New Mercedes-AMG S 63 Ditches Plug-in Hybrid, Returns to 4.0L V8 Power

Recently, overseas media revealed a set of spy photos showing the new Mercedes-AMG S 63 undergoing road testing. The upcoming model will abandon its plug-in hybrid powertrain and instead return to the classic 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine to reinforce its high-performance identity. Although the test vehicle remains heavily camouflaged, its overall silhouette retains the luxurious styling of the current S-Class, with possible sportier tweaks to certain details. As AMG’s flagship sedan, the S 63’s return to this iconic powertrain is seen as a renewed focus on driving excitement and the brand’s performance heritage. Official specifications and launch timing have not yet been announced, but the change has already drawn significant attention from performance car enthusiasts.