2024 Mercedes AMG GT Review: Last Real AMG? 4K

[@adityavishwanath1676]

WHAT IS WRONG WITH RORY. THIS IS DROP DEAD GORGEOUS

[@BabyKobeeee]

The side angle looks very strange and the spoiler looks terrible

[@christophebrou1178]

I think the exterior looks gorgeous,but the layout of the interior is horrible!

[@yanis_s500]

@@BabyKobeeee Adding a real back spoiler would look super cool.

[@srspower]

@@BabyKobeeee I'd bin the spoiler yes but other than that I think it looks beautiful from the side and everywhere else.

[@adityavishwanath1676]

@@christophebrou1178 hmm. I love the ambient lighting and stuff. But yea, something just doesn’t feel 160 thousand pound worthy. Plus, it hasn’t got the performance of a 911 to warrant a spartan interior anyway.

[@ericship8383]

The fact that this weighs as much as a hellcat is embarrassing

[@N4S1R-]

Why

[@almac9203]

This is almost 2 tons. That's too much

[@VirtousStoic]

The 160k price is just stupid for such a meh car for it's price range and competitors Better buy a barebones porsche for the feeling driver experience and appeal and aethetic

[@ZX-mg5xs]

Looks like AMG has made it more a tourer than sports car, maybe because it didnt sell well before, if it drives well who cares

[@jarden5]

its just much faster and better

[@supersnail5000]

The issue is that the SL basically was already a soft GT car, then the AMG GT was a sports/european-muscle car, now their lineup just has two grandtourers

[@jfletcher1029]

It's a miracle the SL wasn't discontinued. Making it a soft top only limits the market even more, potentially pushing customers to the GT if not for the price.

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

The GTR will be the sport/supersport car maybe idk.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@jfletcher1029why? The older gtc and gtr roadsters, both of which had soft tops instead, out sold the SL. Now the SL becomes the new roadster version of the GT, and you people still complain 😂😂.

[@jackmarston2515]

​@@F1ll1nTh3Blanksthere's no more GTR. Instead it's GT43, GT55, and GT63. They do have a GT63pro that's a bit better in the curves and also the hybrid SE versions, but no GTR as you think of it.

[@jfletcher1029]

@@jackmarston2515 Exactly. The SL was vastly outsold which is why I said it was a miracle it was not discontinued. Now with a soft top it makes it even harder to sell.

[@lizparks1662]

Rori is blind, this car is beautiful from every angle! It's a lot more special and headturning than the 911, I'd rank it the same or just slightly below the Aston Martin it competed against

[@Buran01]

Is good looking but very heavy; the previous model is faster in a track; this thing weights more than most of SL; same mistake as the Revuelto. They are heavier than even EVs.

[@n1nja762]

He's a car reviewer, he has an opinion. At least you know he is not a shill and purposely says things that everyone agrees with.

[@bucwolf]

@@n1nja762 it is beautiful, but now I cannot unser the blobfish

[@vindevhunta4905]

​@Buran01 previous gen more pronounced front mid engined layout looks better "strict 2 seater"...this to me is just a SL coupe ....previous gen -AMG ..

[@angrysocialjusticewarrior]

@@Buran01 I think it was always the GTR version that was meant to be track focused while the GT version is meant for comfortable but fast long distance driving on roads.

[@Tuppence442]

Usually I'm quite picky about car design, but I actually don't mind the way this looks. Sure, its predecessor was a masterclass in aggressive elegance, which itself was a solid evolution of the excellent SLS AMG. But while this car probably isn't as nice as either of those, I've seen a lot worse when it comes to the replacement of certain cars in the last decade. Maybe it is a little too similar to the old car without really improving anything, but as a tamer and more relaxed take on the formula, it kind of works.

[@dusandestanovic5884]

I love the design of the rear.

[@earthkeeper.2560]

This is not a video nor a review, this..... this is art moving through time and space. What a piece! Amazing job!!

[@claudiuberta5688]

My top 3 car journalist channels - Autotrader - Throttle house - Hagerty

[@nhlakaniphomthethwa3378]

No Carwow?

[@gb649]

The straight pipes

[@claudiuberta5688]

@@nhlakaniphomthethwa3378 I like Carwow as well, but they are lacking comparing to this channels in many aspects, I feel like Matt doesn't offer any substance apart from reviewing the car features, he's not a story teller, he doesn't put any emotion into his reviews, and the other aspect is the video quality production, again nothing special.

[@nhlakaniphomthethwa3378]

@claudiuberta5688 alright, fair enough. Have a good day

[@BinaryBlueBull]

Throttle house is amazing. In my humble opinion they are number one. The vibe between those two is just awesome, as is the review itself, the humour, the sketches (oh man, the sketches) the storytelling, the technical information,... While it's a completely different format with completely different personalities, the general vibe of Throttle House sometimes make me think (a bit) of the Top Gear of old, though that is still in a league of its own. TH is just an allround fantastic channel that deserves more subscribers than CarWow has, which I like too but I do think the host is a bit annoying

[@elijahvdp]

This gen looks far better than the previous one in my opinion.

[@balexander1658]

This thing warms my heart. FINALLY Merc respecting the AMG moniker. It looks awesome, sounds awesome and does AMG things. A worthy GT.

[@sveeny]

Is it? They added 350kg, ditched RWD, ditched dry sump system, ditched front-mid-engine layout, ditched dual clutch gearbox, ditched hydraulic steering etc. Literally took everything away from what made the last one special. It‘s basically a rebadged SL.

[@maximborodyuk3773]

@@sveeny ironically once they ditched the Viper-based platform, all they could do is amg-usual steaming pile of shit with a weight of 50k pickup truck.

[@fifteen8850]

@@sveenyGT stands for Grand Tourer

[@sveeny]

@@fifteen8850 yeah I also mentioned that in another comment. It‘s now more true to it‘s name. So Mercedes has another grand tourer now and no sports car anymore 😅

[@fifteen8850]

@@sveeny except it’s still a proper sports car, if we’re going off what Roy’s saying

[@godlynt1359]

i thought the blobfish reference was weird, it doesnt look anywhere near a "blob". And saying the arches are not wide enough is ridiculous, if you look at it from the rear, its wider than anything i have seen the past 2 years from other brands. It looks perfect in terms of what bmw comes out with.

[@JeffHamler-wu7nd]

Lil bro I just happen to believe you are the absolute greatest car reviewer who ever lived, a master of your craft, a poet and the very best. I’m so damned proud of you 👏🏾. I love every review I’ve ever seen by you sir. You’re a great man 🙏🏾💪🏾👊🏾 Jeff from California ✌🏾

[@nanov252]

the recording of this videos is just in another level. Congrats dude

[@duffydon1741]

The best part of this review is Rory himself!!!

[@MurtazaK1]

Me sipping on my double espresso whilst watching this amazing beast of a car ☕️

[@Susanthuo426]

Funny enough....please talk about the car first show the interior . .then ride.....now you are having all the fun

[@igyoutubechannel]

Looks stunning!. Best looking sports car right now

[@adityavishwanath1676]

I LOVE the way it looks

[@srspower]

03:25 are you kidding? Sure the EV thing they make looks like a fish but the amg gt is stunningly beautiful. Probably the prettiest car made currently.

[@Mav86asian]

Prettiest car? Oh come on. Compared to Aston’s new Vantage?

[@Scorpio1075]

@@Mav86asian I love both, I think the new Aston Martin is badass looking, but the new AMG GT is timelessly beautiful with its clean curvy design language.

[@futuretyrant2905]

@@Mav86asian definitely prettier than the new vantage imo

[@StandingUpForBetter]

This car sounds GLORIOUS! With that said, I do have to say, for the money, the Vantage looks more special.

[@djtallybee]

Am a car enthusiast, you just got a new permanent subscriber

[@dair919]

I'd save my imaginary money and bag one of the earlier gen AMG GTs, those look far better IMO

[@elunubi2820]

That lion biting off a giraffes head and thinking of taking a nap...CLASSIC 👌

[@MrVroom1]

The weight of this is ridiculous

[@phiwemnguni5958]

Especially for a sports car, ICE and 2024 model. All of these are reason enough to be way lesser weight.

[@CHIEF_420]

⛽️🧂

[@justthevoicebackup280]

Suddenly the DB12 & V12 DBS seem lean.

[@lachlanB323]

A model 3 performance is like 150kg lighter. Crazy.

[@beinjar5634]

Lightweight is uncomfortable, the reason why Bugatti / Rolls Royce is very comfortable and stable, of course this is not a salon is a proper sport car that weight is needed for extra balance and extreme grip. A car that weighs 1400 kg Ferrari for example isn’t comfortable as this car though it’s a sport car

[@davidjjoffe]

Excellent journalist. Excellent review. Keep up the great work young man!

[@gcosmecorral2652]

Gonna defend Rory. I couldn’t agree more with him. Hate the new look and the fact that the interior is not special anymore, just taken from the SL. Rory is one pf the last journalist that truly says what he thinks

[@jackmarston2515]

This and the SL are essentially the same car. Ones a roadster the other is a coupe.

[@a1reader]

Amazing video. Love your content. Some of the best automotive stuff on KZbin. Always love to watch this channel. Well done and please keep making great videos.

[@julianton3340]

The ONLY GUY on the entire planet, who‘s not fond of the exterior design of the new AMG GT. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@AnkurSikka]

Love the AMG. That design. It is one expensive fish.

[@alexandermehegan5129]

Wrong - Wrong - Rory ! Best Looking Silver 3 Pointer in Years - 175 Bags is a Snip 🥰 I've just specced Mine for my Birthday 🎂

[@Mos41f]

As great as this car is, I don't see how any sensible person would prefer this over the Ferrari Roma, which costs exactly the same and weighs a whopping 500 Kgs less!

[@almac9203]

Isn't the Ferrari like £20k more before factoring the expensive Ferrari options? I would also prefer the Ferrari.

[@houssamalucad753]

Reliability maybe? The AMG engine was in production for a decade in multiple models, I trust it way more than a Ferrari's engine, and I bet maintenance on a Mercedes is much lower too...

[@harryyyyyyyyyyy7273]

ferrari interior is worse, being a ferrari pumps up the prices (second hand this thing will cost A LOT less than a second hand roma) but the vantage is the best compromise imo. Best interior, great dynamics, great sound, and imo best looks (the roma kinda copied the previous gen vantage with its design and also looks a lot worse in person)

[@vonrichthofen5734]

part of the extra weight is the AWD, and i think for many people in colder climates thats exactly the reason why they would choose it over a Roma

[@xeroeddie]

Buying a car in this price range isn't sensible. It's all about how you feel about the car personally. For me, the Roma just doesn't do it for me, no matter how sensible it is compared to this car. Not hating on the Roma. Just not for me.

[@franciskeikeire3662]

LOL!! Were those coffee beans flying out of the exhaust pipes. Someone give Rory an award. In stitches

[@donaldvankleeck2004]

I LOVE the way it looks! I do think the infotainment screen should be better integrated into the dash design. Small issue I noticed when test driving an AMG GT 55 was the cup holders are too close together, two large drinks will not fit, an extra inch of space between the two cup holders would have been ideal. The large lift gate, rear storage area, and shelf behind the front seats makes the AMG GT 55 a car you can use every day! Easier to swallow the price is you get to enjoy it every day and it's not just a weekend toy.

[@supernova874]

"I did my research ,trust me" and we see Rory converted to a can of sardines 🤣 awesome review and video in general mate

[@BlessBeNice]

To me everything is perfect and lovely. Those lil bit plastic rims its fine with me. those back lights eye shadow is gorgeous. I love it mate.

[@Woodbang.parametric]

It's weird this car. It's an SL with a hard top and it's a better looking, less practical version of AMG GT 4 door at the same time. Personally I'd go with used AMG GT. It's a more driver oriented car with less weight and RWD only.

[@MayorSom]

Espressed it really well with a hint of boldness

[@urbanstrencan]

Rory great review. So what are you choosing for crossing Europe AMG GT, Bentley Continental, Aston Martin Vantage, Ferrari Roma or Porsche 911 Turbo?

[@bonganimazibuko1901]

"One thing neither of its rivals can offer... A Large boot"😂 Vantage all the way, pity I can't spec a red interior

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

They should have released a GT55 in the UK with RWD only for less weight and V8 for 145, 20K off the Vantage for not much less performance. This car right now is less fun, less exciting and less exotic than a Vantage for a similar price. Insanity. The 2nd hand rates will be absolute freelo though, so it's not all for loss.

[@fifteen8850]

Wut

[@Tista_acc]

The fact that I waited for this video. Autotrader knows how to film these videos.

[@farishanafiah8461]

6:10 Having the option to select the bench is a brilliant idea. Those rear seats are a complete joke. If I really need rear seat practicality, I'd buy an estate car, not a sports car or a supercar. Having a bench definitely helps a lot for added boot space.

[@KORNABLOCK]

Why am i missing all of these post. I am subscribed and i didn''t even know this post existed.

[@chrisc.3193]

Good review as always Rory. Subjectivity is interesting..... I love the added design on the wheels and also think black around taillight surrounds MAKES the look of a car. As it also does on say a Lotus Elise or a 360 or 355!

[@danielharper635]

I got my dream car in late ‘02, an ‘03 S55 AMG Mercedes. It’s a 4800# 4dr luxury sedan, SUPERcharged V8. When I purchased it, it would run out against the governor at 178mph, and when it hit that top speed, the nose would drop! At first service the dealer turned the governor back to 156mph. There’s no doubt in my mind the car would run what is on the speedometer, 200mph, and it would, I governed, do it today. Today, only 140k miles and never a wrench on it except for service and battery replacement. I love it and would never sell it because you can’t buy anything close to it. BTW, on a trip on the freeway, driving ‘sanely’, it will give you 23-24mpg.

[@davyngoveni1494]

I will have the vantage...thanks

[@Kurosaka]

i actually love this new redesign

[@mikadavies660]

This particular AMG also happens to be one of the supercars that devalues fastest. So second hand it's a great deal.... but buying new is a great way to loose £75,000 as soon as it exits the showroom.

[@davidmitchell5638]

Yeah for us car enthusiasts who own multiple cars, used is the way! But for people with money like our parents they want their stuff to be brand new.

[@SH57578]

This is a new car so there isn’t any data on that subject. The prior generation will likely hold its value much better than this; it’s just a dressed up SL. The last and only real AMG GT was an engineering masterpiece with a better weight distribution than a Caymen, excellent dual clutch, and FR mid engine layout with transaxle configuration. That’s the AMG GTR then Black Series versions held lap records for FR cars all around the world, including the ring. This is an SL with fancy stuff glued to it. I like the car by the way, it just isn’t built in the vision of the old one.

[@nick.i.am97]

Loved that Intro 😍🥳

[@cantcatchm3m5]

This update makes it more like the spiritual successor of the Porsche 928 with the change to 2+2, long hood- especially from rear 3/4 view. If they added the adjustable gauge pod that moves with the steering wheel

[@CR71243]

What a beautiful Aston Martin!

[@KanzereSalim]

You for real😅

[@jaynavygrey]

yeah... Rory have you bumped your head my dude? This Benz gorgeous

[@irfanmohinudeen1256]

Looks are personal... I think this looks absolutely beautiful and probably one of the best designs to come out of Mercedes in recent years

[@anthonye.williams1448]

Bought this after watching the review... great video

[@adilou9633]

Looks gorgeous 😍 🤩🤩🤩

[@jesuismika]

Love the new design of this car, 1000 times better than the old.

[@MuppetsSh0w]

Yeah if you're 60 and want something comfortable to carry your old ass.

[@fifteen8850]

@@MuppetsSh0wno reason to be an absolute jerk 😂

[@GasperMechanic]

Are you interested

[@jeremyzhang5695]

It makes me appreciate new vantage more

[@downshiftpedal]

Best review of this car my a mile 😊

[@ELXABER]

I like the AWD, the Robin Hood tail section is atrocious, but the interior needs to step it up. The Vantage is the new benchmark for this price bracket for interior IMO.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I never really liked the MBUX tablet infotainment system. I think it looked odd in the S-class W223, but was OK in the C-class and smaller cars. The S-class, E-class and AMG GT need the HYPERSCREEN with the passenger display instead.

[@danielayodele7350]

@RoryReid, I don't know where you guys get your background soundtracks from (cue head-bopping neck muscle activity), but this one was banging, just like that awesome music emanating from the AMG GT Coupe's double-barrelled shotguns at the voluptuous derriere. I agree with your assessment re the pricetag and the Aston Martin Vanquish comparison was spot-on, simply because the interior in the Brit is more special, and therefore, warrants the higher OTR, given the same power plant. However, this delayed gratification exercise from AMG gives the Petrolhead Diehards like us, some hope, at least from soul-destroying electrification. "Right Jurgen, let's burn some rubber!"

[@EGamer05]

I love the car even though it’s too heavy

[@aoo2645]

Too heavy for you to lift or curl?

[@EGamer05]

@@aoo2645car weight I mean

[@JayDee-b5u]

I think it looks great. Not sure what the issue is.

[@larsstougaard7097]

Grumpy old man 😅

[@MuppetsSh0w]

The issue is the previous generation. GT became a soft car for old people.

[@CARELESSuwu]

0:50 they actually put coffee beans in the exhaust 😂

[@KuyaArbee]

this is a GRAND TOURING / LONG DRIVE KING! honestly! it looks GORGEOUS !

[@mra9085]

So at 2 tonnes this isn’t a sports car but a Continental GT/Aston DB12 rival. But for almost £200k would you like a Bentley or an Aston Martin…..or a Mercedes? Exactly. That’s where it falls down. I do like the package though.

[@CarswithMiles]

I think Mercedes really sealed its fate with this one. Regardless of the more aggressive tuning, it's still effectively an SL coupe. The previous gen was a true 2-seater RWD transaxle platform. With that gone, I don't think we can say there's a true driver's car AMG left in the lineup. Looking forward to driving this one myself, though.

[@AutoTraderTV]

Drift mode lets you live that life.

[@icarus_28]

Still would rather have this over a base 911

[@CarswithMiles]

@@icarus_28 This is $40K more than a Base 911 lol

[@icarus_28]

@@CarswithMilesoh well …😐😂

[@suwagee]

True drivers car?? that old AMG rear wheel would have you over a cliff in any of the famous mountain passes in the Alps. respectfully ive driven this car and a 911 for hours straight on those twisties and blaster scenic straights coming up or down through the valleys. This car handles much better than the old RWD. its not as precise as a 911, but its more comfortable and looks and performs as a better GT and daily than a 911 when that times comes.

[@danielharper635]

In late ‘02, I bought my dram car, an ‘03 S55 AMG Mercedes with the SUPERcharged V8, w/493hp. In today’s world that’s not a lot of hp but oh boy AMG’s drivetrain they put with it does AMAZING things. When originally purchased, the car’s top speed was 178mph and when it hit the limiter the front of the car would drop! After the first service, when the mechanic verified the top speed from a computer on board, the dealer turned the limiter back to 156, why that # I have no idea. I am certain the car would run the 200mph on the speedometer today, after 140k miles. No wrench on the car except service, battery and tires, lots of rear tires!😂. With all the power, it will give you 23-25 mpg, if you drive ‘sanely’.😉

[@greatgatsby4898]

I could be among numerous people in the world wondering why MB did not use this engine in the W206 C63, instead of the 2l Hybrid 4-cylinder. But the world may be wrong or right with the direction MB took with the W206 C63. Time will definitely tell. Oh, about the video - I love the content.

[@icrosil]

Coffee beans out of exhaust was a perfect shot

[@N34R4T0M4T]

I personally am very okay with hybridization, as it also can help with acceleration even with the combustion engine, give for better performance, and if starting all cars in electric mode for every day getting milk and groceries sort of trips helps keep gasoline cars in production longer, then I see it as an absolute win. There will also be a huge difference for the environment of ocationally turning it on to have fun in the corners.

[@razvanyke]

OMG .. is such a beauty in a world of senseless EVs with sound enhancers. AMG rules

[@fahedsayed2201]

The sound engineer deserves a pay rise. I noticed it in the Porsche Taycan video and now this the soundtrack is wicked.

[@nathanielbrice8725]

Thanks Rory for this review! I’ve been tossing up between this and the new Porsche, but will stick with my 2007 Toyota Yaris for now!

[@asangchristian9421]

This car is flawless

[@deemanmposhomali4835]

I’ve always loved and enjoyed Autotrader but the efforts taken to put shade on this Merc AMG is insane. You can’t convince me that this is not a beautiful design.

[@adilou9633]

Agree with you 💯

[@MuppetsSh0w]

It is beautiful but it lost that AMG edge. It doesn't look special.

[@Stilo95]

We'll continue bullying car manufacturers for putting a 4 cylinder in sportscars!

[@doctorj7112]

Are you kidding me. The inside cabin isn't 160K nice? And a Porsche is?? That's one of the nicest cabins. Especially when the lights come on at night.

[@nishanthdela3227]

dude the thing looks awesome c'mon !

[@jansz1589]

I've sat in one of those. Interior is great apart from a couple details. Boot is massive, especially with rear seats folded, which is no loss at all. Trying to sit behind a driver seat set up for myself (182cm, ~6ft) didn't work - the seat couldn't go all the way back blocking on my legs no matter how hard I tried. The looks? I quite like it to be fair, wouldn't agree it looks like a blobfish... I prefer the old one though.

[@masterrazvan]

Hi, these people from Germany have done a good job the new one 2024 Mercedes AMG GT!

[@philnleblanc6664]

I loved all my Mercedes and especially the final one I owned, C63 S Edition One. I decided to try a 911 and don’t see myself ever going back to Mercedes unless they get back to their roots, but it seems unlikely.

[@Gossalini1983]

Good God beautiful looking machine. 👌🏽 Rory we have officially fallen out. 💪🏽

[@matthowell8985]

I love my amg. Its a turbo 4 but i get to suprise scat packs and 5.0 coyotes

[@thabangphaleng916]

The AMG GT 63 S - 816 HP E-Performance version is ready. Please review that for us 🙂

[@K114LED]

Love the sound of AMG cars.

[@w.w.1348]

This is a beautiful car! For some reason I see a Porshe 928 in it's dimensions and profile.

[@TonyVee89]

Really a nice review, good job

[@idkfrcyz5i]

Officially my new dream car 😍😍😍 good lord it’s just idek fam

[@nigelsview]

I think this new car looks amazing way better than the previous one

[@madebyapollo08]

Idk if you've heard but thanks to the low sales of the C63 since they decreased the cylinders. The CLE will be a V8. I think the necessity of AMG from a mechanical perspective is going to be around a lot longer. Yes this is a good thing.

[@TheChocolato]

why were coffee beans flying out of the exhaust??? hahahahahaha

[@CapnT87]

I loved how the first gen GT felt like an S2000 with a brutal V8…I autocrossed the GT and it was perfectly suited to it. This new hardtop SL “GT” is actually NOT what so many original GT customers are interested in…it’s just more cost-cutting model consolidation. 😢. Just another reason why I’ve migrated to BMW M products…at least for now.

[@jonathandawe7900]

Absolutely lovely car, and what a superb sounding engine ❤

[@poorfordtransitowner1627]

That is the sound of a soft limiter

[@robinsonelago4133]

Love the practicality but that dash design looks classy for a sports car. It needed more buttons like the old one

[@manoz6194]

The first generation GT looked the best

[@marcuswarren1320]

What service do you use for your production music? Thank you.

[@jolness1]

Fun fact: the blob fish only looks like that when it’s pulled from its deep (and high pressure) home.

[@AFSALKGL]

Your sound is amazing ❤️🤩

[@DanielSadjadian]

Thanks goodness it's a V8 🔥 And if you don't like the looks or the weight, just wait for future track focused versions. A new GTR or Black Series will no doubt look epic and be more dynamic.

[@borjastick]

Good video thanks Mr Rory. I like this car and wondered what would truly be the price point alternative. To me the best alternative would be the new 992.2 GTS Targa and it works out about the same price. Which would I buy? The Porsche.