While Merc's change of heart regarding AMG's top powertrains is welcome, there's an audible twist coming that old-school V8 lovers might not like

Mercedes-AMG has confirmed an all-new mild-hybrid version of its iconic V8 will be found in the upcoming CLE 63 set to debut later this year. This decision comes after the current C63's four-cylinder plug-in hybrid has absolutely failed to resonate with customers,

After flirting with a 4-cylinder plug-in hybrid powertrain for some of its 63-series models, Mercedes-Benz AMG now looks to be returning to a V-8.

Enthusiasts cried foul after the Mercedes-AMG C63 downsized from a twin-turbocharged, 4.0-liter V8 to a hybrid system built around a 2.0-liter turbo-four. Executives initially replied with “deal with it,

AMG has played with smaller engines in the recent past, controversially swapping the V8 out of the C63 for a four-cylinder powerplant. Downsizing is a common trend nowadays in the auto industry, but it was received with varying degrees of love from the brand's faithful as they yearned for that V8 grit.

Mercedes-Benz looks set to backflip on its controversial decision to offer the Mercedes-AMG C63 exclusively with a downsized four-cylinder plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain after all.

Mercedes AMG C63 facelift will make a V8 engine comeback in 2026, making the traditional burbling sounds we love from the exhaust. Tap for performance and other details.