First Drive: The New Mercedes-AMG GT Elevates the Road with Stylish Agility - AIC5

First Drive: The New Mercedes-AMG GT Elevates the Road with Stylish Agility

The model’s sporting swagger is retained in the more elegant and roomy new AMG 63 4Matic+, which boasts 577 horsepower.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

According to rumors, internal combustion engines (ICEs) are like a banana peel with one foot in the grave and the other in the grave. Hehe. There are no clouds of doom hanging over us as the all-new 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT’s 4.0-liter bi-turbo V-8 propels us from turn to bend as I race down some mainly desolate and breathtakingly winding southern Spanish roads. It’s basically motoring bliss in a large fistful.

Yes, we are essentially riding out into the ICE sunset with this, as it is probably AMG’s last non-electrified sports vehicle, but the newest AMG GT is one hell of an exit if you must. and a doorway.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

This second-generation coupe, based on the current Mercedes-Benz SL platform, bears a striking resemblance to the outgoing AMG, which rode on its own front mid-engine/rear transaxle platform, despite having less extreme proportions. It is nevertheless positioned to pounce, with a long nose and short tail. Every curve of the 2024 AMG GT is perfect. Whether I’m in the busy streets of Granada or the sleepy countryside, this Spectral Blue specimen always gets praise and thumbs up, along with a few motions that I’m pretty sure indicate “Light ‘er up!” And I’m happy to oblige: the standard AMG Performance 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system has a drift mode that allows you to separate the front axles and engage in tire-shredding fun.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

Showing up the primary portion of 2024, the new Mercedes-AMG GT will be at first presented in two variations, both V-8 controlled. The AMG GT 55 4Matic+ makes 469 hp and 516 ft lbs of force, while the pricier 63 4Matic+ throws out 577 hp and 590 ft lbs of force. The two motors get dynamic mounts, gloat AMG’s “one man, one motor” form reserve and are mated to a nine-speed AMG Speedshift MCT 9G transmission. Back tire controlling is likewise standard.

The new Mercedes-AMG GT is by and large more easy to use than the past model, which stopped creation in September of 2022. Being longer, more extensive, and taller, its lodge is more roomy, outward perceivability has improved dramatically, and there’s even a 2+2 choice. The back seats are charged as “reasonable for people up to five feet tall,” and that implies this model is presently great for school runs.

A look at the Mercedes-AMG GT 63's 4.0-liter bi-turbo V-8, which makes 577 hp and 590 ft lbs of torque.

While not being driven like it was taken, the vehicle makes for a persuading and agreeable GT sightseer. ( That is something you were unable to say regarding the old model.) The extravagant and flawlessly assembled lodge can be fitted with S-Class levels of extravagance, and keeping in mind that the ride is as yet lively firm in Solace mode, it is rarely unduly unforgiving. The 12.3-inch advanced check bunch and 11.9-inch focal touchscreen are natural Mercedes admission, similar to the ways of associating with the GT’s MBUX infotainment framework — voice control, touchscreen, and a variety of haptic focuses on the level base AMG directing wheel. The sensitive Mercedes electronic shift wand growing from the directing section doesn’t precisely shout AMG, however it is one more sign to the 2024 model’s more refined attitude.

In any case, the GT actually has a chomp to match its bark, because of the gallant bi-super V-8 that, when in Sport+ mode, sends a volley of exceptionally standoffish woofs, pops, and blats from tailpipes will make little youngsters rush to their moms’ skirts, as well as irritate the neighbors. Taking care of is exceptionally sharp, while possibly not so quick and restless as the past rendition.

The interior of the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

There’s more weight on the front here, yet AMG counters with wide front elastic and cautious tuning of the ESP, back dynamic diff, and back tire controlling. Likewise present is a semi-dynamic roll adjustment framework — named AMG Dynamic Ride Control — that gets rid of standard mechanical enemy of roll bars out and out. This makes for a more extensive spread among solace and execution driving. The GT likewise gets shrewd underbody dynamic air in addition to a five-position coordinated back spoiler. Picking a discretionary air bundle dump that spoiler for a decent carbon-fiber back wing.

I would request really directing feel, however past that, the AMG GT loves the cut and push of a twisting country road, eating up the bends and shooting forward on an apparently unlimited well of force. Finding a musicality in this super car is simple, and the all-wheel drive with back tire guiding loan a feeling of controlled balance that the past cycle needed.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

Obviously, there will be the people who moan about the way that the new AMG GT has lost its crude edge and doesn’t attempt to terrify you every step of the way, yet recall, this is the early on model — there will definitely be more blazing forms to come (as in maybe the S, R, and perhaps Genius). While the AMG metal didn’t emerge and say it, anticipate that quicker variations in the future should get their additional magic from hybridization.

By plan, the recast 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT will have a lot more extensive market offer thanks to its perfect skin, recently discovered mutual respect, and expanded freight limit. Also the discretionary 2+2 seating. It may not move the burning enthusiasm of its wild ancestor, yet you and your travelers will cherish it. Furthermore, that is precisely exact thing AMG needs.

A look at the rear cargo space in the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

A close-up of the front driver's side of the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4Matic+.

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