Daimler is planning a number of new models within the AMG family of models, and the latest in the series is a smaller sports coupe called the AMG GT, which will compete with the Porsche 911 and the like. The AMG GT is smaller and significantly lighter than the current SLS AMG, and at 130 thousand, it is also significantly cheaper. It is powered by a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo engine capable of 510 hp.
The front part is aggressively designed as expected, but it also got characteristic honeycomb on the bonnet and lights similar to those of the current one FIG. The most important difference is the classic side door, which is a compensation for the desire for lower weight and final price SLS AMG- this typical one gullwing door. In addition to the futuristic and unique external image, the engineers have made the most efforts in the field of driving dynamics, agility and sportsmanship, which AMG GT there is no shortage.
There is also a lot of new and especially prestigious inside, where the dashboard is a mixture of those of the last models with a three-pointed star on the nose, and the environment is also very prestigious, including hand quilted leather and brand logos, Alcantara, and it also got a new sports steering wheel, eye-catching ventilation openings and command online package with 8.4-inch screen sensitive to touch.
AMG GT drives 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 engine which it weighs only 209 kg and meets Euro6 standards regarding exhaust cleanliness. The aggregate develops 375 kW or 510 hp and 650 Nm of torque, which means it can 126 hp per liter volume, which is an impressive achievement.
This will not be the only engine option, as it will be available a little later in a version with 340 kW or 462 hp, and the two versions will differ in the name, where the latter will be called AMG GT, and the more powerful one will get the suffix S. The rims will be 19-inch, but with the e-Su, the buyer can also choose 20-inch. AMG GT It will be with reached 310 km/h, and the acceleration to a hundred will last 3.8 seconds.
Daimler also provided systems for it: the AMG ride control system, AMG dynamic select , ESP with three operating settings, too safe system, parktronic, reversing camera and optional ceramic brakes.
The car will be available to order from October 6, and prices will start at 130 thousand euros.
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