Mercedes-AMG C43 and SL43 Quietly Get More Power

2 months ago - 19 October 2024, motor1
Mercedes-AMG C43 and SL43 Quietly Get More Power
There's now a rear-wheel-drive E-Class, too.

Mercedes is transitioning its portfolio to the 2025 model year in the United States where there are a bunch of notable changes. Even though it hasn't been around for that long, the controversial AMG C-Class lineup is already getting a few updates. The C43 and C63 now have a third generation of the MBUX infotainment and a center airbag between the front seats. More importantly, there are hardware upgrades for both.

The 2025 Mercedes-AMG C43 uses an uprated version of the turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine. The four-pot mill now makes 416 horsepower, an increase of 14 hp. Torque remains unchanged, at 369 lb-ft. The preceding version took 4.6 seconds to 60 mph, but the sports sedan now does the job in 4.3 seconds. Step up to the full-fat C63 S and you can have optional ceramic composite brakes for superior stopping power.

Mercedes is transitioning its portfolio to the 2025 model year in the United States where there are a bunch of notable changes. Even though it hasn't been around for that long, the controversial AMG C-Class lineup is already getting a few updates. The C43 and C63 now have a third generation of the MBUX infotainment and a center airbag between the front seats. More importantly, there are hardware upgrades for both.

The 2025 Mercedes-AMG C43 uses an uprated version of the turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline engine. The four-pot mill now makes 416 horsepower, an increase of 14 hp. Torque remains unchanged, at 369 lb-ft. The preceding version took 4.6 seconds to 60 mph, but the sports sedan now does the job in 4.3 seconds. Step up to the full-fat C63 S and you can have optional ceramic composite brakes for superior stopping power.