R2 Performance Package for AMG GT63 4-Door Coupe: ECU Upgrade (HHT), Performance Mufflers, Carbon Fiber Airboxes, BOV, EVM, BMC Air Filters
The Mercedes-AMG GT63 4-Door Coupe (X290) is powered by the latest V8 BiTurbo -engine developed by AMG, the company’s Affalterbach based performance division and long fabled engine builder. The result is nothing short of spectacular and the 4.0L V8 BiTurbo engine is an incredible platform to build performance upon.
RENNtech’s R1, R2, R3, and R3+ are vehicle specific performance packages, engineered to increase vehicle power output while ensuring all upgrades work in sync, resulting in optimal overall performance.
Increasing performance in stages offers a clear path toward the desired development goal. Starting at R1, moving forward is easy and gives owners the ability to evaluate the impact of each level of modification through the stages. Owners can also plan and budget for additional modifications, making the ultimate build more affordable in the long run.
R-Line Comparison:
| Vehicle |
Package |
HP |
Gains |
TQ |
Gains |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
Stock
|
681 HP |
|
736 LB-FT |
|
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
ECU Upgrade
|
773 HP |
+92 HP |
778 LB-FT |
+42 LB-FT |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R1 Package |
793 HP |
+112 HP |
788 LB-FT |
+52 LB-FT |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R2 Package |
803 HP |
+122 HP |
818 LB-FT |
+82 LB-FT |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R3 Package |
875 HP |
+194 HP |
871 LB-FT |
+135 LB-FT |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R3+ Package |
1,017 HP |
+336 HP |
873 LB-FT |
+137 LB-FT |
What is included in the R2 package:
ECU Upgrade: Our proprietary tuning module stores both the RENNtech tuned file and your vehicles stock file. The module plugs directly into the OBD2 port and delivers the file you choose directly to the ECU.
Stainless Steel Sport Mufflers: Made out of 2 3/4 inch diameter tubing our sport mufflers are lighter weight than the stock exhaust, improve performance and is fully compatible with factory exhaust valves, for Comfort, Sport, Sport + / Race -modes.
Carbon Fiber Airboxes: Substantially larger than stock and a symmetrical design that delivers over 30% more filter area allows the engine to perform at the highest level in both stock and tuned form.
Blow Off Valves: Designed as a quick bolt-in solution which are intended to release excessive pressure in high boost occasions.
Exhaust Valve Module: The EVM allows you to fully open the exhaust valves of the AMG Sport Exhaust, giving you complete control over the exhaust sound regardless of speed, RPM or driving mode.
BMC Air Filters: BMC air filters are designed to last longer and create more power than the OEM paper filters.
Performance Tests:
| Vehicle |
Upgrades |
0-60mph |
0-100mph |
60-130mph |
1/4 Mile ET |
Trap Speed |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
Stock w/o Launch Control
|
3.0 sec |
6.98 sec |
8.65 sec |
11.15 sec |
127 mph |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R1 & R2 Package w/Launch Control |
2.70 sec |
6.61 sec |
7.86 sec |
10.62 sec |
131 mph |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R3 Package w/Launch Control
|
2.59 sec |
6.11sec |
7.39 sec |
10.39 sec |
133 mph |
| X290 - AMG GT63 |
R3+ Package w/Launch Control,
|
2.44 sec |
5.52 sec |
6.47 sec |
10.1 sec |
136 mph |
*If not otherwise noted, performed on non-prepped asphalt and with OEM, Street-Legal and/or Non-Performance tires. Data measured with Racelogic Performance Box.
The R2 Performance Package was developed and tested running on standard 93 octane gas.
