What is it?
The C192 AMG GT is the second-generation coupe, a 2 plus 2 grand tourer sharing its architecture with the SL roadster but with a fixed roof and a more focused chassis. Three grades for Australia. GT 55 opens at 350 kW, GT 63 turns the wick to 430 kW, and the GT 63 S E Performance PHEV combines the twin-turbo V8 with a rear-mounted electric motor and 6.1 kWh battery for 600 kW and 1,420 Nm.
The lineup runs from AMG GT 55 at $339,500 plus on-roads, through to GT 63 S E Performance at $478,500 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
600 kW GT 63 S E Performance is the most powerful AMG GT ever built. 4MATIC plus AWD with rear bias plus rear-axle steering across the range, AMG Active Ride Control electrohydraulic anti-roll standard, and the 2 plus 2 layout adds genuine weekend usability over a pure two-seat coupe.
From $339,500 plus on-roads, E Performance pushes past $450,000 drive-away easily. 2.0-tonne kerb weight on E Performance is felt at the front end, and the PHEV battery is small at 6.1 kWh for roughly 13 km of EV range.
Should you buy the AMG GT?
Reasons to buy
- 600 kW GT 63 S E Performance is the most powerful AMG GT ever built. 4MATIC plus AWD with rear bias plus rear-axle steering across the range, AMG Active Ride Control electrohydraulic anti-roll standard, and the 2 plus 2 layout adds genuine weekend usability over a pure two-seat coupe.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km.
- 321 L (675 L folded) boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- From $339,500 plus on-roads, E Performance pushes past $450,000 drive-away easily. 2.0-tonne kerb weight on E Performance is felt at the front end, and the PHEV battery is small at 6.1 kWh for roughly 13 km of EV range.
- You want a sharper, lighter sports car (Porsche 911 GTS T-Hybrid), more visual drama (Aston Martin Vantage), or a four-seat layout with rear-passenger comfort (BMW M8 Gran Coupe).
- GT 55 is the value pick if you want the look and the noise, GT 63 is the sweet spot, and the GT 63 S E Performance is the brand statement. Cross-shop the Porsche 911 GTS for a sharper drive and the Aston Martin Vantage for visual drama.
- Top trim climbs to $478,500 plus on-roads.
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