Mercedes-AMG unveils electric GT 4-Door Coupé with 1,153 hp

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its first dedicated electric vehicle, the new GT 4-Door Coupé, marking a significant shift for the performance brand by abandoning its traditional V8 engines for a fully electric powertrain. The flagship model, the GT 63, produces a staggering 1,153 horsepower and 1,475 pound-feet of torque, making it the most powerful vehicle ever produced by the brand.

The car's performance is enabled by a new 800-volt AMG.EA platform and a trio of axial-flux electric motors, a technology the company says is making its first series-production appearance in a fully electric car. These motors are significantly more compact and lighter than conventional units, contributing to a low center of gravity. The system allows the GT 63 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.0 seconds, with a top speed electronically limited to 186 mph. A less powerful GT 55 variant will also be available, producing 805 horsepower.

A key technological highlight is the vehicle's charging capability. The 106 kWh battery supports ultra-fast charging at up to 600 kW, which the company states can replenish the battery from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 11 minutes, adding an estimated 286 miles of...