Mercedes-AMG Unveils High-Performance Electric GT with 1,169bhp
New electric Mercedes-AMG GT packs British tech with 1,169bhp and a V8 soundtrack
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Mercedes-AMG has launched its new electric GT 4-Door Coupe, featuring British-developed axial flux motors that produce up to 1,169bhp and accelerate from 0-62mph in just 2.1 seconds. The car combines cutting-edge technology with a V8 sound simulation, aiming to redefine performance in the electric vehicle market.
- 01The new AMG GT 4-Door Coupe uses three axial flux motors, developed by Yasa, producing a combined torque of 2,000Nm in the top GT 63 version.
- 02The vehicle features an 800-volt electrical system with battery technology inspired by Formula 1, allowing for rapid charging at up to 600kW.
- 03Mercedes claims the car can achieve a range of up to 435 miles and add nearly 286 miles of range in just 10 minutes of charging.
- 04The new 'AMGFORCE S+' mode simulates a V8 engine sound, utilizing over 1,600 sound files to enhance the driving experience.
- 05Production of the AMG GT will commence this summer at the Sindelfingen plant in Germany, with motors manufactured in Berlin.
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Mercedes-AMG has introduced its latest electric vehicle, the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe, which is notable for incorporating innovative British engineering from Yasa, a company specializing in axial flux motors. This model boasts an impressive 1,169bhp and can accelerate from 0-62 mph in just 2.1 seconds, reaching a top speed of 186 mph with the optional Driver’s Package. The car utilizes three axial flux motors—one at the front and two at the rear—allowing for high continuous performance and compact design. The 800-volt electrical system and advanced battery technology enable rapid charging capabilities, adding nearly 286 miles of range in just 10 minutes. The vehicle also features a unique sound simulation mode, “AMGFORCE S+,” designed to replicate the auditory experience of traditional V8 engines. With a drag coefficient of just 0.22, the AMG GT is engineered for both performance and efficiency. Production is set to begin this summer in Germany, marking a significant step in Mercedes' transition to electric performance vehicles.
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The introduction of the AMG GT 4-Door Coupe may influence the electric vehicle market by setting new performance standards and encouraging competition among luxury automakers.
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