The 2026 Mercedes-Benz AMG® S 63 E PERFORMANCE Sedan near Scottsdale

The automotive world is currently enjoying a unique moment: the 2026 model year vehicles are already arriving in showrooms, and Mercedes-AMG® has just dropped a bomb on the performance luxury segment. Forget everything you thought you knew about the S-Class; the new 2026 Mercedes-AMG® S 63 E PERFORMANCE Sedan is not just an upgrade—it’s a complete transformation, blending executive comfort with Formula 1-derived hybrid power. Join Mercedes-Benz of Scottsdale in Scottsdale, AZ, as we celebrate this pinnacle of comfort and performance.

The Electrified Heart of a Beast

The headline number is impossible to ignore: a colossal 791 horsepower and 1,055 lb-ft of torque. This makes the E PERFORMANCE model the most potent S-Class ever produced. How did AMG® achieve this? By perfectly integrating their legendary Handcrafted 4.0L V8 biturbo engine with an electric motor unit (EDU) mounted on the rear axle.

This P3 plug-in hybrid architecture is straight out of the Mercedes-AMG® Formula 1 playbook. The electric motor, which contributes 188 hp, provides an instantaneous boost and fills in any gaps in the V8’s power delivery. The result is neck-snapping acceleration, launching this full-size luxury sedan from 0 to 60 mph in a mere 3.0 seconds** (U.S. estimate). This isn't just fast; it’s supercar territory, all while providing the option for a limited range of pure electric driving for a quiet exit from the neighborhood.

A Cabin Where Luxury Meets the Track

Inside, the S 63 E PERFORMANCE spares no expense. The cabin is lined with AMG® Nappa leather and features Active Multicontour Seats with multi-zone massage functions. The technology is centered around the MBUX infotainment system, displayed on a gorgeous 12.8-inch OLED central screen, which features AMG®-specific performance displays like race timers and hybrid power flow.

It is a true dual-purpose machine—a cocoon of comfort with climate-controlled seats, ambient lighting, and world-class sound, that can transform instantly into a potent driving tool with the flick of the steering wheel-mounted drive mode selector.

Redefining Ride and Handling

In the past, fitting an S-Class with AMG® power meant making a significant compromise on ride comfort. That is no longer the case. The S 63 E PERFORMANCE uses an arsenal of sophisticated chassis technology to ensure it remains a sublime S-Class when you want it to.

The key features are:

AMG® RIDE CONTROL+ Suspension: This adaptive air suspension uses sophisticated twin-valve dampers that can instantly adjust to road conditions, offering a massive difference between the velvety soft "Comfort" mode and the firm, responsive "Sport+" setting.
Active Roll Stabilization: Integrated into the suspension to virtually eliminate body roll in high-speed cornering while decoupling for exceptional comfort on straight roads.
Active Rear-Axle Steering: A crucial component; this steers the rear wheels up to 3 degrees. At low speeds, this effectively shrinks the wheelbase for incredible maneuverability and easier parking. At high speeds, it virtually lengthens the wheelbase, providing rock-solid stability.