Ritzy Rocket: The Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe Blazes the Pavement and Looks Devilishly Good Doing It

Posted on July 8, 2026 in auto

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2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

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2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance interior

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2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance rear

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2027 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance

Michael Simari|Car and Driver

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MSRP

HIGHS

Looks that kill, mighty twin-turbo V-8 thrust, just-right balance between luxury and performance.

LOWS

Wallet-straining price tag, irksome infotainment system, baby-sized rear seats.

VERDICT

The Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe is a master of balance without compromise, delivering both sumptuous luxury and stout performance.

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EPA MPG

16–22 Combined

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Seating

2–4 Seats

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Powertrain

Gas, Hybrid

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Drivetrain

Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive

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Limited Warranty

4 Years/50,000 Miles

By Austin Parsons

Overview

Most of the time, racetrack aptitude and on-road comfort are mutually exclusive when it comes to sports cars, but the Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe is versatile enough not to force a decision. Every option in the GT Coupe's varied trim spread offers signature Mercedes luxury while also remaining a threat to competitors like the Porsche 911 and Aston Martin Vantage when the pedal hits the metal.

If your preferences skew towards the cushier side of that equation, the base GT43 model serves as the premium cruiser of the bunch while still packing 416 horsepower. Making the jump up to the GT55 unlocks a 469-hp twin-turbo V-8 and additional performance kit, like adaptive suspension. Freakish speed is what the all-wheel-drive GT63 trims do best, with the 603-hp GT63 Pro and 805-hp plug-in-hybrid GT63 S E Performance delivering tire-punishing thrills at the limit. But the GTs always look good, no matter what they're up to.

Expert Tip: If the coupe's puny rear accommodations aren’t going to cut it for your needs, Mercedes-AMG also offers the GT in a four-door body style with more space in the second row.

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What's New for 2027?

The Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe made its return for the 2024 model year, so it's still relatively fresh. As a result, we don’t expect anything major to change for the 2027 model year.

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Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Engines: 416-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder (GT43), 469-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (GT55), 577-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (GT63), 603-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 (GT63 Pro), 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 and one electric motor, 805 hp combined (GT63 S E Performance)
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
Drivetrains: rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive

The 416-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder in the GT43 features a 48-volt hybrid starter/generator and an electric exhaust-gas turbocharger. The 48-volt electrical system keeps the turbo on spool, shortening the delay between throttle application and the time when exhaust gases take over to create maximum boost. The GT55 and GT63 models pulse with the power of Mercedes' twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 rated for 469 horsepower in the GT55 and 577 horses in the GT63.

The GT63 Pro, which we drove on a racetrack in Spain, builds on the goodness of the GT63 by ramping up the output to 603 hp. It also features an improved cooling system designed to keep temps in place on the track. The GT63 S E Performance adds an electric motor to the mix to boost combined horsepower to 805. All models use a nine-speed automatic transmission that replaces the typical torque converter setup with a clutch; the design is said to reduce weight and optimize response to accelerator input.

The all-wheel drive GT55 and GT63 have the capability to route 100% of engine output to the rear wheels, and all three use an electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential. Rear-wheel steering works to keep the GT on its toes, but during our first drive of the GT63, we found the GT’s overall demeanor not quite as entertaining as the previous-generation model—though it's still an impressive handler with serious cornering grip and poise. Our drive of the GT63 S E Performance hybrid revealed a significantly more powerful beast, with the monstrously quick acceleration from the electric motors offsetting this model's weight gain over the nonhybrid. For navigating tricky driveway entrances and speed bumps, the AMG GT's optional nose-lift system pops the front end up by 1.2 inches.

0–60-MPH Times

C/D 60-mph Test: 2.7 seconds (GT63), 2.4 seconds (GT63 S E Performance)

In Comparison: Both a GT63 and an automatic-equipped Porsche 911 GT3 reached the 60-mph mark in 2.7 seconds in our testing.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

EPA City Ratings: 14-19 mpg
EPA Highway Ratings: 20-27 mpg

The EPA estimates that the GT55 and GT63 models will deliver 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway, and 16 mpg combined. The GT43 is rated at 19 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined. The plug-in hybrid GT63 S E Performance managed 16 mpg city, 22 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined. When we get a chance, we'll take the GT Coupe on our 75-mph real-world highway fuel economy test and will update this story with test results. For more information about the GT Coupe's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

First Row: Part of the GT’s appeal is its surprisingly spacious interior and solid outward visibility. Standard sport seats thread the needle between comfort and support. The available AMG sport seats offer increased lateral support, while three massage programs provide relief on long drives. A variety of nappa leather upholstery choices is on tap, including a diamond-quilted pattern and a leather-microfiber blend.

Second Row: Yes, the GT offers rear seating, but the space is laughably tight, like that in a Porsche 911, and best saved for emergency use or excess luggage. (In a serious example of understatement, Mercedes states that the rear seats “are suitable for occupants less than five feet tall.”)

Cargo Capacity: The powered rear hatch is hands-free, and the cargo area it opens to can handle two golf bags or 23.8 cubic feet of cargo.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Infotainment: 11.9-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: Bluetooth, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Audio System: 10-speaker Burmester stereo (standard), 15-speaker Burmester 3D Surround Sound System (optional)

An 11.9-inch infotainment touchscreen is standard on all AMG GT Coupes, but some users may find its complex menu system frustrating. All models come with a wireless smartphone charging pad, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a Burmester stereo system. An optional high-end Burmester 3D Surround Sound System with 15 speakers and 1,170 watts is available.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

A host of driver-assistance features are offered.

Standard Safety Features: automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
Optional Safety Features: adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature

For information about the GT Coupe's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites.

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Mercedes-AMG's standard warranty package is the least special thing about its cars, and it covers a basic four-year/50,000-mile period with no frills or extras. The GT Coupe's closest rival, the Porsche 911 Turbo, offers a complimentary scheduled maintenance program; the AMG does not.

Limited Warranty: four years or 50,000 miles
Powertrain Warranty: four years or 50,000 miles
Complimentary Maintenance: none

C/D Test Results and Specs

Each year, we put hundreds of vehicles through our rigorous instrumented testing regimen. If the data in the chart below is for a different model year, that's because this vehicle hasn't changed since we last tested it, and the test results remain accurate.

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Specifications

Specifications

2025 Mercedes-AMG GT63 S E Performance
Vehicle Type: front-engine, rear-motor, rear/all-wheel-drive, 2+2-passenger, 2-door hatchback

PRICE
Base/As Tested: $197,050/$218,850

POWERTRAIN
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 32-valve 4.0-liter V-8, 603 hp, 627 lb-ft + AC motor, 201 hp, 236 lb-ft (combined output: 805 hp, 1047 lb-ft; 5-kWh lithium-ion; peak charge rate, AC 3.7 kW)
Transmissions, F/R: 9-speed automatic/2-speed automatic

CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: multilink/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 16.5-in vented, cross-drilled, carbon-ceramic disc/14.2-in vented, cross-drilled, carbon-ceramic disc
Tires: Michelin Pilot Sport S5
F: 295/30ZR-21 (102Y)
R: HL305/30ZR-21 (107Y)

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 106.3 in
Length: 186.1 in
Width: 78.1 in
Height: 53.3 in
Trunk Volume: 11 ft3
Curb Weight: 4743 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 2.4 sec
100 mph: 5.8 sec
130 mph: 9.5 sec
1/4-Mile: 10.4 sec @ 135 mph
150 mph: 12.4 sec
170 mph: 18.3 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 3.1 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 2.3 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 2.4 sec
Top Speed (mfr claim): 199 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 147 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 287 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.04 g

Interior Sound
Idle: 42 dBA/3 sone
Full Throttle: 91 dBA
70-mph Cruising: 74 dBA/31 sone

C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 14 MPGe
75-mph Highway Driving, EV/Hybrid Mode: 58 MPGe/26 mpg
75-mph Highway Range, EV/Hybrid mode: 6/480 mi

EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined: 19 mpg
Combined Gasoline + Electricity: 28 MPGe
EV Range: 1 mi

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