The Sport Wagon Enthusiast

Kicherer Redeemed—the C63T Supersport

German tuning firm Kicherer is making its name better everyday. Especially after their nastily styled “RStreet” version of Audi’s C6 RS6 Avant, Kicherer can use all the positive press it can get. Fortunately the firm’s most recent project—a tuned 2012 C63 AMG Wagon known as the “C63T Supersport”— is both tastefully styled and properly tuned.

In the power department, the Merc tuner does exceptionally well. Starting with AMG’s de-tuned 457 horsepower 6.3L V8, Kicherer adds nearly 100 ponies with some invasive heart surgery. In addition to an air intake, the firm installed stainless steal headers (exhaust manifold) and a full stainless steel performance exhaust. While Kicherer’s press release makes no mention of an ECU tune, the company has no doubt tweaked the engine mapping to achieve its claimed horsepower boost. Final power figures rest at 542 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque. Not too shabby, eh?

The results speak for themselves: 0-60 in 4.1 seconds and a top speed just shy of 200 mph. These figures match Edo Competition’s lust-worthy 555 horsepower V10-powered M5 Dark Edition—a proper benchmark for tuners.

Stylistically, Kicherer’s 3-piece “RS-1” forged black and silver 20-inch alloys work well for the C63T. When matched with adjustable suspension, the “Supersport” has an impressive stance. The company also offers a host of carbon fiber upgrades—a rear diffuser, front spoiler, engine cover, and mirror shells.

(from Kicherer Press Release)  PRESS RELEASE KICHERER – Mercedes-Benz C63 T Supersport

Men only!

It's every family man's dream: The KICHERER C63 T Supersport. Sports car power, sound and looks, combined with the practical benefits of a classic station wagon. What else could any man wish for?!

Even the basic Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is truly powerful. With its 457 HP and maximum torque of nearly 600 Nm, it is anything but underpowered. But of course we made it a little faster and better still. Even the AMG standard production is far from true perfection. Therefore, Mercedes-Benz refiner KICHERER now presents a new family member in the Supersport series: the C63 T.

550 PS & 640 Nm!

A few additional horses were added to its performance, taking the total HP to more than 550. The drive shafts also have to deal with a huge torque of 640 Nm. Together, they achieve a sprint to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds and a maximum speed of powered-down 320 km/h. These values are more than impressive! A sports air filter, as well as a stainless steel sports exhaust system with flap control including stainless steel manifold also contribute to the added power. An RS-line in-house thread sports chassis was installed for best driving behaviour. It offers not only the mandatory lowering but also clearly moves up the sports station wagon's threshold range. Four fine KICHERER RS-1 forged wheel rims in a 20 inch format maintain asphalt contact. The exclusive 3-part wheels hide a high-performance composite brake system that warrants decelerations at super sports car level.

Carbon rules!

The KICHERER C63 T Supersport also offers visual attractions galore. The Stockach tuners installed an aerodynamics package that comprises a front spoiler with carbon flaps, a side sill set with carbon enlargement, a carbon tail diffusor, carbon front grille and the highly popular carbon mirror shells. Together with the already quite widened body, they provide for a fine overall appearance that can hardly be outdone in matters of sportiveness. Even more: The engine bay received a specially developed motor cover with carbon inlays. 

On request, the customer may also order an exclusive Nappa leather outfit for the interior for his C63 T Supersport. It includes the entire seat system with contrasting decorative seams and a set of piano varnish seat shells. The dashboard, door covers and the entire roof were covered in alcantara as well. 

For any other facts, price and delivery information, contact:

KICHERER Fahrzeugtechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Im Eschle 6
78333 Stockach
Tel.: 0 77 71 / 93 70 0
Fax: 0 77 71 / 93 70 22
www.kicherer.net 
E-Mail: info@kicherer.net