2he 2021 Mercedes-AMG GT is the best example of what the AMG division can do when given a blank cheque. This twin-turbo V8 coupe beast was not the division's first attempt at building a standalone car, however. That accolade belongs to the bonkers SLS, which remains the most veracious interpretation of an AMG, but only in the sense that it had too much power. Which in AMG-speak translates to just enough. The SLS's lifespan was short-lived, and though Mercedes-AMG will never admit it, chances are it was simply too ridiculous. The AMG GT replaces the SLS, but takes a new direction. It brings less power to the table, with 523 horsepower in base form from a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine, and gone are the gullwing doors. Instead, this has an air of finesse about the design and engineering, which is just as well, since its number one competitor is the Porsche 911.
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Exterior Design
10
/10
Performance
9
/10
Fuel Economy
7
/10
Interior & Cargo
10
/10
Infotainment & Features
9
/10
Reliability
8
/10
Safety
9
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Value For Money
9
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8.9
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2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Changes: What’s the difference vs 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT?
The GT gets some rather stunning upgrades for 2021. The GT's power output is increased to 523 hp and 494 lb-ft, finally taking it above that 500 hp psychological barrier. This means the base model can now sprint to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds and on a top speed of 194 mph. AMG Ride Control with adaptive damping is now standard fitment, including a "Race" drive mode. The 2021 GT also has red aluminum brake calipers and an electronic limited-slip rear differential. A Stealth Edition has been added to the roster as well, with bespoke styling elements comprising blacked-out brakes, wheels, front grille, a carbon fiber roof, and three stealthy black or grey paint options.
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Pros and Cons
Powerful twin-turbo V8
Supercar-like acceleration
Superb handling dynamics
Stunning looks
Beautiful interior
Lot's of road noise
Poor outward visibility
Rivals are quicker
Susceptible to tramlining
2021 Mercedes-AMG GT Trims
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TRIM AMG GT Coupe AMG GT C Coupe
ENGINE
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8 Gas
TRANSMISSION
7-Speed Automatic
7-Speed Automatic
DRIVETRAIN
Rear-Wheel Drive
Rear-Wheel Drive
PRICE $118,600 $153,500
Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe Exterior
The Mercedes-AMG GT coupe has the kind of styling we don't see too often anymore. It's reminiscent of classic 2-door sports cars, circa 1960 to 1970 - a long hood, with a short, stubby cabin situated as close to the rear wheels as possible. It has LED headlights and taillights, and you can get a fixed rear spoiler. We wouldn't, however. It would be a spoiler, ruining the indulgent lines of the GT. One of our favorite design features is how flush the rear is. The trunk lid, taillights, and rear bumper don't look like separate entities but rather one epic piece of metal that could only have been sculpted by hand. It's not, but we love that it seems that way. Unlike the SLS predecessor, this eschews gullwing doors in favor of standard frameless doors.
A new-for-2021 Stealth Edition comes equipped with the AMG Exterior Night Package as standard, black brake calipers, a dark chrome Panamericana grille, and 19-inch AMG Y-spoke alloys in place of the standard silver items of the same size, naturally finished in matte black.
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Dimensions
The AMG GT has an overall length of 179.4 inches and a 103.5-inch wheelbase. It's 76.3 inches wide without the side mirrors, which means