The new Mercedes-AMG GT: Premium Luxury and Driving Performance

Author: Lisa Garcia

The new Mercedes-AMG GT created to inspire the next generations of luxury sports cars. The innovative design is created around the use of first-generation technology. This is a car whose design is as much a part of its performance as is the engine.

Technology: Code, Craft, and Tool

Mercedes-Benz has embraced technology as their primary tool. The technology of the Mercedes-AMG GT began long before the artists applied their pencils to paper. The embodiment of the Mercedes-AMG GT begins with the idea and the need to create a vehicle that is a driver's car.

The new 4.0L M178 twin-turbocharged engine is newly developed and will eventually become the power plant for most of the next generation AMG designed cars. Expect the tech savvy engine to impress with features such as forged-aluminum pistons and zirconium-allow heads. The 456 horsepower engine maxes out at 6000 RMP while producing 443 lb.-ft. of torque. The GT S version is reported by Mercedes-AMG to hit 503 horsepower and 479 lb.-ft. of torque. The Mercedes-AMG GT easily chases down competitors with its 0-60 MPH time of 3.9 seconds for the GT and 3.7 seconds from 0-60 MPH for the GT S. The power transfer between the engine and the rear wheels is accomplished by a 7-speed automatic. The user-friendly technology of the Mercedes-AMG GT and GT S offer drivers a choice of driving modes. Enjoy the performance of this amazing machine in eco mode or unleash the power in a checkered flag, full race car mode.

Stats and Specs:

  • Cargo 12.4 cubic feet of cargo room
  • Top Speed 189 miles per hour for the Mercedes-AMG GT
  • 456 horsepower for the Mercedes-AMG GT
  • Top Speed of 193 miles per hour for the Mercedes-AMG GT S
  • 503 horsepower for the Mercedes-AMG GT S
  • GT Tires: 255/35R 19 front and 295/30R 19 rear
  • Weight Ratio: Front/Rear 47/53 percent.

The Mercedes-AMG GT and GT S are vehicles made for true car enthusiasts. The weight ratio of 53% rear and 47% front create a perfect balance between power and torque. This is a vehicle that is designed to take down Porsche 911, and it is priced to impress those of drivers who dream of owning a supercar. Expect that the GT S will be available in early 2015 for US enthusiasts and that the GT will make an appearance shortly thereafter. The pricing features are not yet public, but as this is a car designed to perform and it is aimed to be a popular choice when it hits the market, pricing will likely be comparable to those of its competitors; The Porsche 911, Jaguar F-Type and the Audi R8. The Mercedes-AMG GT holds a place that is obtainable yet still exclusive.