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There is a lot of conflicting info online regarding curb weights of the sedan and coupe. I've seen everything from 3700lbs to 4200lbs and I don't rely too heavily on manufacturer specs since they are often a bit optimistic. Has anyone actually weighed their C63 Coupe on reliable scales and can chime in with details. I assume there is a negligible difference between pre-facelift and facelift models or between "S" and non-S version, options, etc., so weights on just about any Coupe should be relevant. Thanks for any info you can provide.
Weight of my 2019 C63S Coupe reported to US customs was 1760kg.
That's a perfect example of how hard this is to pin down. That translates to 3,880 lbs. MBUSA website lists curb weight of C63 S at 4,134 lbs and non-S at 4,109 lbs (maybe due to bigger/heavier brake rotors on S ??). BMW lists curb weight of M4 with DCT as 3,685 lbs and most users I know have confirmed 3700 lb range is accurate. The two cars are virtually identical in size (I've checked all the various dimension specs). Based on bigger engine and more "luxury" features I can easily see the C63 being 200 pounds heavier than an M4, and I sort of expected that. But the 450 pounds difference between the weights listed on their manufacturer's websites had me scratching my head. Maybe Benz lists their curb weights with a trunk full of groceries and kids in the back seats. Otherwise I don't see how a C63 weighs 4,134 lbs even with all fluids and gas tank topped off. I will assume that something as official as a customs declaration is pretty accurate and that Benz is being extremely conservative with their specs. If anyone else has officially weighed their car please chime in. Thanks.
Nope. I have the 2020 Order Guide, and the weight is conspicuously missing. Has just about everything else you could possibly want to know EXCEPT the curb weight. Perhaps the 2019 Order Guide had it, but I don't have that. If anybody else does I'm sure that number is still accurate for 2020.
Nope. I have the 2020 Order Guide, and the weight is conspicuously missing. Has just about everything else you could possibly want to know EXCEPT the curb weight. Perhaps the 2019 Order Guide had it, but I don't have that. If anybody else does I'm sure that number is still accurate for 2020.
i only have a 19 sedan guide - but for reference (under specifications page):
Mine is reported as 1840kg/4056.46lbs in the shipping documents. I had about a half tank of fuel left when I dropped it off, and mine is loaded with pretty much all the options, except the HUD, and the CCBs would probably have shaved off a few kg. The issue with manufacturer reported curb weight is that there are several ways to measure it. European curb weights for example include a ~140 lbs average driver (70 something kg, I don't remember the actual figure, but it's around there). US curb weight doesn't include a driver as far as I know, but I don't know if the numbers MB publishes are converted European curb weights or US curb weights. Seems like what we are seeing on the shipping documents is roughly in line with the 2019 DOG. The sedan is reportedly a hair lighter.
Mine is reported as 1840kg/4056.46lbs in the shipping documents. I had about a half tank of fuel left when I dropped it off, and mine is loaded with pretty much all the options, except the HUD, and the CCBs would probably have shaved off a few kg. The issue with manufacturer reported curb weight is that there are several ways to measure it. European curb weights for example include a ~140 lbs average driver (70 something kg, I don't remember the actual figure, but it's around there). US curb weight doesn't include a driver as far as I know, but I don't know if the numbers MB publishes are converted European curb weights or US curb weights. Seems like what we are seeing on the shipping documents is roughly in line with the 2019 DOG. The sedan is reportedly a hair lighter.
Wow. So it really does weigh over 4,000 lbs. I guess I'm a little surprised it's that much heavier than an M4. Those seat belt extenders must have some big motors attached.
Wow. So it really does weigh over 4,000 lbs. I guess I'm a little surprised it's that much heavier than an M4. Those seat belt extenders must have some big motors attached.
It seems that way, but it's also not clear if the driver stays in the car while it's on the scale or if they get out.
Mine is reported as 1840kg/4056.46lbs in the shipping documents. I had about a half tank of fuel left when I dropped it off, and mine is loaded with pretty much all the options, except the HUD, and the CCBs would probably have shaved off a few kg. The issue with manufacturer reported curb weight is that there are several ways to measure it. European curb weights for example include a ~140 lbs average driver (70 something kg, I don't remember the actual figure, but it's around there). US curb weight doesn't include a driver as far as I know, but I don't know if the numbers MB publishes are converted European curb weights or US curb weights. Seems like what we are seeing on the shipping documents is roughly in line with the 2019 DOG. The sedan is reportedly a hair lighter.
Huh, why is your car heavier than mine lol... Shipping company drains the gas before loading to the ship. They can't ship cars with gas in them
was rumored that the coupe shares additionally chassis rigidity from the cab and thus weighs more from that.
Once I get my car, if I'm still curious about this, where can I go to get it professionally weighed? I don't want to invest in scales for a one-shot deal, but I assume there are places that already have them installed and will do this for a small fee. Any suggestions?
Once I get my car, if I'm still curious about this, where can I go to get it professionally weighed? I don't want to invest in scales for a one-shot deal, but I assume there are places that already have them installed and will do this for a small fee. Any suggestions?
many race alignment shops will have corner balancing scales which will easily give you a very accurate measurement
Huh, why is your car heavier than mine lol... Shipping company drains the gas before loading to the ship. They can't ship cars with gas in them
Contraband ....joking aside, I'm guessing additional options? Does yours have the aero package, all the driver assist packages etc. Mine has the carbon exterior bits as well, but not really sure if they are lighter than the gloss black plastic pieces they replace. I also have the performance seats with ventilation.
Contraband ....joking aside, I'm guessing additional options? Does yours have the aero package, all the driver assist packages etc. Mine has the carbon exterior bits as well, but not really sure if they are lighter than the gloss black plastic pieces they replace. I also have the performance seats with ventilation.
Or SuperSwiss's car had a 176lb driver aboard when they weighed it and yours didn't. Lots of variables at play here. I guess when I get my car I'll just have to take it to the local race shop and get it weighed to find out for myself. Still a little surprised at the weight-gain over an M4, but they are very different types of cars despite being what most people would consider direct competitors. Same with the other players in this class the RS5 and RC-F. All four are great cars and would make most enthusiasts very happy, but they are worlds apart in character and strengths/weaknesses. You just pick the flavor that appeals to you most.
It's no secret the W205 coupes are heavier than F82 M4s. Just look at the features the AMGs have that the M4s dont. Pano roof, seat belt extenders, automatic truck closing, Distronic pkg, Parktronic pkg etc etc.
It's no secret the W205 coupes are heavier than F82 M4s. Just look at the features the AMGs have that the M4s dont. Pano roof, seat belt extenders, automatic truck closing, Distronic pkg, Parktronic pkg etc etc.
And still faster being 400lbs heavier.
Good points, not to mention two extra cylinders. Much more "luxury" style features than M4, just surprised at how big the difference is, but I guess when you actually add it all up it makes sense. Sort of confirms the feeling I had on my test drives. Hard to put into words but the C63 feels smoother, more refined, and more planted than the M4 while still being just as fast and even more entertaining.
Or SuperSwiss's car had a 176lb driver aboard when they weighed it and yours didn't. Lots of variables at play here. I guess when I get my car I'll just have to take it to the local race shop and get it weighed to find out for myself. Still a little surprised at the weight-gain over an M4, but they are very different types of cars despite being what most people would consider direct competitors. Same with the other players in this class the RS5 and RC-F. All four are great cars and would make most enthusiasts very happy, but they are worlds apart in character and strengths/weaknesses. You just pick the flavor that appeals to you most.
It's very well established that the C63 and RS5 are essentially 4000lbs cars. They are truer GTs than the M4. Many more creature comforts available for both the C63 and RS5 and the RS5 has a heavy AWD system. The M4 wants to be more of a track car and it compromises as a GT and DD. Practically no driver assist features are available for the M4. I've always found the M3/4 a bit odd. It's not as good of a cruiser, DD, GT as the others, and on the track while better is not as good as a Porsche. Historically, BMW fans get giddy about the track prowess of the M, but few actually take it to the track, so to me the C63 and RS5 are much better overall packages. GTs are traditionally heavy due to the long distance and creature comforts they provide. That's what separates a GT from a pure sports car. The M tries too much to be a sports car, but really isn't.
Contraband ....joking aside, I'm guessing additional options? Does yours have the aero package, all the driver assist packages etc. Mine has the carbon exterior bits as well, but not really sure if they are lighter than the gloss black plastic pieces they replace. I also have the performance seats with ventilation.
Yeah, mine has every single option expect for carbon and performance seats... NYS registration states that the weight of the car is 4040lbs. This is really confusing
With a full tank of gas, all fluids, fully optioned out (MSRP $100k), Car and Driver weighed their 2017 C63S Coupe independently at 4102 lbs.
DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 111.8 in Length: 187.0 in Width: 73.9 in Height: 55.2 in Passenger volume: 86 cu ft Trunk volume: 11 cu ft Curb weight: 4102 lb See specs: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...e-test-review/
Mine weighed 4030 lbs at the drag strip scales with about half a tank of gas (also fully optioned out).
The Coupe has a 17.4 gallon gas tank, and a gallon of gas weighs approximately 6 lbs. So a full tank of gas is 104.4 lbs. Using that math, my Coupe with a full tank of gas would have weighed in around 4082 lbs which is very close to the Car and Driver measured when weighing.
With a full tank of gas, all fluids, fully optioned out (MSRP $100k), Car and Driver weighed their 2017 C63S Coupe independently at 4102 lbs.
DIMENSIONS: Wheelbase: 111.8 in Length: 187.0 in Width: 73.9 in Height: 55.2 in Passenger volume: 86 cu ft Trunk volume: 11 cu ft Curb weight: 4102 lb See specs: https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...e-test-review/
Mine weighed 4030 lbs at the drag strip scales with about half a tank of gas (also fully optioned out).
The Coupe has a 17.4 gallon gas tank, and a gallon of gas weighs approximately 6 lbs. So a full tank of gas is 104.4 lbs. Using that math, my Coupe with a full tank of gas would have weighed in around 4082 lbs which is very close to the Car and Driver measured when weighing.
Thanks for all the info guys. I have my answer. It's a 4,000lb car with minimal fuel onboard, and MB is being very conservative with the official curb weight they list online. Heavier that I expected, but the engine more than makes up for that.
can't agree with you on that one. I am a w205 c63s sedan owner, and I've driven the F80 m3 on the road. The ride quality on the m3 was actually better than I thought, the damping even had less unsettledness than the one on c63s does. I don't have a comment on rs5 since I have not driven it yet, but I just want to say c63 is definitely as uncomfortable if not less comfortable as m3. And interior wise, c63 has way too much ride noise, the interior panel keeps rattling in my car while driving. I guess m3 also has the same ride noise problem but its interior felt to me a lot more solid. Anyways, I still love c63 more, it's the car that speaks more to me, I just wish they can keep making the v8.
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....joking aside, I'm guessing additional options? Does yours have the aero package, all the driver assist packages etc. Mine has the carbon exterior bits as well, but not really sure if they are lighter than the gloss black plastic pieces they replace. I also have the performance seats with ventilation.
