2018 AMG GTS Facelift + AMG GTC Coupe

[M3ZING]

After recently debuting a convertible version of the AMG GT sportscar, Mercedes-AMG has announced that it will also offer a coupe version, bringing the total number of AMG GT iterations to six. Including the lowest tier AMG GT, there is also an AMG GT Roadster, an AMG GT S, an AMG GT C, an AMG GTC Roadster, and the hardcore AMG GT R. All of which, have a barely unique set of performance credentials.

According to Tobias Moers, the chairman of the board of Mercedes-AMG, With the AMG GT C Coupe, we are now expanding our portfolio of sports cars to six models plus the AMG GT3 customer sport racing car. In fewer than three years, the second vehicle to be developed by us entirely in-house has grown into a family, offering a highly dynamic driving experience in a variety of forms.

Most of the differences in the AMG GT family comes down to how its 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 is tuned. The base AMG GT and Roadster features 469 hp and 465 lb-ft, just above that, the AMG GT S features 515 hp and 494 lb-ft, while the AMG GT C and GT C Roadster features 550 hp and 502 lb-ft, and rounding out the group, the AMG GT R comes with 577 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.


While there are some other differentiations between the models such as the AMG GT Cs and GT Rs 2.5-inch wider track, underneath, the models are almost identical. One feature launched on the AMG GT R that is now on every model is the AIRPANEL active air management system. According to Mercedes-AMG, Vertical louvers in the bottom of the front bumper can be opened and closed by an electric motor in around one second to guarantee the required amount of cooling. Constantly achieving the ideal position calls for highly intelligent and fast.

At the time of the GT Cs launch, Mercedes-AMG will offer an exclusive equipment package called the AMG GT C Edition 50, celebrating the 50th anniversary of AMGs founding in 1967. The package will be available to be specced in design Graphite Grey Magno paint, and come with distinct black chrome highlights on the side skirts, front splitter, trim strips, rear diffuser and exhaust. Additionally, the AMG forged wheels have been harmonized with the rest of the cars subtle cues with black chrome elements. Furthermore, the car will come with an Edition 50 logo on the rear of the car and embossed in the headrests.

The revised versions of the already introduced cars should be trickling towards dealers soon, while the AMG GT R, AMG GT C and GT C Roadster will likely be in dealerships later this fall. Mercedes-AMG has yet to announce pricing for the AMG GT C and GT C Roadster.

[Red Bread]

So much presence on the road. Just a great car. Really makes me wonder what they're doing with Grampa's SL.

[RABAUKE]

The matte black is a bit sinister looking, I think I might have pee'd a little.

[mkoesel]

I love this car, but the line-up is just a bit cluttered, no? So many trims with such similar power output.

I think they need to put their new I6 in this car and get rid of the V8 models with less than 550hp.

How about this:

AMG GT: ~480hp I6
AMG GT-C: ~550hp V8
AMG GT-R: ~620hp V8

Each can be either a coupe or convertible. The I6 model should be ~$100k.

Maybe then do a 375hp version with the M133 I4 from the *45 AMG models at ~$80k while killing the SLC off and better matching up in pricing to the lower end Jaguar F-Type and Porsche 911 models.

[CruzM3]

Yea that matte black is stunning! They sound amazing too. I want!

[M3ZING]

Originally Posted by mkoesel

I love this car, but the line-up is just a bit cluttered, no? So many trims with such similar power output.

I think they need to put their new I6 in this car and get rid of the V8 models with less than 550hp.

How about this:

AMG GT: ~480hp I6
AMG GT-C: ~550hp V8
AMG GT-R: ~620hp V8

Each can be either a coupe or convertible. The I6 model should be ~$100k.

Maybe then do a 375hp version with the M133 I4 from the *45 AMG models at ~$80k while killing the SLC off and better matching up in pricing to the lower end Jaguar F-Type and Porsche 911 models.

Atleast better than 18 911 models

[yousefnjr]

6mt and I would boner

[Blksnowflake]

The only AMG that gets me going. Can't afford it though.

[mkoesel]

Originally Posted by M3ZING

Atleast better than 18 911 models

Yes, the 911 has a lot of different engine levels too, but they cover a wider range of power outputs. They go from the base model at 370hp to the Turbo S at 580hp. That's a span of over 200hp, while there is barely a 100hp span from the entry 469hp GT model to the 577hp R model.

Regarding the 18 911 models, that's semantics and it has always seemed a bit silly to me the big deal that's made of it. Setting aside the limited-run naturally aspirated models which are not offered consistently, there are really only five trim levels: base, S, GTS, Turbo, and Turbo S. Sure, there are three body styles - coupe, convertible, and targa. And there are both AWD and RWD drive type. But lots of vehicles on the market today offer choice of drive type and choice of body style. If you look at the 3 Series, for example, there are just five trim levels, 320i, 320d, 330i, 330e, 340i. But if you throw in the different drive types and body styles, you get well over a dozen models too.

[Nkc]

This is the car I wished day and night that bmw built. Just extremely sexy and capable and a true contender to the 911. This is the Benz to be respected.