The new 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe expertly blends sporty, dynamic driving with enhanced everyday comfort. Updated tech, good storage space and available (albeit tight) rear seating add to its practicality, even if the price tag doesn’t.The 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe treats its drivers to a thrilling experience behind the wheel thanks to muscular, hand-crafted V8 engine options. Depending on drive mode, the GT Coupe can function as either an exciting sports car on back roads or a comfortable and lithe daily driver.
Engine Options, Horsepower and Acceleration
- Base engine: twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with 469 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque (GT 55)
- Available engine: twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 with 577 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque (GT 63)
- Drivetrain: all-wheel drive
- Transmission: nine-speed automatic
Either flavor of the V8 delivers power smoothly with satisfying acceleration and more than enough speed. Sport mode is best if you want to use the paddle shifters to operate the transmission since response times can lag in Comfort mode.
MPG Estimates
The thirsty 2024 GT 55 and GT 63 both get an EPA-estimated 13 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway. These estimates are on the poor end for a luxury sports car.
Handling and Braking
The AMG GT Coupe almost begs you to put its aggressive performance to the test, and you’ll want to. This Mercedes has an improved suspension with reduced body roll, it offers agile and stable handling at just about any speed, and the steering is controlled and responsive. Also, The GT’s brakes have excellent stopping power should you need to come to an abrupt halt.
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