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

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.More: New Base Mercedes-AMG GT 43 Trades V8 For 4-Cylinder EngineThe 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.