This gallery features blue 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ SUVs from the X253 series. The AMG exterior is defined by the vertical-bar Panamericana grille, enlarged front air intakes, flared wheel arches, a roof spoiler and a rear diffuser with four exhaust outlets.

The black AMG multispoke wheels have contrasting rim edges. The close-up shows a 21-inch wheel with a 265/40 ZR21 tyre, together with an AMG carbon-ceramic brake disc and gold caliper.

The GLC 63 S uses a 4.0-litre biturbo V8 rated at 375 kW (510 PS) and 700 Nm.

Mercedes-AMG factory specifications

Blue 2018 Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S X253 SUV with Panamericana grille and black AMG wheels, front three-quarter view

Blue Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S X253 with black front splitter and AMG multispoke wheels

Blue Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S X253 SUV with red brake calipers, opposite front three-quarter view

Front view of blue Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S with vertical-bar Panamericana grille

Blue GLC 63 S X253 with black 21-inch AMG wheels and gold brake calipers, low front three-quarter view

Side profile of blue Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S X253 SUV with black wheels and tinted rear windows

Rear view of blue Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S X253 with roof spoiler, diffuser and four exhaust outlets

Close-up of black 21-inch AMG wheel, 265/40 ZR21 tyre and gold carbon-ceramic brake caliper

Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S engine bay showing the 4.0-litre biturbo V8 and engine-builder plaque