2017 New York Auto Show: Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 And GLC 63 Coupe Revealed

Powering the new Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe is AMG's 4.0-litre twin turbo V8 engine that produces 469bhp and 650Nm of torque in the GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe.

The S variants of both the SUVs get and uprated version of the same engine which produces 503bhp and 700Nm of torque.

Power is sent to all four wheels through a 9-speed automatic gearbox and Merc's 4Matic four-wheel drive system which is biased towards the rear.

Both SUVs also feature four different driving modes in the base trim: Comfort, Eco, Sport and Sport Plus. The S variants of the GLC 63 and the GLC 63 Coupe get a fifth driving mode: Race. In Eco mode, both performance SUVs have a coasting function that activates on trailing throttle at speeds between 60km/h and 160km/h in Eco mode.

The standard Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe sit on 19-inch alloy wheels that are shod with 235/55 front and 255/50 rear tyres. The more powerful S variants sit on 20-inch alloys shod with 265/45 and 295/40 profile tyres. Also available as an option are 21-inch alloy wheels.

Aesthetically, the AMG-tuned GLC twins sport feature the new Panamericana grille seen on the AMG GT R, along with aggressive front and rear bumpers, side skirts and a new spoiler at the rear.

At launch, an Edition 1 model of both the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 and GLC 63 Coupe will be available. The Editon 1 adds the night package with black details on the car's exterior, matte black 21-inch alloy wheels and a spoiler. The interiors feature Nappa leather, a performance steering wheel and carbon fibre.