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Mercedes-Benz AMG GT: Trims, Generations & Buyer's Guide
Last updated August 4, 2026
The Mercedes-AMG GT is a family of high-performance luxury grand tourers that has included two-door coupes and convertibles as well as a four-door fastback. It is known for combining sports-car speed and handling with a rich cabin and more everyday usability than a stripped-down track car.
From the original two-seat V8 car onward, the AMG GT has aimed to feel serious on a winding road without giving up Mercedes comfort. The four-door branch stretched that idea into an adult-friendly fastback with useful cargo space, while special versions pushed harder toward track driving. Across generations, the common thread is strong performance, a driver-focused cabin, and a practical side that makes the car easier to live with.
Strengths
- It delivers serious acceleration while retaining the comfort and finish expected of a Mercedes.
- Its hatchback-based designs provide useful cargo room for a performance car.
- The four-door branch adds genuine adult passenger space without losing the AMG GT's performance focus.
- Recent two-door models are easier to use every day thanks to a larger cabin, all-wheel drive on most versions, and a more practical layout.
- Performance versions use features such as active suspension, rear-wheel steering, and specialized aerodynamic parts to sharpen their responses.
Who it's for
The AMG GT suits someone who wants genuine sports-car character but still values cabin comfort and day-to-day usefulness. The two-door models fit drivers who put style and handling first, while the four-door versions make more sense for shoppers who regularly carry adults or luggage.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT lineup
In recent lineups, the GT 43 is the entry point: the two-door is the lighter, rear-wheel-drive four-cylinder choice, while the four-door uses a six-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive. Pick the six-cylinder GT 53 four-door for a middle ground between the GT 43 and the V8-powered GT 63, while the GT 55 is the gateway to V8 power in the current two-door generation. The GT 63 is the main high-performance V8 tier across the two-door and four-door branches. The GT 63 PRO places greater emphasis on track hardware, while the GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE models use plug-in hybrid assistance for the range's strongest acceleration. Among older two-seat cars, the GT S sat above the base GT, while the GT R, GT R PRO, and Black Series moved progressively closer to track-car territory.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT generations
From 2016 to 2026, the AMG GT spans two generations. The current 2nd Generation — C192 Two-Door Coupe, with X290 4-Door Coupe arrived for 2024, following the 1st Generation — C190/R190 Two-Seater and X290 4-Door Coupe (2016–2023).
2nd Generation — C192 Two-Door Coupe, with X290 4-Door Coupe (2024–Present)
The redesigned C192 two-door coupe is larger and more practical than its predecessor, with standard AWD, rear-wheel steering and a modern touchscreen cabin. The first-generation X290 four-door continues alongside it through 2026.
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2026
Both body styles carry over without meaningful updates. This is the final year for the first-generation four-door before its planned electric replacement.
2025Trim changes
The rear-wheel-drive GT 43, track-focused GT 63 PRO and plug-in-hybrid GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE join the two-door coupe range. The four-door carries over.
2024New generation
The two-door coupe returns fully redesigned in GT 55 and GT 63 form, with standard AWD, a roomier body and a modern touchscreen cabin. The four-door receives updated front styling on six-cylinder models, updated infotainment and wireless charging.
1st Generation — C190/R190 Two-Seater and X290 4-Door Coupe (2016–2023)
The AMG GT began as a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive coupe with a twin-turbo V8, followed by a roadster. The four-seat X290 fastback joined for 2019 with AWD and either six-cylinder or V8 power, then became the only AMG GT body style after the two-seater ended its U.S. run in 2021.
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The V8-powered GT 63 and GT 63 S four-doors return with smoother front styling and an improved adaptive air suspension.
2022Trim changes
The four-door gains a standard surround-view camera, steering-wheel drive controls and a redesigned steering wheel.
2021Trim changes
The GT 43 joins the four-door range and the track-focused Black Series joins the two-seat lineup. Four-door models also adopt a newer touchscreen system.
2020Mid-cycle update
The two-seat range receives revised styling, digital gauges, a larger center display and new handling controls. The GT R PRO and GT R Roadster also join.
2019Trim changes
The first four-door AMG GT joins in GT 53, GT 63 and GT 63 S form. The two-seat range receives no broad redesign.
2018Mid-cycle update
Every two-seat model gets the vertical-bar grille, the GT and GT S coupes gain power, and new roadster, GT C and GT R versions expand the range.
2017Trim changes
A 456-hp AMG GT Coupe joins as the entry model below the GT S.
2016New generation
The first-generation AMG GT debuts in the U.S. as the two-seat, rear-wheel-drive GT S coupe.
What's new by year
See what changed in a specific model year of the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT a coupe, convertible, or four-door?
It has been all three. The first-generation two-seat AMG GT came as a fixed-roof Coupe or soft-top Roadster. A separate four-door fastback joined later, and the second-generation two-door returned as a larger Coupe. Mercedes calls the fastback a 4-Door Coupe, but it has four doors and a rear liftgate.
What is the AMG GT known for?
It is known for mixing sports-car performance with a luxury cabin and useful touring ability. Depending on the version, that can mean a handcrafted V8, advanced suspension and track hardware, or four adult seats and a liftback cargo area.
Is the AMG GT practical enough to drive every day?
Yes, especially in four-door form. The four-door has adult passenger space and a large liftback opening, while newer two-doors have a roomier body, rear seating and hatchback cargo access. Track-focused versions trade some everyday ease for firmer, more specialized hardware.
Does the AMG GT come as a hybrid?
Yes. Six-cylinder four-door models use mild-hybrid assistance, which supports the gas engine but is not meant for electric-only driving. Newer GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE models are plug-in hybrids that pair a V8 with a rear electric motor and focus on acceleration rather than long electric range.
Is every AMG GT all-wheel drive?
No. First-generation two-seat cars are rear-wheel drive, as is the newer four-cylinder GT 43 Coupe. The four-door range uses variable all-wheel drive, and the newer V8 two-door models also use all-wheel drive. Drivetrain therefore depends on the body style, era and trim.
How has the AMG GT changed across its generations?
The original AMG GT was a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive sports car offered as a Coupe or Roadster. The separate four-door fastback arrived later with four seats and all-wheel drive. The redesigned two-door returned for 2024 with a larger cabin, standard all-wheel drive on V8 trims and more everyday usefulness.
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Reviews
What owners are saying about the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
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“Only buy if you are a high tech nerd because the car is 60% high tech. If you are a high tech nerd, you will have lots of fun with the car, and driving it will be fun too! Only buy the base model (GT 43) because the faster models still don't make it a "super car," just more expensive.”
“Be prepared for expensive maintenance costs as well as frequent blowouts if you hit potholes. Also, get a radar detector as you will over the speed limit immediately.”
“Check out the muffler/exhaust system... the one on this car makes a high pitched whizzing noise that I don't personally like... I'd change it if I could.”
“Great looking car, amazing driving performance (handling, accelerating, braking).”
“Love the car. Great performance and looks great. Only complaint thus far is a lot of road noise.”