2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 S vs. 2018 Audi RS 5 (Video)
The heated rivalry between these two powerhouses only proves one thing: The Mercedes-AMG C63 S is still the industry’s benchmark.
Life is a heck of a lot more fun when you can have your cake and eat it too. That’s the most apt saying we at MB World could come up with when thinking of the mighty Mercedes-AMG C63 S coupe. The fact that you can have an incredible level of sophistication and luxury combined with thunderous horsepower is our idea of having it all. Not having to choose between convenience, style, or performance is what makes this nameplate so desirable.
But don’t take our word for it, two experts are also weighing in in a new video. Jonny Lieberman from the Motor Trend Channel is joined by his new co-host, the equally popular and knowledgeable Jethro Bovingdon. Together they storm the British countryside in speedy and swanky style. Hint: It’s a heck of an episode!
In one corner is the 2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 S (technically One Edition), and in the opposite corner is the all new 2018 Audi RS5. As you may already know, inside the mighty AMG lays a 4.0-liter V8 Bi-turbo with an outstanding 503 horsepower, making it one of the best engines in any automobile.
For 2018, the Audi RS5 had its high-revving V8 replaced by a 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with only 450 horsepower. The new motor is paired to an eight-speed automatic gearbox, compared to a seven-speed in the Benz. Another key difference between the two is their curb weight, with the Audi clocking in 200-pounds lighter than its competitor.
The 22-minute video will reward you with incredible roads, an incredible testing facility, but more importantly: Two incredible machines in the hands of two incredible journalists. Incredible! If we do say so ourselves, this is a must watch. Enjoy!