Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupé

Editorial

The Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupé represents the last era of the large eight-cylinder C-Class: the W205 generation (2015–2023) was the final C63 with a V8 under the hood, with the next generation switching to a four-cylinder hybrid. Within the AMG coupé lineup, the C63 occupies the niche of a compact rear-wheel-drive sports car — not the flagship, but the most accessible entry into the world of German twin-turbo V8s.

The headline act here is the engine: a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 delivers an almost instant punch in the mid-range with no letup at the top end. The car's character is explosive but not vicious: the chassis is fluid and progressive, the coupé happily steers on the throttle and lets you meter out slides if you ask it to, and if you don't, it stays composed. The signature loud exhaust is a source of pleasure in its own right — it's a big part of why this unit in the fleet is loved. Among the generation's recognized weaknesses, reviews cite the steering: light through the first degrees of turn-in, it doesn't build weight right away, but you get used to it within the first hour.

The particular value of this specific format lies in the body: the two-door C63 is noticeably rarer than the sedan, sits lower and wider, and from a collector's-potential standpoint, the "last V8" coupé is historically more interesting than the mass-market versions.

In Detail

The unit in the VertexRent fleet is a 2019 model year (per registration documents), W205 generation, gray body, coupé with five seats. The powertrain is a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 476 hp, with rear-wheel drive (RWD). The factory electronic limiter is 250 km/h; for this specific unit a figure of 305 km/h with the limiter removed is claimed — confirm the current status at the time of booking.

In practical terms, this means the C63 is equally suited to test-driving a twin-turbo legend on the hot secondary market and to a dramatic weekend outing — a loud coupé with five seats rarely combines emotion and practicality in equal measure. Current rental rates by rental period, the deposit amount, and the mileage limit are listed in the "Sazby" block and in the facts card on this same page.

Equipment includes a modern infotainment system with smartphone support, comfortable sport seats, and driver-assistance and parking systems. Five seats in a coupé are a rarity for the segment: the rear row is built for real passengers, not just as a formality, which makes the C63 more practical than many rivals in its genre.

Mercedes-AMG C63 vs Audi R8 — twin-turbo V8 classic against a naturally aspirated supercar

The C63 is old-school German tuning: rear-wheel drive only, a loud twin-turbo V8 only, maximum character per kilometer at one of the more accessible rates in this segment of the fleet. The Audi R8 is a mid-engine supercar with a naturally aspirated 570-hp V10 — a different league both in price and in rarity, as naturally aspirated supercars simply aren't made anymore. The difference in character is fundamental: the C63 can be used every day, the R8 is an event. For those choosing between "accessible V8 enjoyment" and a "supercar experience," it's worth trying both cars back to back.

What to check behind the wheel if you're considering buying a C63

Check for compatibility with the car's character. Feel the V8's response at city pace: the pulling power arrives early and immediately, and metering the throttle on Prague's wet cobblestones takes some getting used to — it's part of everyday life with a rear-wheel-drive AMG. Assess the exhaust's volume on a morning start and over a long drive: what's exhilarating on a Saturday shouldn't be exhausting on a Tuesday. Check fuel consumption at your real-world pace — the V8 is generous with more than just emotion. Put passengers in the coupé's rear seats and confirm the "five seats" format works for your scenarios. And be sure to let the car speak on an empty country road — the engine's mid-range is exactly what people buy the C63 for.

Suggested Route

The V8 coupé calls for a southwestern direction, upstream along the Vltava. The classic choice is Orlík Castle and Zvíkov Castle at the confluence of the Vltava and Otava rivers: hour-long stretches on empty back roads with rhythmic sequences of corners, where the V8's mid-range unfolds legally and enjoyably. From there, if you like, continue to Písek with its stone bridge, the oldest in the Czech Republic. It's worth budgeting the standard daily mileage limit around the compact part of the route, with some margin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pick up the Mercedes-AMG C63 right at the airport?

Yes, the car can be delivered anywhere in Prague, including Václav Havel Airport. The exact time and place of handover are agreed upon when the booking is confirmed.

What's the top speed of the Mercedes-AMG C63 in the fleet?

According to the editorial material about this car, the electronic limiter has been removed, and the top-speed ceiling on paper is 305 km/h. The live site's listing export, however, shows a more conservative figure of 250 km/h (the factory standard) — the discrepancy is a technical one, so confirm the current figure at the time of booking.

How does the Mercedes-AMG C63 differ from the Audi R8 in the same fleet?

The C63 is a rear-wheel-drive coupé with a twin-turbo V8 producing 476 hp, at one of the more accessible rates in this segment of the fleet. The Audi R8 is a mid-engine supercar with a naturally aspirated 570-hp V10, a different league in terms of price. The former is accessible V8 enjoyment for every day; the latter is an event.

Is the C63 suitable for daily driving, not just weekends?

Yes, unlike many cars in the fleet's top segment, this is a full coupé with four seating positions and a trunk typical for the class — fuel consumption and suspension firmness are higher than a regular sedan's, but overall the car handles the role of a primary vehicle well, if you're willing to live with a sportier seating position.

Can this car be driven outside the Czech Republic?

Yes, subject to arrangement with the manager — this rule applies to the entire VertexRent fleet with no model-specific exceptions. For a cross-border trip the deposit is doubled from the standard amount (the current figure is in the facts block on this same page). On unrestricted sections of the German Autobahn there's an opportunity to feel the twin-turbo V8's dynamics free of city limits — but the exact top-speed figure for this unit isn't confirmed consistently (see the question above), so it's worth calibrating your expectations on the numbers in advance.