The GT 4-Door features a radical fastback silhouette with active aerodynamic elements and sharp AMG detailing, but frontal styling has proven controversial.
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Mercedes-AMG’s radical new electrified future has arrived with the world debut of the all-new GT 4-Door Coupé, packing advanced axial-flux motors and F1-derived battery tech into the new AMG.EA platform.
However, its exterior styling, which borrows heavily from the Concept AMG GT XX, has come under fire, with some fans on the firm’s social media pages describing it as AMG’s ugliest vehicle ever. But beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and when it comes to technology and performance, there is plenty to behold here.
Described by its creator as a “masterpiece of engineering”, the Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door is the first series-production vehicle to feature axial-flux motors. Unlike conventional radial electric motors, axial-flux units use a disc-shaped design where electromagnetic force runs parallel to the axis, enabling far higher power density in a much smaller package
Aggressive proportions and functional aero underline its high-performance focus.
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What that means in the real world is system outputs of up to 860kW and 2,000Nm in the flagship GT 63 4-Door model, along with a claimed 0–100km/h sprint time of 2.4 seconds.
Mercedes-AMG is also offering a GT 55 version, which produces 600kW and 1,800Nm, while still being able to slay most supercars with a 0–100km/h time of 2.5 seconds.
An interesting feature, perhaps to the ire of purists, is the AMGFORCE S+ mode, designed to simulate the experience of a V8 engine through curated sound, haptic feedback and gearshift simulation.
Three axial-flux motors deliver up to 860kW of power, supported by F1-derived 800V battery technology.
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Charge is stored in an 800-volt high-performance battery pack using F1-inspired technology. It features 2,660 directly cooled cylindrical cells that enable sustained high outputs without rapid thermal degradation.
Mercedes-AMG claims a combined WLTP range of up to 700km in both versions, while 460km of range can be added in around 10 minutes when plugged into a 600kW fast charger.
Torque is continuously distributed between the front and rear axles via the 4MATIC+ all-wheel-drive system, while a torque-vectoring system individually distributes drive power between the two rear wheels.
AMG Active Ride Control suspension uses semi-active hydraulic roll stabilisation to minimise body roll during aggressive cornering, while rear-axle steering further enhances agility.
The GT 4-Door boasts impressive aerodynamic features too, including deployable underbody Venturi surfaces that generate downforce by accelerating airflow beneath the car, controllable grille shutters and an active rear spoiler.
The interior features a dual-screen “glass cockpit” with a strong driver-focused layout and AMG controls.
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The cabin features a “seamless” glass cockpit where a 10.2-inch instrument cluster and 14-inch central display can be optionally joined by a passenger display. The interface runs on the MB.OS software platform and integrates advanced AI systems, including voice assistance powered by multiple AI models.
AMG-specific software adds performance-focused tools such as real-time energy flow visualisation, aerodynamic status monitoring, and racetrack telemetry via AMG Track Pace. Furthermore, the AMG Race Engineer system allows for extensive customisation of power delivery, traction, cornering behaviour and response characteristics through physical rotary controllers on the centre console.
South African details will be released at a later stage.