Preview by Veeno Dewan
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT XX is a groundbreaking all-electric concept sedan supercar that showcases the brand’s future performance potential. With over 1,340 horsepower, extreme aerodynamics (Cd 0.198), and record-breaking endurance, the XX features: radical new lightweight axial-flux electric motors, 800V ultra-fast charging, and an advanced cooling system. The purpose of the AMG GT XX is to demonstrate the future of AMG performance with full electrification and to push the boundaries of EV endurance, aerodynamics, and charging technology.
To show its potential, the concept Mercedes-AMG GT XX ran at the prestigious Nardò test track in Italy in 2025. The GT XX (two actual cars) ran continuously for just under eight days, setting more than 25 long-distance speed and endurance records in the process. Running nonstop except for 900-kW rapid charges, the faster of the two cars competing managed to cover 5,479 kilometers in 24 hours. The GT XX also set endurance records in seven different hour-long races. The number of distance-traveled records was also set.
The AMG GT XX is also phenomenally aero-efficient—its drag coefficient is an incredible 0.20. Advanced aerodynamics, a front splitter, side air curtain, and underfloor vanes reduce lift, while AMG’s active air control panel optimises cooling. There’s also a pop-up rear air brake.
“The purpose of the Mercedes- Benz AMG GT XX is to demonstrate the future capability of fully electrified AMG performance vehicles. The record-breaking prototype’s potential has already pushed the boundaries of EV endurance, aerodynamics, and charging technology.”
Interior-wise, the GT XX emphasises efficiency and lightweight construction for record-setting purposes. The bare racing look is highlighted by carbon fibre seat shells, and the steering wheel is a cut-down rectangular yoke inspired by Formula One racing cars. It’s connected to the car via an aircraft-style steer-by-wire system. The Concept GT XX minimalist mostly black interior is highlighted with orange accents, race-inspired seats, exposed fasteners, and machined aluminum detailing. A 10.3-inch screen handles displays and instrumentation, while a 14.0-inch touchscreen runs an MBUX-based system with a proprietary GT EV graphical interface.
The upcoming XX GT-derived Mercedes-AMG GT EV is said to be a hyper-performance, all-electric four-door sedan that offers phenomenal performance, engineering, and technology in a more comfortable package. Also, with a claimed 1,340 horsepower, a 223-mph top speed, and a low coefficient of drag, the GT EV straddles that rarified space between Supercars and uber-luxury sports sedans.
“With a claimed 1,340 horsepower, lightning-fast acceleration and a 223-mph (323 kph) top speed, the AMG GT XX straddles that rarified space between Supercars and uber -luxury sports sedans.” The AMG GT XX will be a limited-run sedan to challenge the Porsche Taycan Turbo and Audi e-Tron RSe GS.”
The AMG GT looks amazing with a dramatically steeply sloping roofline and bodywork optimized for total aerodynamic efficiency. There has been little compromise compared to the record-breaking GT XX concept cars, as the GT retains features such as the flush-mounted door handles and sculpted body contours. Here’s hoping that shockingly bright orange body color and black detailing remain on the production versions!
The 2027 AMG GT offers phenomenal engineering, with input from the Mercedes–Benz/Petronas Formula One team engineers and the Mercedes performance YASA electric-motor subdivision to develop the triple-electric-motor setup. The AMG GT’s three electric motors deliver an awesome 1,341 horsepower (1,000 kW) and provide all-wheel drive. The motors are packaged into two drive units: the rear-mounted unit comprises two motors, and the front unit has one. These motors also use an axial-flux design, which delivers more power in a smaller, lighter package.
The all-wheel-drive system, dubbed AMG Performance 4MATIC+, allows the three motors to operate independently for maximum traction, and the front motor can decouple itself to increase efficiency. A variety of drive models are available, from Comfort to Sport+. With 850 kW of charging power, 400 km of electric range can be added in five minutes.
The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT XX Concept harks back to the possibility of creating an all-electric benchmark sedan to match such all-electric four-door stalwarts as the Porsche Taycan Turbo and the Audi e-Tron RS GTS.
The Concept AMG GT XX is a game-changer in terms of showcasing what an EV sedan could be capable of. No doubt, there will be spin-offs from the record-breaking XX that will appear in future Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles. Mercedes-AMG performance fans are looking forward to the chance that the AMG GT XX will make it to production, albeit slightly toned down. The price of a 2027 Mercedes-AMG GT EV is expected to start around $230,000 (US), with very limited availability.
