The engine within the Mercedes-AMG GT 55 Coupe will make fanatics breathe a sigh of reduction. For now, all GTs can have a V8, beginning with the 469-hp 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 within the GT 55. That goes with a meaty 516 lb-ft of torque. The automobile has a regular AMG Speedshift nine-speed computerized transmission with a moist multi-disc clutch and a totally variable AMG efficiency 4Matic+ AWD system.
Contemplating the automobile’s weight achieve, it is no shock that it is marginally slower than earlier than, taking 3.8 seconds to achieve 60 mph. The highest pace is 183 mph, and we’re positive getting there’ll nonetheless be accompanied by a stunning V8 roar.
For a sportier expertise, drivers can assume guide management of the transmission utilizing paddle shifters, and the brand new nine-speeder is alleged to ship quick shift occasions. Whereas the earlier rear-wheel-drive setup is gone, the variable 4Matic+ AWD system can function in RWD below sure circumstances, whereas as much as 50% of its energy can go to the entrance. Unsprung mass is decrease, which is all the time an excellent factor, but it surely’s arduous to see how that balances out the automobile’s general improve in mass.
The AMG Energetic Experience Management suspension with roll stabilization is normal, and you do not pay further for a rear limited-slip differential and rear-axle steering, both.
Drivers can select from six drive packages for the 2024 GT 55 Coupe: Slippery, Consolation, Sport, Sport+, Particular person, and Race.
