Mercedes-AMG unveils all-electric GT 4-Door coupe, marking end of internal combustion era
The new GT 55 and GT 63 variants offer up to 1,153 hp and a WLTP range of 474 miles, with a 2027 model year launch scheduled.
Mercedes-AMG has officially unveiled the all-electric GT 4-Door coupe at a launch event in Los Angeles on 20 May 2026, signalling a definitive shift away from internal combustion engines for the performance division. The vehicle abandons the traditional 'EQ' nomenclature, utilising YASA axial e-motors and Formula 1-derived battery cells within an 800V architecture. Two variants are confirmed for the 2027 model year: the GT 55 producing 805 hp and the GT 63 delivering up to 1,153 hp, with a WLTP range of up to 474 miles.
The launch event featured high-profile attendees including F1 drivers George Russell, Toto Wolff, and Kimi Antonelli, alongside celebrities Brad Pitt, Jacob Elordi, and Kevin Hart. Russell presented the new car while the others watched from makeshift grandstands, underscoring the brand's intent to position the electric GT as a flagship performance machine rather than a niche electric vehicle.
Under the skin, the GT employs a skateboard chassis with a centre spine similar to a transmission tunnel to house critical components. Power is delivered by YASA axial e-motors, which Mercedes-Benz states offer a 67 percent reduction in weight and physical length compared to traditional radial-flux motors. The GT 55 produces 805 hp and 1,800 Nm of torque, while the GT 63 bumps these figures to 1,153 hp and 2,000 Nm.
Energy storage is provided by 2,660 cylindrical cells housed in a load-bearing structure with 106 kWh of usable capacity. The 800V architecture supports charging rates of up to 600 kW, allowing for a 10–80 percent charge in as little as 11 minutes. Aerodynamic efficiency is prioritised, with a drag coefficient of 0.22 achieved through venturi flow elements, an active rear diffuser, and optional aero wheels, contributing to the vehicle's impressive range figures.
Despite the electric powertrain, the GT retains the performance credentials expected of the AMG badge, with a claimed 0–60 mph time of 2.0 seconds for the GT 63. The vehicle features active air suspension and hydraulic roll control systems to manage its curb weight of approximately 2,460 kg. Mercedes declined to confirm whether a gasoline or hybrid GT four-door will join the lineup, though it noted that new Euro 7 compliant engines are in development.
