Mercedes-AMG Unveils 1,153-Horsepower Electric GT 4-Door Coupe
Mercedes-AMG introduced an all-electric four-door coupe that produces up to 1,153 horsepower. The vehicle uses a new 800-volt platform and is designed to compete with Porsche's Taycan.
EngadgetMercedes-AMG introduced its most powerful vehicle to date, an all-electric GT 4-Door Coupe that produces up to 1,153 horsepower. EA platform and three axial-flux electric motors. 5 inches thick and reaches over 15,000 rpm. 2 inches high and reach just over 13,000 rpm. The complete powertrain weighs 309 pounds.
The GT63 version produces 1,153 horsepower and 1,475 lb-ft of torque. 3 seconds quicker than Porsche's 940-horsepower Taycan Turbo S. The 106 kWh battery uses long cylindrical cells developed with the company's Formula 1 program. It achieves an energy density of 298 Wh/kg and supports charging at over 600 kW. Mercedes-AMG said the battery can charge from 10 to 80 percent in 11 minutes.
Mercedes-AMG rates the GT55 and GT63 models at 370 to 470 miles on the WLTP cycle. The company estimates this equals more than 300 miles of EPA range. The vehicle weighs 5,400 pounds and uses multilink suspension with air springs, electronic dampers, and Active Ride Control.
The GT 4-Door Coupe measures five inches longer than the Taycan. 22 and features a panoramic glass roof and Mercedes three-pointed-star running lights.
The interior includes bolstered seats, a central screen, and a front passenger display. Drivers can select from seven drive modes and nine traction-control settings. A racetrack performance panel displays lap statistics. The 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT55 4-Door Coupe will arrive later this year. The GT63 version will go on sale in 2027. Prices have not been announced.
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