The time has come for the next generation of Mercedes’ long-established epic tourer to be born. Welcome to the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT. The machine still uses a handcrafted Turbo V8, so the good stuff hasn’t changed. But this time, it’s packed with new rear seats, proven performance technology, and even in-car truck driving instruction.
The second-generation AMG GT, which will be introduced to U.S. dealers in the first half of next year, is built with a new body structure that uses aluminium, magnesium, steel and composites where they are best suited. This will allow Mercedes to carry more luggage and offer optional 2+2 seats, which the company says is now being offered according to customer demand. .
Both fit aggressively upgraded suspension. The AMG GT’s front and rear multi-link coil suspension uses rigid forged aluminum components and is enhanced with hydraulic roll control and adaptive damping. Obviously, that long nose allows him to lift 1.2 inches by front axle lift.
Its nose houses an improved version of AMG’s 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8, this time with a new oil pan, relocated intercooler and a better-flowing cylinder head and exhaust. He comes in two states for the GT 55 and GT 63 models, the latter being more powerful, producing 577 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque.
It is transmitted via a 9-speed multi-clutch automatic and its power is distributed via a rear-biased all-wheel drive system with an electronically controlled limited-slip differential. All in all, the GT 63 accelerates from 0 to 100mph in 3.1 seconds and reaches an electronically controlled top speed of 196mph. For the GT 55 the numbers are 3.8 seconds and 183 mph.
The AMG GT reaches these speeds with the help of active aero, which consists of variable front flaps and a rear spoiler. (It can also be paired with an optional aero package to boost downforce.) Its aluminum caliper brakes are capable of torque vectoring and pair with standard his four-wheel steering to maximize agility. As for the wheels, the AMG GT uses a standard 20-inch alloy, but can be upsized to 21 inches.
The interior is available in a variety of configurations, most of which are enriched with nappa leather. It also features a flat-bottom heated Nappa leather-wrapped steering wheel, ambient lighting, ventilated backrests and optional massage seats. The bolsters are electronically adjusted to different riding modes, some of which are clearly designed for track use.
There, the AMG GT can record its own telemetry, displayed on a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster. An optional heads-up display can show lap and sector times, as well as provide virtual driving guidance with recommended braking points and specific racing lines. Driving modes are changed through capacitive touch controls (which unfortunately have been carried over from the previous model), and the rest of the functions are coordinated through the 11.9-inch touchscreen. Various ADAS and safety technologies will also be installed, but Mercedes says the AMG GT will not have Level 3 hands-free driving assistance.
The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT is expected to go on sale in the first half of next year, followed by a more capable model. We can’t help but get excited about the virtual new Black Series. Imagining facing off against the likes of the 2025 Ford Mustang GTD excites. But that’s a showdown for another day.
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