Hypercar Slayer? Mercedes-AMG GT PHEV Out-Accelerates AMG One | Carscoops

With a 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration in 2.8 seconds, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance is quicker even than the AMG One hypercar

Mercedes-AMG launched the much-anticipated GT 63 S E Performance in Shanghai, catapulting the sports car series to hypercar status through electrification. This flagship plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) represents the quickest and most potent AMG GT to date, boasting 805 horsepower from a biturbo V8 engine combined with a rear-mounted electric motor.

According to AMG, the GT 63 S E Performance is their fastest-accelerating series production model ever, completing the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint in just 2.8 seconds, which is 0.1 seconds quicker than the AMG One hypercar. However, its top speed of 320 km/h (199 mph) falls short by 32 km/h (20 mph) compared to the F1-inspired hypercar.

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The combined output of the hybrid unit is a monstrous 805 hp (600 kW / 816 PS) and a crazy 1,080-1,420 Nm (797-1,047 lb-ft) of theoretical system torque, surpassing the previous generation AMG GT Black Series by a healthy margin.

The twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 engine alone delivers 603 hp (450 kW / 612 PS), exceeding the 577 hp (430 kW / 585 PS) figure of the AMG GT 63. In the E Performance model, it works with a rear-mounted electric motor that adds another 201 hp (150 kW / 204 PS).

Power is transmitted to all four wheels through the fully variable AMG Performance 4Matic+ system, facilitated by a nine-speed AMG Speedshift MCT 9G gearbox. Additionally, a two-speed transmission manages the electric motor, while a mechanical limited-slip differential enhances performance on the rear axle.

As the flagship of the range, it comes equipped with a plethora of performance-oriented features as standard. These include the AMG Active Ride Control suspension with semi-active roll stabilization and rear axle steering, the most potent ceramic composite brakes available, and a comprehensive selection of eight driving modes accessed through the AMG Dynamic Select switch.

These modes include Electric, Battery Hold, Comfort, Slippery, Sport, Sport+, Race, and Individual settings.

The 6.1 kWh lithium-ion battery is also mounted on the rear axle for optimal weight distribution, and features an innovative direct cooling system. While performance is clearly the priority of electrification in the case of the AMG GT, a fully charged battery offers 13 km (8 miles) of zero-emission range in case someone wants to really, really use it as a PHEV. Furthermore, the highest of the four levels of regenerative braking allows one-pedal driving similar to EVs.

Keeping A Low Profile

The GT 63 S E Performance is the fourth addition to the AMG GT family following the V8-powered GT 53 and 63, and the entry-level four-cylinder GT 43. Visually, it shares the same bodykit with the lesser V8-powered versions but the charging port on the rear bumper and the discreet E Performance badge on the fenders gives away its electrified nature. It also comes standard with active aerodynamics (front underbody and rear spoiler), specially adapted to the needs of the PHEV powertrain.

Inside the 2+2 cabin we find electrically adjustable AMG sports seats with three massage programs, and plenty of customization options through the Manufaktur program. The E Performance also gets hybrid-specific displays on the MBUX infotainment, as with the four-door GT stablemate.

Pricing for the 2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance will be announced closer to the market launch which is expected sometime in the coming months.

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