V8s are back on the menu

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News has come from the top at Mercedes-Benz — the eight-cylinder engines are back.

There were a few subtle hints dropped about future plans, including a new, next-generation V8 currently in development.

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This is apparently coming thanks to "a heavily refreshed model lineup from 2026 onwards and a strategic evolution of its portfolio," but the biggest news is that moving forward means going back in a sense.

Based on the AMG.EA electric car platform.

The timing of the announcement comes after a gradual slowdown in the increase of electric vehicle uptake almost everywhere, but notably in Europe.

The sedan gives the brand more opportunities to concentrate its resources and efforts on vehicles with V8 engines.

The vehicle would need to be modified to accommodate a V8 engine.

At the time, it was also mentioned that the hybrid four-cylinder powered C63 would still be available.

produces 620kW and 1400Nm.

Even without being electrified, the 4.0-litre twin-turbo engine produces 430kW and 800Nm in the GT 63 sports coupe - nothing to look down your nose at.

Given AMG has already confirmed the next-gen V8 will be electrified, it's likely the performance ceiling will be even higher than ever before.