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Mercedes-AMG GT SUV packs a three-motor 860 kW punch
The Mercedes-AMG GT SUV is AMG’s first purpose-built performance SUV, packing both incredible performance figures and EV charging technology.
- The 2nd model on the brand’s new AMG.EA electric performance platform
- Three derivatives: GT53 SUV, GT55 SUV and GT63 SUV
- Not confirmed for South Africa at this stage
The Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has broken loose from its camouflage and the all-electric powertrain offers eye-widening outputs. There’ll be a choice of three electric engines and even the ‘entry-level’ derivative offers impressive performance.
It’s a sharp-looking SUV, adopting the latest design elements from the current high-end AMG offerings and while it doesn’t have any internal-combustion power, we’re going to assume this is AMG’s answer to the BMW XM, M’s first performance SUV.
The headline act is the flagship GT63 which features three electric motors. Interestingly, the technical release refers to a term called ‘continuous power’ which implies that the powertrain is capable of summoning far larger figures in its most aggressive mode.
Powertrain and Performance
With 530 kW in its default setting, you’d think that’d be more than enough but in its most dynamic performance setting, an output of 860 kW is possible. There’s also 2000 Nm on tap. This gives the vehicle the ability to accelerate to 100 kph in just 2.7 seconds.
Next up is the GT55 which also has a three-motor setup and outputs of 530 kW and 1 860 Nm, but again, in its sportiest setting, it puts out 600 kW. It can complete 0-100 kph in 3.1 seconds. Finally, the GT53 goes down to two electric motors and makes 270 kW and 800 Nm, but can produce 400 kW. It is still brisk, with a 0-100 kph in just 4.2 seconds. AMG is well aware that its fanbase craves a great soundtrack and has fitted the car with speakers which replicate the iconic V8 engines.
The range is assembled on 800 Volt architecture and there are two battery sizes available. The entry-level model has a 106 kWh battery that can support 600 kW DC charging and has a range claim of between 597 and 668 km.
The Mercedes-AMG GT SUV is AMG’s first purpose-built performance SUV, packing both incredible performance figures and EV charging technology.
- The 2nd model on the brand’s new AMG.EA electric performance platform
- Three derivatives: GT53 SUV, GT55 SUV and GT63 SUV
- Not confirmed for South Africa at this stage
The Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has broken loose from its camouflage and the all-electric powertrain offers eye-widening outputs. There’ll be a choice of three electric engines and even the ‘entry-level’ derivative offers impressive performance.
It’s a sharp-looking SUV, adopting the latest design elements from the current high-end AMG offerings and while it doesn’t have any internal-combustion power, we’re going to assume this is AMG’s answer to the BMW XM, M’s first performance SUV.
The headline act is the flagship GT63 which features three electric motors. Interestingly, the technical release refers to a term called ‘continuous power’ which implies that the powertrain is capable of summoning far larger figures in its most aggressive mode.
Powertrain and Performance
With 530 kW in its default setting, you’d think that’d be more than enough but in its most dynamic performance setting, an output of 860 kW is possible. There’s also 2000 Nm on tap. This gives the vehicle the ability to accelerate to 100 kph in just 2.7 seconds.
Next up is the GT55 which also has a three-motor setup and outputs of 530 kW and 1 860 Nm, but again, in its sportiest setting, it puts out 600 kW. It can complete 0-100 kph in 3.1 seconds. Finally, the GT53 goes down to two electric motors and makes 270 kW and 800 Nm, but can produce 400 kW. It is still brisk, with a 0-100 kph in just 4.2 seconds. AMG is well aware that its fanbase craves a great soundtrack and has fitted the car with speakers which replicate the iconic V8 engines.
The range is assembled on 800 Volt architecture and there are two battery sizes available. The entry-level model has a 106 kWh battery that can support 600 kW DC charging and has a range claim of between 597 and 668 km.
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Shmee150 first look at the AMG GT SUV
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Mercedes-AMG GT SUV revealed with up to 860 kW and 700 km electric range
Developed from the ground up, the Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has made its global debut. We detail the Affalterbach marque’s new performance-focused EV, taking a closer look at powertrain options, performance, electric range, and more.
Mercedes-AMG GT SUV: Powertrain and performance
The first full-size SUV developed from the ground up by Mercedes-AMG, the GT SUV is available in three flavours: GT 53, GT 55, and GT 63.
The GT 53 is equipped with a duo of permanently excited synchronous electric motors — sited on the front and rear axles, respectively — producing combined power and torque outputs of 400 kW and 800 N.m. Power is delivered to the road via the German automaker’s 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system. According to the Affalterbach brand, these figures allow the (2 525 kg, claimed) GT 53 to dispatch the 0-100 km/h dash in 4.2 seconds, before reaching the 200 km/h marker 10.4 seconds later, at 14.6 seconds. The GT 53 tops out at 250 km/h when specified with the Driver’s Package.
The GT 55 and GT 63 features three axial flux motors. The GT 55 is endowed with a combined system output of 600 kW and 1 860 N.m — good for a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 3.1 seconds and 270 km/h top speed (when specified with the Driver’s Package). The GT 55 completes the 0-200 km/h run in a claimed 9.9 seconds.
Spearheading the three-strong lineup, the GT 63’s 860 kW and 2 000 N.m allow for claimed 0-100 and 0-200 km/h sprint times of 2.7 and 7.2 seconds, respectively. The pinnacle variant’s top speed matches the GT 55’s.
The GT SUV features seven AMG Dynamic Select driving modes: Comfort, Eco, Slipperiness, Individual, Sport, AMGFORCE Sport+, and Race. The latter programme further features Launch Control, Track Race, Drag Race, and Drift Mode.
The GT SUV is also equipped with the company’s new AMG Active Ride Control+ suspension setup featuring active pitch and roll stabilisation. Active rear-axle steering is also present.
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Developed from the ground up, the Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has made its global debut. We detail the Affalterbach marque’s new performance-focused EV, taking a closer look at powertrain options, performance, electric range, and more.
Mercedes-AMG GT SUV: Powertrain and performance
The first full-size SUV developed from the ground up by Mercedes-AMG, the GT SUV is available in three flavours: GT 53, GT 55, and GT 63.
The GT 53 is equipped with a duo of permanently excited synchronous electric motors — sited on the front and rear axles, respectively — producing combined power and torque outputs of 400 kW and 800 N.m. Power is delivered to the road via the German automaker’s 4Matic+ all-wheel-drive system. According to the Affalterbach brand, these figures allow the (2 525 kg, claimed) GT 53 to dispatch the 0-100 km/h dash in 4.2 seconds, before reaching the 200 km/h marker 10.4 seconds later, at 14.6 seconds. The GT 53 tops out at 250 km/h when specified with the Driver’s Package.
The GT 55 and GT 63 features three axial flux motors. The GT 55 is endowed with a combined system output of 600 kW and 1 860 N.m — good for a claimed 0-100 km/h sprint time of 3.1 seconds and 270 km/h top speed (when specified with the Driver’s Package). The GT 55 completes the 0-200 km/h run in a claimed 9.9 seconds.
Spearheading the three-strong lineup, the GT 63’s 860 kW and 2 000 N.m allow for claimed 0-100 and 0-200 km/h sprint times of 2.7 and 7.2 seconds, respectively. The pinnacle variant’s top speed matches the GT 55’s.
The GT SUV features seven AMG Dynamic Select driving modes: Comfort, Eco, Slipperiness, Individual, Sport, AMGFORCE Sport+, and Race. The latter programme further features Launch Control, Track Race, Drag Race, and Drift Mode.
The GT SUV is also equipped with the company’s new AMG Active Ride Control+ suspension setup featuring active pitch and roll stabilisation. Active rear-axle steering is also present.
Mercedes-AMG GT SUV revealed with up to 860 kW and 700 km electric range
The Mercedes-AMG GT SUV has made its global debut. We detail the Affalterbach marque’s new performance-focused EV...
www.carmag.co.za