Elite Traveler Fall 2023

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Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance Edition 1 There’s always been a particular feeling when sliding into an S-Class. Bestriding two jobs, being engaging to drive and to be driven in, Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance continues the dual service lineage. As one of the luxury car brands leading the electri fi cation charge, Mercedes-Benz continues to be unafraid of experimentation. Under the hood, a handcrafted, AMG, 4.0-liter, V8 bi-turbo engine remains up front, while a 188 hp electric motor and high performance battery sit at the rear axle. At 791 hp, Mercedes-Benz states that this car is the most powerful S-Class to date. In true brand style, the company also notes that “the focus of the powertrain is less on electric range and more on best-in-class performance… The development of the lithium-ion energy storage system is inspired by technologies that have proven themselves in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid race cars.” Edition 1, a limited launch version of the Mercedes AMG S 63 E Performance, showcases a speci fi cpaint color, Manufaktur Alpine Grey Uni, as well as AMG’s exterior night package, which darkens all of the exterior chrome elements. Behind the 21-inch, cross-spoke forged wheels is AMG's high-performance ceramic braking system, while inside black Nappa leather is contrasted with red stitching. Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance Edition 1 from $230,000, mercedes-benz.com

NEED TO KNOW With a now legendary appearance at the Spa 24-hour race 52 years ago, the S-Class brought near immediate fame to the relatively unknown AMGbrand