The era of ultra-high performance Mercedes EVs has officially arrived with the unveiling of the new super sedan, the AMG GT 4-door coupe. This groundbreaking vehicle features cutting-edge technology borrowed from the automaker’s XX concept, which made headlines last year by driving over 24,000 miles in under 8 days at Nardò Ring in southern Italy.
Mercedes has reimagined its approach to motors and batteries in order to deliver a high-performance vehicle that can compete with even the most powerful hypercars. The AMG GT is equipped with three axial flux motors developed by Mercedes subsidiary YASA, delivering an impressive 1,153 horsepower and 1,475 lb-ft of torque. These motors are unique in their design, with a thin disc shape that allows them to weigh significantly less than traditional radial motors while still delivering exceptional power.
The vehicle also features a high-performance battery with tall, ultra-slim cylindrical cells that are only 1 inch in diameter. This innovative design allows heat to escape from the core to the outside surface almost instantly. Mercedes has also developed a special non-conductive oil that flows around each individual cell for direct cooling, providing 20 kW of cooling power inspired by Formula 1.
The AMG GT is built on an 800-volt architecture that supports ultra-fast charging up to 600 kW. This, combined with the advanced cooling system, enables the vehicle to charge from 10-80 percent in just 11 minutes. The battery technology allows for an impressive energy density of over 298 Wh-per-kilogram and can switch between 800V and 400V as needed, supporting five global DC charging standards.
While the AMG GT is a track demon, Mercedes is aware of the concerns from race enthusiasts about the silent electric motor. To address this, the vehicle features over 1,600 sound files derived from the AMG GT R to simulate engine notes, exhaust burbles, and traction interruptions during virtual gear changes. It even has distinct sounds for unlocking, entering, and charging the vehicle.
Inside, the AMG GT boasts three screens under one continuous glass surface, including a 10.2-inch driver display, a 14-inch central multimedia screen, and a 14-inch passenger display running on Mercedes’ new MB.OS operating system. The AMG Race Engineer Core centralizes the vehicle’s operations, controlling everything from driving to battery cooling.
While pricing has not been officially announced, Mercedes plans to release the GT 55 version in late 2026, followed by the GT 63 in early 2027. This new era of ultra-high performance Mercedes EVs promises to revolutionize the automotive industry with its cutting-edge technology and unparalleled performance.