Engine: 4.0 litre 8 cylinder twin-turbo
Transmission: 7 speed dual-clutch
Power: 410kW
Torque: 680Nm@1900rpm
Top Speed: 317 km/h
0-100km/h: 3.7 seconds
Price: $341,129
How would you best describe the 2019 Mercedes-AMG GT? Well, imagine the lovechild of a well-disciplined Porsche 911 and a brutal American Nascar and you’re on the money.
A vehicle with many enemies, it is a direct rival to the 911, the supercharged Jaguar F-TYPE SVR, and the identically-powered Aston Martin Vantage. Perhaps they’re envious of the AMG’s striking looks and ballistic speed…and its expensive price tag.
We say money schmoney though; if you love the GT’s classic proportions, or love a day at the track, or love a good Cannonball Run-style trip – it’s well worth it.
All that change gets you the unshakable partnership between the effortless acceleration of AMG’s high-revving, dry-sump mill, and the intelligent 7 speed speed-shift transaxle that guarantees a 3.7 second dash to 100km/h and a top out at 317km/h.
Handling-wise, the GT keeps the good times going with a freakishly accurate performance in corners with an immense stopping capacity – a direct response of active rear steering.
While the dual-zone climate control, and heated seats help ease those long trips, the adaptive cruise control is a useful tool when it comes to keeping one’s licence.
When it comes to the high-end parts of the sports car market, it’s hard to look away from this low-slung, AMG GT. Against its competitors, its skill set is unmatched, and the Big Merc is the recipe for success.
For the full article grab the June 2019 issue of MAXIM Australia from newsagents and convenience locations. Subscribe here.
