The P3 concept makes it possible to boost electrically at full torque across the entire rpm range.Several other advantages of the P3 system as a Performance hybrid (according to Mercedes): The result: 1,055 lb-ft of system torque. As it is positioned behind the transmission, the torque of both drive units can be fully utilized. The advantage of this EDU position, says Mercedes, is a bypassing of the V8’s nine-speed transmission. The high-performance battery is also located in the rear above the rear axle. The 188 hp electric motor is positioned at the rear axle, where it is integrated with an electrically shifted two-speed transmission and the electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential to form a compact electric drive unit (EDU), the whole kaboodle generally referred to as a P3 hybrid setup. The S 63 Performance E’s P3 hybrid system However, the electric driving sound can also be experienced at higher speeds, the driver merely pushing a button - identified by the frequency wave symbol - on the steering wheel. The system is active up to approximately 30 km/h, fading out above that. Interestingly, when driving in Electric mode, the S 63 E’s Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System issues a low-frequency and speed-modulated sound outside - the sound can also be heard at a subdued level inside as “acoustic feedback” for the passengers. Picture our normally grim hero smiling at his new ride. Picture Jason Statham’s Frank Martin (aka The Transporter) in a new installment of the action-adventure franchise. Standard systems such as the AMG Ride Control+ suspension, AMG Active Ride Control roll stabilization and rear-axle steering (a maximum of three degrees) ensured phenomenal grip, seemingly shrinking the four-door to a more manageable size as sweepers, hairpins and blind corners were tackled with delicious abandon. This positioning of the electric motor imbues the S 63 E with a more ideal weight balance, aiding the 5.3-metre-long sedan’s agility, which was fully explored on Malibu’s numerous and snaky canyon roads. With 791 hp of system output and 1,055 lb-ft of system torque, the sedan sets new standards in the segment.Ģ024 Mercedes-AMG S63 E Performance Photo by Brian Harper Article contentĪs might be expected, the focus of the hybrid powertrain is less about electric range - just 33 km using European standards (your mileage may vary) - and more about best-in-class performance. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
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