Mercedes-AMG's CEO has confirmed the return of a V8 engine to the lineup — and for the enthusiasts who spent years watching their favorite performance brand swap cylinders for kilowatts, this is the announcement they've been waiting for. What AMG's CEO Actually Confirmed — And What's Still Pending2027 Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupe Mercedes-BenzThe confirmation came from AMG's CEO directly, and the headline is clear: a V8 is returning to the AMG lineup. Power figures for the CLE 63 application haven't been officially confirmed, but the GLE 63 S and GLS 63, which debuted in mid-2026 with the same V8 family, produce up to 603 horsepower — a benchmark that sets expectations high. So while the V8 is confirmed as returning to the lineup, C63 loyalists may be waiting longer than CLE buyers. AMG Isn't Alone — This Is Part of a Broader PushbackRear 3/4 2024 C63 S E Performance Mercedes-AMGAMG's course correction fits a pattern that's been building across the performance car world.