2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 53

　　

2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Review

byMichael CantuCorrespondent

　　Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at zzdcar and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.

　　, rating written byMichael CantuVehicle Test Editor

　　Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at zzdcar in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.

　　The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT debuted back for 2016 as a high-performance performance coupe developed to take on the renowned Porsche 911. Mercedes eventually discontinued it after the 2021 model year, but sports car fans should be excited to know that the two-door AMG GT is coming back for 2024.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT 53 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.78 per gallon for premium unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$222/mo  for AMG GT 53

　　AMG GT 53

　　53 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 9A) (Most Popular) - $109,450 MSRP

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　　$198/mo

　　Avg. Large Car

　　Returning after a short hiatus is the stunning and potent AMG GT Coupe. Powered by a turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine, it will offer as much as 577 horsepower and sport standard all-wheel drive and four-wheel steering. Perhaps the most major change is the addition of a back seat. Originally designed as a two-seater, the new GT Coupe now comes with two additional, albeit very small, rear seats. The cargo area has also been enlarged for increased practicality, making the GT Coupe a better option for long-distance drives. To learn more about the new iteration, check out our dedicated 2024 Mercedes GT Coupe article.

　　With the return of the coupe model, the AMG GT lineup is one of few that offers luxurious performance-oriented two- and four-door body styles. But it's not the only one you should consider. The BMW 8 Series should also pique your interest because it's available as a large and powerful coupe, convertible and sedan called the Gran Coupe. The Porsche Panamera is another compelling option that offers a variety of powertrain choices, but if you prefer two doors, there's of course, the 911. Check back in the coming months as we learn more about what's in store for the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Please note that this rating is based on a prior year of the AMG GT sedan. It may change slightly as more information about the 2024 model becomes available.

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

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　　7.6

　　out of 10

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Performance

8.0/10

　　How does the AMG GT drive? We tested the GT 53 sedan. Its engine feels strong and responsive around town and is incredibly smooth. Standard all-wheel drive means plenty of traction too. At our test track, the AMG GT 53 accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. That's on par with other rival six-cylinder sport sedans we've tested such as the Audi S7 and BMW 840i Gran Coupe. The automatic transmission downshifts quickly when you need it and smoothly when you don't. The GT 53's engine stop-start system is unobtrusive too.

　　Unfortunately, the rest of the GT 53 can't match the engine's strong performance. Every car in this class is big and heavy, but the GT 53 doesn't hide its mass as well as the Porsche Panamera or Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing. The suspension helps it corner flat, but the steering lacks the precision we want from a truly great sport sedan. The brakes, too, were off the mark in our emergency braking distance tests, though they feel plenty strong in day-to-day driving. A wide turning radius that makes it hard to pull off tight U-turns is another demerit here.

　　

Comfort

8.0/10

　　How comfortable is the AMG GT? The AMG GT 53's suspension is tuned firmer than we'd prefer from a sport sedan. While it's comfortable on smooth highways, the car transmits more road imperfections into the cabin than the Audi S7 or BMW 8 Series Gran Coupe. Wind and road noise is higher than we prefer too. At least the inline-six's exhaust note sounds pretty sweet.

　　Our test vehicle was equipped with the optional AMG Performance seats. They're thinly padded and don't offer much adjustment unless you opt for the additional adjustment package at an extra cost. Heated and ventilated seats are an option, too, as is a rear bench seat. Seems like nickel and diming to us. That said, the front seats are comfortable, and the rear buckets are well padded.

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