2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT

History/Overview

AMG's GT family started with a coupe, later joined by a roadster, and then more recently completed by a coupe sedan. The GTs offer the pinnacle of AMG performance, ready for drives on a winding road or for a trip on a race track, all with a high level of luxury.

What's New?

The AMG GT coupe gains a new GT R Pro model for 2020 that adds improved suspension and better aerodynamics as well as visual enhancements in a limited edition model that, according to Mercedes-AMG, is ready for "professionals". Inside, the coupe and roadster receive a new centre console, outside, the headlights are revised. A front camera and AMG Track Pace telemetry system for lap timing are also new. On the 4-door, a three-seat rear bench and a fixed glass roof are offered as options.

Available Versions

Mercedes-AMG offers the GT coupe in GT C and GT R as well as the GT R Pro. All are equipped with a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The roadster is only available in GT C version, with the same drivetrain. The AMG GT 4-doors are offered as the GT 53, equipped with an inline-six, and the GT 63 and GT 63 S, both with all-wheel drive and equipped with a 4.0-litre V8 engine. Power ranges from 429 horsepower for the 53 version to over 600 horsepower for the 63 S models. All sedans are equipped with a nine-speed automatic transmission.

Standard Features

GT C models are equipped with three-level adaptive Ride Control damping with three selectable driving modes. They also have speed-sensitive power steering and rear-wheel steering. A 12.3-inch digital dashboard is provided as standard, with various racing and performance displays as well as special steering wheel buttons to control driving modes. Heated and ventilated leather front seats are standard. A 10.25-inch infotainment system with Burmester audio system, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto also comes standard. Active brake assist, adaptive high beams, blind spot assist, front and rear cameras and adaptive braking are all standard, with adaptive cruise being optional.

GT R models add a fixed rear wing and more aggressive wheels, as well as GT R-specific carbon fibre interior trim. The R offers nine levels of traction control to allow the driver greater flexibility without having to remove all the aids. There is carbon fibre reinforcement underneath and a carbon fibre roof panel. The GT R Pro adds adjustable suspension components, ceramic brakes and carbon fibre trim.

The GT 53 is equipped with a sport exhaust and composite brakes, as well as active brake assist, crosswind assist, adaptive high beams and blind spot alerts. It adds traffic sign recognition, car-to-car communication and heated windshield washers. Inside, there are heated AMG sport seats, 64-colour LED ambient lighting and a 115-volt power outlet. A 12.3-inch digital dashboard is complemented by a 12.3-inch infotainment screen.

The GT 63 adds ventilated seats, rapid-heating front seats, a 360-degree camera and heated door panels and armrests. The GT 63 S adds a more powerful version of the 4.0L engine with race and drift modes for the dynamic control system.

Key Options

The GT 63 is optionally equipped with a two-part folding rear seat package, two USB ports and a rear cabin display screen. The Comfort package adds an air purifier and cabin fragrance, and the Intelligent Drive Package adds more active safety features, including adaptive cruise control, progressive steering assist and an enhanced stop-and-start system. The GT 63 S and GT 53 add heated rear seats, as well as a separate climate zone. The Comfort package on the 63 S and 53 adds multi-contour air bladder massage seats.

The GT 53 adds a premium package with ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, a Burmester audio system, soft-close doors and Nappa upholstery.

Fuel Economy

Mercedes-AMG estimates the GT C coupe's fuel consumption at 15.3/11.4 L/100 km (city/highway). The GT R coupe's consumption is 15.9/11.8, and the GT C roadster's is 15.2/11.4. The GT 53 is estimated at 12.4/9.8, the GT 63 at 15.5/11.5 and the GT 63 S at 15.6/11.5.

Competition

The AMG GT coupe and roadster compete with cars like the Jaguar F-Type, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, the Audi R8 and the Porsche 911 Turbo, all of which offer luxury and performance trim. The GT 4-door falls in line with the Audi S7 and RS7, the BMW 8 Series and the Porsche Panamera.