Mercedes AMG GT R info
The new Mercedes AMG GT-R is more sexy, more powerful and more awe-inspiring. High-speed thrills don’t get more exciting than this. As a hard-core performance machine, you will be surprised at how well it behaves on the city roads. Then, burn up the tar on the open road and feel the unique AMG power that makes it a racetrack model.
The Exterior
Stand back and admire the new, awesome imposing silhouette of this bold supercar. The ‘Panamericana’ grille with its wide-spaced vertical slats gives it a distinctive look. The shape is curvaceous and seductive with a huge rounded front and long, low-slung bonnet that extends as far as the eye can see.At the rear are new LED taillights with darkened elements. The new rear diffuser features two twin trapezoidal tailpipe trims in high-gloss chrome, enhancing the dynamic look. On the sides, there is a striking new skirt design with pronounced contours and additional trim elements that flow into the powerful shoulders.
The Interior
The luxe cabin of the Mercedes AMG GT-R is modern and attractive, designed for the ultimate sporty feel. Seats have a contoured shape with inbuilt head restraints for support when you are in racetrack driving position.There is a fully digital 12.3-inch instrument-cluster display and a new 10.3-inch multimedia-centre display with innovative display switches.For added thrills, there is a new AMG Track Pace virtual race engineer COMMAND application, allowing you to monitor your lap times.
Run your hands over the steering wheel, it is covered in luxurious Nappa leather. The AMG steering wheel with AMG Drive Unit control buttons ensure that you have instant access to all the functions of this beauty. Feel and enjoy the plush ambience of the hand crafted work that makes this vehicle ultra-special.
The Drive
The Mercedes AMG GT-R is a front-engine, rear-wheel drive, powered by a turbocharged 4.0-litre V-8 engine and a dual-clutch 7-speed automatic transmission. This model features an aerodynamics package that increases downforce, improving grip and performance on the road. Feel the rush as you sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds. If you get onto the racetrack, you can push this beauty to top speeds of 300 km/h. Experience the nine-position traction control for controlled skidding, operated by a knob in the middle of the dash. Drive on the city roads and be amazed at how well this racetrack model performs in low-key. Choose your mode from Comfort, Sport or Sport+. The drive is taut, sharp and agile. The roar of the engine will certainly turn heads as you fly past. Racetrack models are not big on Driver Assist Features but you do have Front and Rear Cameras, Automatic high-beams, Parking sensors, Attention Assist and Mercedes-Benz’s Pre-Safe collision-avoidance systems.
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