Hybrid Mercedes-AMG C63 to be dropped, replaced by 6-cylinder C53 News February 16, 2026 Fareq Irfan As reported by Car and Driver, Mercedes-AMG CEO, Michael Schiebe, has confirmed the removal of the 2.0-litre inline-4 turbocharged plug-in hybrid powertrain for the Mercedes-AMG C63 from production, and to replace it with a mild-hybrid inline-six powertrain from the existing 2026 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53. ...