The coupe version of the W204 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG was introduced for the 2012 model year. These high-performance coupes were equipped with Mercedes' M156 engine, which was a naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 powerplant that was tuned to generate 451hp and 443 lb ft of torque. Drive was sent to the rear wheels through a 7 speed automatic transmission. Production of the W204 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe lasted until 2015, although the model series continued life in the next generation C-Class as the W205 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG.