Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé4 Electric: Everything Different, But the Company Promises the Same Emotions as Always
Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé4 Electric: Everything Different, But the Company Promises the Same Emotions as Always
Mercedes-AMG inaugurates a new phase of its history with the presentation of the GT Coupé4 electric, the first model developed on the new proprietary AMG.EA platform. The German company did not choose to adapt an existing base but designed a dedicated architecture from scratch for future high-performance sports cars of the brand.
The new GT Coupé4 is born with the goal of transferring the AMG technical identity into the electric world without giving up the characteristics that have built the reputation of Mercedes' sporty division. The project focuses not only on absolute values of acceleration and power but also on the ability to maintain high performance under intense usage conditions, thanks to advanced thermal management and truly sophisticated dynamic control.
The vehicle introduces axial-flow electric motors developed by Yasa, a British company acquired by Mercedes in 2021. This technology, already used in high-performance hybrid models from brands like Ferrari, Lamborghini, and Koenigsegg, now debuts on a Mercedes-AMG electric production vehicle. Axial-flow motors ensure higher power density and more compact dimensions compared to traditional radial-flow motors, a characteristic that improves packaging and expands the vehicle's dynamic management possibilities.
The configuration features three electric motors: two on the rear axle and one at the front. This scheme allows for very precise management of torque distribution, supported by seven driving modes and nine levels of traction control.
Mercedes-AMG will offer two variants of the GT Coupé4. The GT55 will arrive by the end of the year with 805 hp and 1,800 Nm of torque, while the more extreme GT63 will debut in 2027 with 1,153 hp and 2,000 Nm of torque. The most powerful version accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in about 2 seconds and reaches an electronically limited top speed of 300 km/h.
Great attention has also been paid to the battery, born from the experience gained with the German manufacturer's Formula 1 program. The 106 kWh pack uses a nickel-cobalt-manganese-aluminum chemistry and integrates a dedicated oil cooling system for the cells. Mercedes-AMG has particularly highlighted the system's ability to maintain a stable thermal window even under high and repeated loads, a crucial aspect to avoid performance drops during prolonged sporting use.
The 800-volt electrical architecture also allows for extremely rapid charging. The GT Coupé4 supports powers up to 600 kW and can go from 10% to 80% in about 11 minutes using compatible charging stations. The declared range reaches 696 km.
Even the design maintains a very evident link to AMG tradition. The vehicle retains typical proportions of high-performance grand tourers, with a long hood, a rearward-positioned cabin, wide tracks, and a strongly inclined roofline towards the rear. Aerodynamics remains central: the drag coefficient stops at 0.22 thanks to solutions like the active rear spoiler and integrated aerodynamic elements under the bodywork.
The cockpit maintains a strong driver-oriented setup. The dashboard integrates a 10.2-inch display for instrumentation and a 14-inch central screen dedicated to infotainment. The central console hosts rotary controls dedicated to throttle response, traction, and vehicle dynamics.
Mercedes-AMG has also worked on the emotional aspect of driving. The GT Coupé4 reproduces a sound inspired by traditional AMG V8 engines, accompanied by haptic feedback felt directly through the seats. A solution designed to maintain part of the sensory involvement typical of the brand's sports cars even in the electric era.
The price has not yet been officially announced, but initial estimates suggest a starting figure of around $150,000 for the GT55, with the GT63 inevitably positioned in a higher price range.