by Electric Heir: Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe without an internal combustion engine
The fully electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe has finally been officially unveiled — one of the most talked-about automotive secrets of recent years. Despite many manufacturers abandoning electric models, AMG continues to develop this direction, offering a replacement for the original AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, which was previously available as a hybrid with a twin-turbo V8 producing up to 831 hp.
The new model is based on the AMG.EA architecture, which is largely inspired by the AMG GT XX concept presented last year. The design of the production version has undergone changes compared to the concept, but remains equally dramatic and will undoubtedly spark controversy.
Design and Competitors
The car is intended to compete with the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT. It must be admitted that these rivals have a significant advantage in design. The new electric AMG sedan looks less elegant compared to the Audi. However, Mercedes is betting on performance and features that create the feeling of a true AMG behind the wheel.
Technical Specifications and Performance
At the heart of the sedan is a 106 kWh battery pack, an 800-volt electrical architecture, and three advanced axial electric motors. The power is impressive: 1,153 hp and up to 1,475 lb-ft (2,000 Nm) of torque in launch control mode for the top-of-the-line GT 63 4Matic+ variant. A GT 55 modification with up to 805 hp will also be available.
Acceleration to 60 mph takes just 2.1 seconds (with one-foot rollout) or 2.4 seconds without it. The car reaches 124 mph in 6.8 seconds, and the top speed with the Driver’s Package is 186 mph.
Charging and Range
Charging speed is a key advantage. Support for DC fast charging at up to 600 kW allows the battery to be charged from 10% to 80% in just 11 minutes, and 10 minutes of charging provides a range of 286 miles. Fully charged, the GT 63 can travel up to 432 miles on the combined cycle, while the GT 55 can reach up to 435 miles.
Driver Technologies
The car is equipped with numerous systems to enhance driver engagement. On the center console, there is a Response Control switch to adjust system sensitivity, as well as Agility Control for regulating the car’s cornering behavior through variable torque distribution. Nine levels of traction control are available. The AMGFORCE S+ system is particularly noteworthy.
This technology simulates the sound of the AMG GT R V8 engine, working in conjunction with a system that creates synthetic gear shifts, similar to the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N.
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Thus, Mercedes-AMG is taking a bold step into the future, offering an electric super sedan with fantastic performance and innovative technology. While the design may elicit mixed reactions, the technical equipment and performance make it a serious player in the premium electric vehicle market. The charging speed and range, which surpass many competitors, are especially noteworthy. The simulation of the V8 sound and synthetic gear shifts indicate that AMG engineers aim to preserve the emotional connection with the driver that is so valued in traditional sports cars. This is not just an electric vehicle, but an attempt to create a true AMG with zero emissions.
