Lower powered version of AMG GT coupe variant will still deliver a sub four-second 0-100km/h time.
Following hot on the heels of the second-generation Mercedes-AMG GT 63 comes the softer and less expensive 53 model.
Sightings of the new AMG GT 53 undergoing development highlight some fresh design details – indicating a full reveal can’t be too far away. The overall design of the 53 won’t differ too much from the 63, although there are some key changes denoting this car’s less aggressive approach.
The front end will get its own bumper layout with smaller air intakes to the sides and a new style of Mercedes’ ‘Panamerica’ grille. We’ve already seen the split five-spoke 20-inch wheels on the new SL 43 – which now shares the same platform as the AMG GT.
Behind the front wheel is a small air vent that looks closer to the one on the SL than the vertical opening of the AMG GT 63. To the rear the diffuser is similar to the 63’s but does without the lower extension.
In terms of power we expect the 53 will get a version of the straight-six found in the new CLE 53. It’s a mild-hybrid turbocharged six-cylinder petrol and in the AMG GT 53 we should see 350kW and 700Nm of torque – enough for a 0-100km/h time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 293km/h. Power will be sent to all four wheels using Mercedes’ 4MATIC system that’s driven through a nine-speed automatic transmission.
The GT 63 comes with adaptive dampers, rear-axle steering and an electric limited-slip differential, plus a hydraulic anti-roll bar system that can control the car’s ride height. We’ll have to wait and see how much of this car’s technical wizardry makes it over to the 53, but it’s likely you’ll be able to add some of this kit as an optional extra.