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Mercedes has unveiled the facelifted GLC 63 lineup ahead of the New York Auto Show. Following in the footsteps of the standard models, the crossovers have been equipped with a modestly revised exterior that includes new head- and taillights. Designers also installed larger trapezoidal tailpipes and newly optional 21-inch wheels. Moving into cabin, drivers will find a new AMG steering wheel with Touch Control buttons. The crossovers also have the new MBUX infotainment system as well as updated upholstery. Other highlights include a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, sports seats and aluminum trim. The GLC 63 is powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine that produces 469 hp (350 kW / 476 PS) and 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) of torque. It is paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission which sends power to an AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive system. This enables the crossover to rocket from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 4.0 seconds before hitting a limited top speed of 155 mph (...

Mercedes finally did it, stuffing their sonorous 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 under the hood of the GLC and GLC Coupe. The new 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+ and GLC 63 4MATIC+ Coupé are the first of a new breed of super high-performance mid-sized crossovers, which will compete in the future with BMW’s X3M. The 400hp Porsche Macan Turbo is also on Merc’s radar. Powering this dynamic duo, or rather trio, since the GLC 63 Coupe also comes in a more potent ‘S’ flavor, is AMG’s ever-present 4.0-liter bi-turbo V8 that can be found from the C63 sedan all the way up to the AMG GT supercar. In this application, the handcrafted lump produces 469hp (476PS) with a peak torque of 479 lb-ft (650Nm) in the GLC63 SUV and GLC63 Coupe, and 503hp (510PS) and 516 lb-ft (700Nm) in the GLC63 S Coupe. All models come with an AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 9-speed transmission featuring a start-off wet clutch that replaces a traditional torque converter, sourced from the Mercedes-AMG E63 S. The latter als...