Just one version of the E63 is available, the E63 S. The supercar-slaying luxury sedan is fitted with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, a nine-speed automatic gearbox, and a switchable all-wheel-drive system as standard. The 603 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque that the engine produces, along with launch control and Merc’s ferociously fast gearbox allow for 0-60 mph sprints in 3.3 seconds, with a top speed of 155 mph. Nappa leather upholstery, dual 12.3-inch displays, navigation, and a 13-speaker Burmester sound system are standard, as is smartphone connectivity, wireless charging with NFC pairing, voice control, ambient lighting, and a set of 20-inch wheels. Options include multi-spoke wheels, AMG Performance front seats, tri-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, soft-close doors, a head-up display, and a Wi-Fi hotspot with TuneIn Radio.
Choosing your packages and options should be a carefully considered process, as it's not difficult to spend over $40,000 on additional equipment. Among the things we've found most useful and interesting is the Driver Assistance package. If you spec this on the regular seats (which you should, as the $2,500 Performance seats are too rigid and stiff), you get a host of semi-autonomous driving aids as well as Pre-Safe Impulse Side. This feature can inflate the seat on the side closest to an impact to help minimize the force transferred by a side-impact collision. The entire suite of aids adds $2,250 to your starting price. Three-zone climate control costs $760 and is available as a standalone option, while the 23-speaker Burmester audio upgrade with "3D surround sound" costs $4,550. A heated steering wheel is just $250, but adding heating for the rear seats, front armrests, and steering wheel will cost a total of $1,300.