it to be extremely customizable on account of its restricted manufacturing run and heightened exclusivity.
What Will Energy It?
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Mercedes has made no official point out of what is going to energy the warmer CLE, however we doubt will probably be something lower than the twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine. The automaker allegedly deliberate to borrow the four-cylinder plug-in hybrid setup from the C63, however following backlash to that mannequin’s downsized engine, which made 671 hp, Mercedes modified its thoughts.
Rumors counsel the twin-turbo V8 could make as much as 646 hp—203 hp greater than the CLE 53, and that’s all anticipated from the engine. It’s unclear if the automotive will function a mild-hybrid setup which may add extra, however we don’t count on it to come back with a plug.
The engine will seemingly pair with AMG’s nine-speed Speedshift computerized transmission, with the 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system normal.
How A lot Will It Price?
Whereas the 2026 CLE 53 prices $77,650, we count on this CLE-based AMG to begin nicely over $100,000. With a restricted run of simply 30 vehicles, the automotive might price twice as a lot because the 53, perhaps much more. We might not be shocked if it prices over $150,000, and even $200,000.
When Will It Debut?
Mercedes has not stated when it should unveil the brand new AMG, however we count on will probably be quickly. The teaser photos the automaker shared in January confirmed what seemed to be a production-ready coupe.
If we take a look at the PureSpeed, Mercedes unveiled it in Might 2024 forward of summer time exhibits like Goodwood and Pebble Seaside. The automaker might observe an identical schedule with the brand new AMG, so it might probably parade the automotive in entrance of potential shoppers—if it’s not already bought out.
