Mercedes-Benz’s estate version of its C 63 AMG will go on sale early next year priced at £69,853.

The flagship model for the German manufacturer’s C-class estate range is powered by a 6.3-litre V8. The engine has a maximum output of 457bhp and powers the car from 0 to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds and on to an electronically limited top speed of 155 mph.

The C 63 AMG estate is fitted with a Speedshift Plus 7G-tronic transmission with gearshift paddles on the steering wheel.

The load capacity of the C 63 AMG estate ranges from 485 to 1,500 litres depending on the position of the 1/3:2/3-split rear seat backrests which can be folded forwards.

Standard equipment includes bag hooks and four anchoring lugs to secure the load, side stowage compartments with covers, a collapsible shopping crate as well as a combined luggage cover and retaining net.