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Mercedes-AMG V8 engine rollout and strategic expansion

Overview

In late July 2026, Mercedes-Benz announced a new 4.0-liter flat-plane crank V8 that debuted in the updated S-Class S580, delivering up to 530 hp and 750 Nm of torque. The company indicated that the engine would be evaluated for use in the long-awaited C63 sedan and E63 station-wagon, with a possible plug-in hybrid variant to meet emissions targets.

A week later, the brand unveiled two production models built around high-output versions of the same V8 architecture. The GT 63 Pro was presented with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 producing 604 bhp and 850 Nm, paired with a nine-speed MCT and all-wheel drive. The G 63 off-road SUV was also highlighted, featuring a 585-ps, 850 Nm V8, permanent four-wheel drive and a luxury interior.

By early August 2026, AMG CEO Michael Scheibe confirmed a strategic reversal of recent downsizing trends, announcing that the division is doubling down on combustion engines. New V8-powered models are expected to arrive before the end of 2026, beginning with SUVs such as the GT SUV. High-performance variants of the GT SUV are anticipated, including a GT 55 4matic+ producing 816 hp and a potential AMG GT 63 4matic+ capable of 1,169 hp. Production for these models is slated for Sindelfingen, Germany, utilizing axial flux motors from Berlin-Marienfelde and batteries from Webasto.

Entities

BMW · Webasto · Mercedes‑AMG · Mercedes‑AMG GT 63 Pro · Mercedes‑AMG G 63

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Mercedes-AMG to reintroduce V8 engines in new models by 2026

    Mercedes-AMG is reintroducing V8 engines to its lineup by late 2026, starting with high-performance SUVs like the GT SUV, marking a strategic shift back toward combustion-driven performance.

  2. 13 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Mercedes‑AMG rolls out high‑output GT 63 Pro and showcases G 63 performance

    Mercedes‑AMG unveiled the GT 63 Pro with 604 bhp V8 and highlighted the G 63 SUV’s 585 ps V8, both featuring nine‑speed gearboxes and all‑wheel drive.

  3. 20 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Mercedes-Benz Prepares New V8 Engine for C63 Sedan and E63 Wagon

    Mercedes‑Benz’s new flat‑plane 4.0 L V8, first in the S580, is slated for the C63 sedan and E63 wagon, marking the start of an AMG V8 return, according to board member Mathias Geisen.

Sources

autocar.jp · automesseweb.jp · bmwblog.com · evoindia.com · jesmb.de · tuningblog.eu

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